Certified HVAC Specialist

Company Overview

Valor Hospitality is a leading hotel management company that provides sustainable and innovative hospitality solutions across properties worldwide. We value relationships, high standards, and creating meaningful experiences for guests, teams, and owners.

We are seeking a skilled and dependable Certified HVAC Specialist to join our Engineering team. This position is responsible for maintaining, troubleshooting, repairing, and installing HVAC equipment throughout the hotel to ensure a safe, comfortable, and efficient environment for guests and team members.

• Inspect, troubleshoot, repair, and maintain commercial HVAC systems, including rooftop units, split systems, chillers, boilers, cooling towers, exhaust systems, and related equipment.
• Perform preventive maintenance according to established schedules.
• Diagnose electrical, mechanical, and refrigeration issues.
• Maintain proper refrigerant handling procedures in accordance with EPA regulations.
• Respond promptly to guest room HVAC issues and engineering work orders.
• Monitor building automation and energy management systems.
• Maintain accurate maintenance logs and repair records.
• Assist with plumbing, electrical, carpentry, and general maintenance projects as needed.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA, EPA, local, state, and federal safety regulations.
• Coordinate with outside contractors when specialized repairs are required.
• Participate in the on‑call rotation and respond to emergency maintenance situations.
• Support hotel operations by maintaining equipment reliability and minimizing downtime.

• High school diploma or GED required.
• EPA Section 608 certification (Universal preferred).
• HVAC certification from an accredited technical school preferred.
• Minimum of 3 years of commercial HVAC maintenance experience; hotel experience preferred.
• Strong knowledge of refrigeration systems, electrical controls, motors, compressors, and preventive maintenance practices.
• Ability to read blueprints, wiring diagrams, and technical manuals.
• Working knowledge of building automation systems preferred.
• Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record.

Frequent lifting up to 50 pounds; occasionally up to 75 pounds with assistance. Ability to climb ladders, work on rooftops, and access mechanical rooms. Ability to bend, kneel, crawl, stoop, and stand for extended periods. Work indoors and outdoors in varying temperatures and weather conditions.

Full‑time. Must be available to work mornings, evenings, weekends, holidays, and participate in an on‑call rotation as needed.

• Strong troubleshooting and diagnostic abilities.
• Excellent customer service and communication skills.
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks in a fast‑paced hospitality environment.
• Dependable, self‑motivated, and team‑oriented.
• Commitment to maintaining a safe and welcoming environment for guests and associates.

Competitive salary. Daily pay. Team member hotel discount program. Uniforms provided for most positions. Health, dental, vision, life insurance, and other supplemental options. Paid PTO. 401(k) with employer match. Team member awards and recognition programs. Food and beverage discounts. Tuition reimbursement.