HVAC Assistant
About The Position
HVAC 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.
Requirements
- 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
Nice To Haves
- 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
Responsibilities
- 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
Benefits
- $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
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
