Certified HVAC Specialist
About this role
COMPANY OVERVIEW
At Valor, we are passionate Hotelitarians—driven, detail-obsessed professionals who go beyond service to deliver true hospitality. With a global perspective and a commitment to thoughtful hospitality and sustainable dining, we bring enthusiasm, creativity, and local flair to every property we support. We seek individuals who value relationships, embrace high standards, and create meaningful experiences for guests, teams, and owners alike. If you’re someone who notices the little things and strives to make a lasting impact, you’ll thrive here.
Please visit http://www.valorhospitality.com to learn more about our existing hotels, other exciting job opportunities and our company.
Position: Engineer Class I
Reports To: Engineer Supervisor, Chief Engineer or Director of Engineering
COMPANY OVERVIEW:
Valor Hospitality is a leading hotel management company that is a trend setter in the hospitality market. The company is recognized by owners, investors, developers, and guests as an innovative partner to drive revenue and increase profits.
We believe that the highest form of compliment is respect for each associate, both as an individual and as a valued part of our organization. We will do our best to encourage communication, and we will listen with an open mind to new ideas. Furthermore, we are dedicated to implementing those ideas, which will result in a higher level of productivity and professionalism. In addition, we are committed to you, and your career advancement and we will provide you the opportunity to be successful.
POSITION PROFILE:
Position Summary
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 our guests and team members. The ideal candidate is proactive, detail-oriented, and committed to providing exceptional service while maintaining hotel standards.
Salary for this position is $25 - $30 per hour
Essential Responsibilities
- 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.
Qualifications
- 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 is preferred.
- Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record.
Physical Requirements
- Frequently lift up to 50 pounds; occasionally lift 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.
Schedule
- Full-time
- Must be available to work mornings, evenings, weekends, holidays, and participate in an on-call rotation as needed.
Preferred Skills
- 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 fellow associates.
BENEFITS PACKAGE
Competitive Salary
Daily Pay!
Team Member Hotel Discount Program
Uniforms Provided for most positions
Benefits - Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, and other supplemental options
Paid PTO
401k with employer match
Team Member Awards and Recognition programs throughout the year
Food and Beverage Discounts
Tuition Reimbursement
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Company at a glance
Valor Hospitality Partners is a leading global full-service hospitality underwriting, acquisition, development, management, and asset management company. With more than 90 hospitality projects in our international portfolio, we offer an array of services, including site selection, product and brand selection, entitlements, financing solutions, conceptual design, construction and project management, procurement, technical services, pre-opening, and operations management.
We’re Hotelitarians – a team of curious, courageous thinkers and doers dedicated to helping businesses thrive where we have strategically built our reputation on relationships.
We have a revolutionary approach to hospitality management where we expertly weave our wealth of global expertise into local landscapes, creating unique projects that are huge successes not just because of how they fit in, but because of how they stand out.
SAVOR by Valor is an award-winning food and beverage division of Valor Hospitality Partners, with over 110 kitchens and bars across 40+ cities worldwide. Headquartered in Atlanta, GA, SAVOR is renowned for its commitment to kitchen & bar innovation. The company blends its global expertise with deep appreciation for local cultures to curate one-of-a-kind experiences with an operational edge. SAVOR’s foundation rests on three key pillars: conceptual development, kitchen & bar solutions, and end to end execution. Each outlet has its own distinct identity, offering an authentic experience that celebrates both community and the rich diversity of global food and beverage traditions.
Top Benefits
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid PTO
- 401k with employer match
- Team member hotel discount program
- Food and beverage discounts
- Tuition reimbursement
- Daily pay
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