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Mentor Technical Group

Maintains compliant facilities for life science firms

HVAC Technician

Full-TimeUpdated on 10/23/2026
No salary listed
Mid, Senior
Durham, NC, USA
In Person
Building TradesHVAC & Building Systems

About the job

Requirements
  • EPA certification is required; Universal certification is preferred.
  • At least 3–5 years of HVAC experience is required, ideally in a regulated industry such as pharmaceutical, biotechnology, medical device, or food manufacturing.
  • Strong knowledge of HVAC systems, controls, and preventive maintenance programs is required.
  • Ability to read technical manuals, blueprints, and schematics is required.
  • Understanding of safety regulations and compliance requirements is required.
  • Troubleshooting and problem-solving skills are required.
Responsibilities
  • Install, maintain, and repair HVAC systems and related equipment, including chillers, boilers, air handlers, and cleanroom systems.
  • Perform preventive and corrective maintenance to minimize downtime.
  • Ensure HVAC systems comply with good manufacturing practices (GMP), safety standards, and industry regulations.
  • Troubleshoot system malfunctions and recommend solutions to improve efficiency and reliability.
  • Maintain accurate documentation of inspections, maintenance, and repairs.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support production and facility needs.
Desired Qualifications
  • Experience with cleanroom HVAC systems and controlled environments.
  • Familiarity with building management systems (BMS) and automation.
  • Knowledge of validation protocols in regulated industries.

About the company

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Mentor Technical Group

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Mentor Technical Group supplies engineering and technical services to life science companies that need reliable, compliant facilities. Its specialists check the accuracy of manufacturing instruments and support the systems used to run regulated operations, linking practical work with the records clients need for quality oversight. The company also advises on environmental and workplace safety programs and helps clients improve how their facilities operate. Manufacturers engage Mentor for technical consulting and outsourced support, drawing on specialist teams for individual projects or continuing service needs. Founded in 2000, Mentor Technical Group is headquartered in Caguas, Puerto Rico.

Company Size

501-1,000

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

N/A

Founded

2000

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What believers are saying

  • Retirement eligibility arrives early: Mentor advertises access to its 401(k) plan after three months.
  • Staff development has a named program: Mentor advertises additional training and certifications alongside its Employee Development Program.
  • Client work extends across equipment lifecycles: Mentor's asset programs cover commissioning, ongoing maintenance and eventual decommissioning.

What critics are saying

  • Field service entails exposure: Mentor's Oregon engineer posting warns of fumes, electrical shock and confined spaces.
  • Schedules change at short notice: Mentor's Carolina HVAC opening requires after-hours, weekend and holiday availability.
  • Entry requires specialist study: Mentor's Carlsbad calibration technician opening specifies an instrumentation engineering associate degree.

What makes Mentor Technical Group unique

  • Delivery uses its own staff: Mentor says it self-performs technical services while managing a specialist supplier network.
  • Supplier diversity includes a formal program: Mentor lists NMSDC Corporate Plus among its memberships and certifications.
  • Pipettes have specialist testing options: Mentor lists both photometric and gravimetric systems in its metrology laboratories.

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