HVAC Technician - Cannabis Cultivation Facilities

Job Description

Job Description

Position Description: About the RoleDACUT Cannabis is seeking an experienced, hands-on HVAC Technician to support the critical environmental systems within our commercial cultivation facilities in Flint, Michigan.HVAC is one of the most important systems within an indoor cultivation operation. This position is responsible for maintaining, troubleshooting, diagnosing, and repairing commercial HVAC, dehumidification, ventilation, and environmental control equipment to ensure our cultivation rooms maintain consistent temperature, humidity, airflow, and growing conditions.This is not a residential HVAC position. We are looking for someone with strong commercial HVAC experience who is comfortable troubleshooting complex equipment in a high-demand environment where equipment downtime can directly impact a live crop.Experience working with CaptiveAire, Agronomic IQ, and AAON systems is highly preferred. Candidates with direct experience maintaining HVAC and environmental systems within cannabis cultivation, controlled-environment agriculture, manufacturing, or other large commercial facilities will receive strong consideration.The ideal candidate is mechanically inclined, proactive, and capable of identifying problems before they become major failures.Essential ResponsibilitiesCommercial HVAC & Environmental SystemsDiagnose, troubleshoot, maintain, and repair commercial HVAC equipment throughout cultivation facilities.Operate, troubleshoot, maintain, and repair commercial HVAC and environmental control equipment.Monitor and troubleshoot Agronomic IQ environmental control systems supporting cultivation environments.Maintain and troubleshoot AAON commercial HVAC equipment.Maintain and troubleshoot CaptiveAire ventilation and air management equipment.Diagnose issues involving temperature, humidity, airflow, ventilation, and dehumidification.Troubleshoot compressors, motors, fans, pumps, coils, valves, sensors, controls, and related components.Monitor system performance and identify abnormal operating conditions before they result in equipment failure.Perform equipment repairs within individual qualifications and licensing.Coordinate specialized repairs with outside contractors when necessary.Minimize equipment downtime through timely troubleshooting and repair.Cultivation Environmental ControlsMaintain HVAC systems responsible for controlling temperature, humidity, airflow, and environmental conditions within cultivation rooms.Monitor environmental systems to ensure rooms remain within established cultivation parameters.Troubleshoot environmental fluctuations related to HVAC, ventilation, or dehumidification equipment.Work closely with Cultivation and Facilities leadership to maintain appropriate environmental conditions across grow rooms.Respond quickly to temperature, humidity, and environmental alarms.Identify equipment performance issues that could negatively impact plant health or production.Understand that different cultivation rooms and plant stages may require different environmental conditions.Dehumidification SystemsMaintain and troubleshoot commercial and industrial dehumidification equipment.Monitor dehumidification performance throughout cultivation and post-harvest environments.Diagnose issues involving compressors, coils, drainage, controls, sensors, and airflow.Perform preventative maintenance to reduce equipment failures and maintain environmental stability.Identify equipment that is not maintaining required humidity levels and determine appropriate corrective action.Preventative MaintenanceComplete scheduled preventative maintenance on HVAC, ventilation, dehumidification, and environmental equipment.Inspect and replace filters, belts, motors, sensors, contactors, and other wear components as required.Clean coils, condensers, drains, and other HVAC components.Maintain accurate preventative maintenance and equipment service records.Identify equipment showing signs of premature wear or potential failure.Recommend repairs or replacement before equipment reaches critical failure.Follow manufacturer-recommended maintenance procedures.Help develop preventative maintenance schedules based on equipment requirements and facility needs.HVAC Controls & AutomationMonitor and troubleshoot HVAC control systems and environmental monitoring equipment.Assist with Building Automation System (BAS) troubleshooting and adjustments.Monitor and troubleshoot Agronomic IQ controls and environmental data.Verify sensors, thermostats, environmental probes, and control devices are operating correctly.Identify communication or control issues affecting HVAC performance.Work with equipment manufacturers and control-system vendors when advanced troubleshooting is required.Assist with calibrating or replacing sensors and environmental monitoring equipment as needed.Electrical & Mechanical TroubleshootingTroubleshoot electrical components associated with HVAC and environmental equipment.Diagnose issues involving motors, relays, contactors, sensors, switches, circuits, controls, and variable-frequency drives when applicable.Use meters and diagnostic equipment to identify equipment failures.Read and interpret wiring diagrams, schematics, and technical manuals.Perform mechanical repairs and component replacement as appropriate.Identify electrical issues requiring a licensed electrician and escalate accordingly.Assist Facilities with general mechanical troubleshooting when needed.Plumbing & Drainage SupportMaintain condensate drains, pumps, piping, and other HVAC-related plumbing systems.Diagnose and repair leaks, clogged drains, and drainage issues associated with HVAC equipment.Assist Facilities with general plumbing and mechanical repairs when needed.Monitor pumps, valves, and piping associated with environmental equipment.Experience with commercial plumbing is highly preferred.Emergency ResponseRespond quickly to HVAC failures, environmental alarms, equipment shutdowns, and other critical facility issues.Diagnose equipment failures and determine immediate corrective action.Prioritize repairs based on crop risk, employee safety, and operational impact.Communicate equipment status and repair timelines to Facilities and Cultivation leadership.Coordinate emergency service with outside contractors or equipment manufacturers when necessary.Assist with after-hours emergency HVAC response when required.Help restore environmental conditions as quickly as possible following equipment failures.Documentation & Parts ManagementMaintain accurate records of inspections, preventative maintenance, repairs, and equipment issues.Document recurring equipment failures and repair history.Maintain organized HVAC tools, replacement parts, filters, belts, sensors, and maintenance supplies.Notify Facilities leadership when critical replacement parts or supplies need to be ordered.Support equipment lifecycle and replacement planning.Maintain equipment manuals, service records, and vendor information.Safety & ComplianceFollow all company safety procedures and maintenance SOPs.Follow proper Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) procedures.Properly use required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).Follow applicable refrigerant handling requirements.Maintain mechanical rooms and work areas in a clean and organized condition.Immediately report unsafe equipment or facility conditions.Ensure work is completed in accordance with applicable safety and building requirements.Maintain safe practices while working around electrical systems, refrigerants, mechanical equipment, and elevated work areas.QualificationsRequired3+ years of commercial HVAC installation, service, maintenance, or repair experience.Strong HVAC troubleshooting and diagnostic skills.Experience working with commercial air conditioning and environmental control equipment.Experience with commercial dehumidification, ventilation, and humidity-control systems.Strong mechanical and electrical aptitude.Ability to troubleshoot compressors, motors, fans, pumps, sensors, controls, and related components.Ability to read wiring diagrams, schematics, equipment manuals, and technical documentation.Ability to independently diagnose equipment problems and determine appropriate corrective action.Comfortable working within a large commercial or industrial facility.Strong organizational and documentation skills.Valid driver's license and reliable transportation.Ability to respond to urgent facility issues when required.Highly PreferredHands-on experience with CaptiveAire systems.Hands-on experience with Agronomic IQ HVAC and environmental control systems.Hands-on experience with AAON commercial HVAC equipment.EPA Section 608 Universal Certification.Michigan mechanical/HVAC license or applicable trade licensing.Building Automation System (BAS) experience.Industrial or commercial dehumidification experience.Commercial electrical troubleshooting experience.Commercial plumbing experience.Experience working in Controlled Environment Agriculture (CEA), indoor cannabis cultivation, greenhouse operations, food production, pharmaceutical manufacturing, or similar controlled environments.Experience maintaining HVAC systems supporting multiple grow rooms with different temperature and humidity requirements.What We OfferCompetitive compensation based on experience, certifications, and licensingMedical, dental, and vision insurancePaid Time OffEmployee discount programStable full-time employmentCareer advancement opportunities within Facilities & MaintenanceOpportunity to work with CaptiveAire, Agronomic IQ, AAON, and other advanced commercial environmental systemsHands-on role supporting large-scale commercial cultivation operationsTeam-oriented work environmentApply TodayIf you're an experienced commercial HVAC Technician with strong troubleshooting skills and experience working with complex environmental systems, we'd like to hear from you.Candidates with CaptiveAire, Agronomic IQ, and AAON experience are highly encouraged to apply.Join DACUT Cannabis as an HVAC Technician – Commercial Cultivation and help maintain the critical temperature, humidity, airflow, ventilation, and environmental systems that keep our Flint cultivation facilities operating safely, efficiently, and consistently.#Priority26 Physical Requirements: Ability to stand and/or walk for extended periods throughout the workday.Ability to sit, bend, kneel, crouch, squat, reach, twist, and climb as job duties require.Ability to perform repetitive hand, wrist, and arm movements.Ability to use hands and fingers to handle small objects, tools, equipment, and products with precision.Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull up to 50 pounds on a regular basis.Ability to occasionally lift up to 75 pounds with assistance when necessary.Ability to safely operate ladders, step stools, pallet jacks, and other warehouse or production equipment as required.Ability to work in indoor manufacturing, warehouse, cultivation, or retail environments with varying temperatures, humidity levels, and lighting conditions.Ability to work around strong odors associated with cannabis cultivation and processing.Ability to wear required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), including gloves, safety glasses, masks, and protective clothing.Ability to distinguish colors accurately for product identification, labeling, and quality control purposes.Ability to read labels, computer screens, safety signage, and printed documentation.Ability to maintain focus and attention to detail while performing repetitive tasks.Ability to safely operate basic office equipment, computers, tablets, scanners, and handheld inventory devices as required.Ability to work overtime, weekends, holidays, and flexible schedules based on business needs.Ability to perform essential job functions safely while complying with all company policies and workplace safety procedures.