HVAC Assistant

Job Details Level: Experienced

Job Location:

Richmond, VA 23225

Salary Range: $25.00 - $25.00 HourlyHVAC Technician Helper — Shamin Hotels

Central Virginia – Tidewater – VA Beach | Full-Time | $25.00/hour (40 hrs/week)

Got a knack for fixing things and a genuine curiosity about how HVAC systems work? Shamin Hotels is looking for a dependable, hands‑on HVAC Technician Helper to join our engineering team and help keep our hotel properties comfortable, safe, and running smoothly.

This is a hands‑on, entry‑level role where you'll work side‑by‑side with experienced technicians, hotel engineering teams, and outside vendors — learning the trade while making a real, visible difference for our guests and properties. If you're mechanically inclined, eager to grow, and want a real path into a skilled trade, we'd love to talk.

• Assist HVAC technicians with inspecting, maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing heating, ventilation, air‑conditioning, and refrigeration equipment
• Handle preventive maintenance — changing filters, cleaning coils, clearing drains, lubricating components, and checking belts and electrical connections
• Help diagnose issues on guest‑room units, PTACs, split systems, rooftop units, exhaust systems, commercial kitchen equipment, coolers, and freezers
• Transport tools, parts, refrigerant cylinders, and supplies to work areas, and keep mechanical rooms and workshops clean and organized
• Respond promptly and professionally to maintenance requests with minimal disruption to guests
• Lend a hand with general building maintenance — basic electrical, plumbing, painting, and mechanical tasks
• Keep accurate records of inspections, repairs, and parts used
• Support emergency maintenance needs and after‑hours calls as assigned

• Previous hands‑on experience in HVAC, facilities maintenance, or a related mechanical trade
• Working knowledge of hand and power tools, mechanical components, and basic equipment‑maintenance practices
• A valid driver’s license and an acceptable driving record (travel between properties may be required)
• Flexibility to work weekends, holidays, evenings, and the occasional emergency callout

• High school diploma or GED
• EPA Section 608 certification (or willingness to obtain it within a company‑designated period)
• Strong mechanical aptitude and a real eagerness to learn from experienced techs

• $25.00/hour, full‑time (40 hours/week)
• Medical, dental, and vision benefits for eligible employees
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• Company‑provided training and real career‑development opportunities
• Employee hotel discounts
• Room to grow within a growing hotel portfolio
• Tools, uniforms, or allowances per company policy

This is active, physical work — you'll be on your feet, climbing ladders, lifting up to 50 lbs, and working in mechanical rooms, guest rooms, kitchens, rooftops, and outdoor areas in all kinds of weather. If that sounds like a good day's work to you, we want to hear from you.