Facilities HVAC Technician DAY SHIFT - Wichita, KS

Job ID: 15155 

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Newell Brands is a leading consumer products company with a portfolio of iconic brands like Graco®, Coleman®, Oster®, Rubbermaid®, Sharpie® and Yankee Candle® - and 24,000 talented teammates around the world. Our culture is built on values in action: Integrity, Teamwork, Passion for Winning, Ownership, and Leadership. We work together to win, grow, and make a real impact—supported by a high-performing, inclusive, and collaborative environment where you can be your best, every day. 

SHIFT: Mon-Fri, 7a-3:30p

Summary: Performs Preventive Maintenance, repairs and assists with the installation of all HVAC related equipment at the Wichita, Kansas Newell Brands complex including all exhaust fans, heaters, make-up air, and air conditioning units.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following:

• Observes all Safety policies and procedures as outlined within Newell Brands’ Safety Excellence and Leadership (SEAL) program.
• Drive success through the Company’s Planning, Engagement, Awareness and Knowledge (PEAK) continuous improvement program.
• Personally responsible for upholding the Newell Brands Values and the Code of Conduct.
• Maintain a clean and orderly workstation to comply with Newell Brands’ Housekeeping standards.

• Performs preventive maintenance procedures according to PM program on all HVAC Equipment.
• Completes preventive maintenance documentation and enters information in the computer for PM program and/or DM.
• Troubleshoot electrical problems associated with HVAC equipment.
• Maintain, start-up, audit, troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair, heating and cooling systems.
• Must have a strong understanding of mechanical components and how they work in conjunction with electrical associated with HVAC.
• Completes required reports and other documentation on assigned work and/or inspections.

• Must have the ability to understand, learn and implement correct lubrication processes. 
• Must have the ability to determine and apply the right lubricants for equipment.

• Must keep workstation clean and orderly.
• Observe all safety rules.
• Support team objectives.
• Other duties as assigned.

Additional Responsibilities / Cross-Functional Support:
While this position is primarily focused on HVAC systems, the Facilities HVAC Technician is expected to support general facility maintenance activities as business needs require. This may include assisting with basic electrical, plumbing, mechanical, or building-related repairs, as well as supporting facility infrastructure projects and preventative maintenance tasks outside of HVAC equipment. The technician must be willing to apply transferable skills to support overall facility reliability and operational needs.

Flexibility & Team Support Expectations:
This role operates within a team-based maintenance environment where priorities may shift based on production requirements, safety considerations, or facility needs. The HVAC Technician is expected to demonstrate flexibility by supporting other maintenance personnel, responding to urgent facility issues, and contributing to cross-functional problem solving. A strong team mindset, adaptability, and willingness to perform a variety of maintenance tasks are essential to ensure continuity of operations and alignment with company objectives.

Supervisory Responsibilities                                              

This job has no supervisory responsibilities.

Competencies:                                             

Communication: Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; listens and gets clarification; responds well to questions; demonstrates group presentation skills; participates in meetings.

Teamwork: Contributes to building a positive work environment.  Interacts with fellow team members to build morale and maintain a sense of Coleman pride.

Quality: Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; looks for ways to improve and promote quality; uses feedback to improve overall quality of finished product.

Adaptability: Adapts to changes in the work environment and production schedules.  Must be able to perform multiple tasks.

Organizational Support: Follows policies and procedures; completes assignments correctly and on time.

Qualifications: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education and/or Experience: High school diploma or general education degree (GED) a plus. Formal HVAC training and previous experience preferred. EPA Section 608 HVAC Certification required. Ability to read and comprehend basic instructions presented in English.

Language Skills: Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations.  Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals.  Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from management, engineers and co-workers.

Mathematical Skills: Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference, and fundamentals of plane and solid geometry and trigonometry.  Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.

Reasoning Ability: Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.  Must have a strong mechanical aptitude and ability to pass tests.

Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to stand; walk; use hands and fingers to handle or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee is occasionally required to sit and/or smell. The employee must frequently lift and/or move 25 to 35 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds with assistance. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. Ability to climb ladders, stairs and work in high places. A large portion of work for this position will be completed outside on the roof.

Work Environment: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to wet and/or humid conditions; moving mechanical parts; outside weather conditions and extreme heat. The employee is occasionally exposed to high, precarious places; fumes or airborne particles; toxic or caustic chemicals and risk of electrical shock. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.

Personal Protection Equipment Requirements

• Safety glasses
• Steel-toed shoes
• Hearing protection
• Fall protection
• Arc flash equipment ,

• National Electrical Code (NEC) approved clothing (long sleeved cotton shirts and pants)

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

• EPA Certificate preferred
• Electrical License preferred
• Welding Certificate preferred
• Ability to get a forklift license
• HVAC Certificate preferred

Newell Brands (NASDAQ: NWL) is a leading global consumer goods company with a strong portfolio of well-known brands, including Rubbermaid, Sharpie, Graco, Coleman, Rubbermaid Commercial Products, Yankee Candle, Paper Mate, FoodSaver, Dymo, EXPO, Elmer’s, Oster, NUK, Spontex and Campingaz. We are focused on delighting consumers by lighting up everyday moments. Newell Brands and its subsidiaries are Equal Opportunity Employers and comply with applicable employment laws. EOE/M/F/Vet/Disabled are encouraged to apply.