WHAT YOU WILL DO
- Maintain, troubleshoot, repair, and optimize commercial and industrial HVAC systems (York, Trane, Desert Aire)
- Diagnose mechanical, electrical, refrigeration, and controls failures.
- Maintain cultivation environmental conditions, including temperature, humidity, differential pressure, and airflow.
- Support operation of Air Handling Units (AHUs), Rooftop Units (RTUs), Chillers, Dry Coolers, Cooling Towers, Dehumidification Systems, Exhaust and Makeup Air Systems, Fan Coil Units, Split Systems, Refrigeration Equipment
- Monitor and optimize energy usage while maintaining environmental targets.
- Perform commissioning and recommissioning of HVAC equipment.
- Troubleshoot and maintain Building Automation Systems (BAS).
- Diagnose sensor, controller, VFD, network, and communication issues.
- Calibrate environmental sensors and instrumentation.
- Support modifications to HVAC sequences of operation.
- Identify opportunities to automate manual environmental control processes.
- Work with vendors to improve equipment performance and controls integration.
- Develop and execute preventive maintenance programs.
- Maintain accurate maintenance records within the CMMS platform.
- Analyze recurring failures and implement root-cause corrective actions.
- Assist with reliability-centered maintenance initiatives.
- Coordinate shutdowns and equipment replacements.
- Maintain critical spare parts inventory for HVAC and refrigeration systems.
- Serve as site technical lead for HVAC vendors and contractors.
- Review contractor proposals and validate scope and pricing.
- Oversee contractor work for compliance with site safety and quality standards.
- Participate in project planning and capital improvements.
- Support compressed air, plumbing, water systems, and auxiliary mechanical systems as needed.
- Respond to emergency facility events, equipment downtime, and environmental excursions.
- Participate in on-call rotation and after-hours support as required.
- Support facility expansion projects and system upgrades.
PREFERRED TECHNICAL EXPERIENCE
Candidates should possess significant experience with the following:
- Commercial HVAC systems
- Industrial HVAC systems
- Refrigeration systems
- Building Automation Systems (BAS)
- Direct Digital Controls (DDC)
- Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs)
- Chilled water systems
- Hydronic systems
- Dehumidification systems
- Environmental control systems
- Electrical troubleshooting up to 480V
- Mechanical equipment commissioning
- Preventive maintenance programs
- Root cause analysis
- CMMS platforms
Experience with cannabis cultivation facilities, pharmaceutical facilities, food manufacturing, clean rooms, data centers, or other environmentally controlled facilities is strongly preferred.
WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR
- Associate Degree in HVAC Technology, Mechanical Systems, Controls Technology, Industrial Maintenance, or related field
- Trade School / Technical School HVAC Certification
- Equivalent military technical training
- Ensure the proper documentation of repairs and inventory of parts
- EPA Universal Refrigeration Certification (Required)
- Virginia HVAC Journeyman License (Strongly Preferred)
- HVAC Master License (Preferred)
- Controls Manufacturer Certifications
- OSHA 30
- Industrial Electrical Training
- 8+ years commercial or industrial HVAC experience
- 5+ years troubleshooting complex HVAC systems
- 3+ years BAS/DDC controls experience
- Experience supporting mission-critical operations
- Experience managing outside contractors and vendor
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES
- Expert diagnostic and troubleshooting abilities
- Advanced refrigeration knowledge
- Strong understanding of HVAC controls theory
- Ability to read mechanical, electrical, and controls drawings
- Strong electrical troubleshooting skills
- Ability to prioritize work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
- Excellent communication and documentation skills
- Highly self-directed with minimal supervision
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
- Ability to climb ladders and work on rooftops
- Ability to work in cultivation, manufacturing, and warehouse environments
- Ability to occasionally work weekends, evenings, and emergency call-outs
TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS
- Ability to travel routinely between Virginia and Pennsylvania facilities (approximately 25–35% travel).
- Valid driver's license and ability to travel independently to multiple operational sites as business needs require.