Maintenance Lead - HVAC Specialist

Overview

Nature's Grace and Wellness is seeking a full-time Maintenance Lead HVAC Specialist to join our team. This role ensures the facility is in compliance with health, safety, and regulatory standards while maintaining a high level of operational efficiency. The Maintenance Lead will oversee a team of maintenance technicians, assist in troubleshooting and repairs, and help manage maintenance schedules for all equipment related to cannabis cultivation, processing, and packaging.

• Leadership & Team Management:
  Assist the Maintenance Manager in leading, training, and scheduling the maintenance team to ensure smooth operations and a proactive approach to maintenance.
• Daily Oversight:
  Oversee day-to-day maintenance activities and provide direct guidance on troubleshooting, complex repairs, and preventative maintenance (PM) schedules.
• Risk Management:
  
  Proactively identify maintenance risks throughout the facility and implement corrective actions to prevent equipment failure.
• Climate & Environmental Control:
  Monitor and maintain large-scale HVAC systems, dehumidification units, and CO2 injection systems to meet VPD and temperature parameters for cannabis health.
• Air Quality & Filtration:
  Oversee inspection and replacement of filtration systems (HEPA and charcoal/carbon) to manage odor control and prevent cross-contamination of molds or pests.
• Sensor Calibration:
  Ensure environmental sensors and climate control interfaces are calibrated and communicating with the central management system.
• Emergency Response:
  Perform emergency HVAC repairs promptly to prevent crop loss during system fluctuations or power outages.
• Facility & Equipment Maintenance:
  Support, inspect, troubleshoot, and perform routine maintenance on production lines, irrigation systems, utilities, and facility infrastructure.
• General Trades:
  Execute light plumbing and electrical work; experience in conduit bending and wire pulling is highly preferred.
• Grounds & Upkeep:
  Oversee building and grounds maintenance, including exterior upkeep when necessary.
• Administrative & Vendor Coordination:
  Coordinate with outside vendors for high-voltage electrical or industrial HVAC services; assist with budgeting and maintain meticulous logs, work orders, and records; manage parts inventories and supply requests to minimize downtime.

• HVAC Certification: EPA Section 608 Certification (Type II or Universal) is required; NATE certification is a plus.
• Experience:
  
  3+ years in industrial maintenance, preferably in a climate-controlled cultivation or food manufacturing environment.
• Electrical/Plumbing:
  Proficiency in basic electrical (conduit/wiring) and plumbing/irrigation systems.
• Leadership:
  Demonstrated ability to lead and mentor junior technicians.
• Physical:
  Ability to lift up to 50 lbs, climb ladders, and work in varying humidity/temperature environments.
• All other duties as assigned
• Proficient in Microsoft Office with good computer skills.

• Must be 21 years of age to apply
• Must be able to pass a federal background check
• Ability to wear and be fitted for required protective equipment

We are proud to offer a competitive benefit package including: medical, dental, vision, 401K, long/short term disability insurance, and great potential for career growth.

Nature's Grace And Wellness Is An Equal Opportunity Employer

Nature's Grace And Wellness is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, marital status, pregnancy, military or veteran status, disability, or any other trait or status protected by federal, state, or local law.