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Manufacturing HVAC & Facilities Maintenance Technician

Vangst, Tampa, FL, United States


Manufacturing HVAC & Facilities Maintenance Technician
$35–$45 per hour | Full-Time | 40 hrs/week + Overtime Opportunities

About the Role
Our client is a rapidly growing cannabis production company operating a 240,000 sq. ft. cultivation facility in Apollo Beach, FL. As production capacity continues to expand, they are building a strong internal maintenance team to support critical facility systems and reduce reliance on outside contractors.

The HVAC & Facilities Maintenance Technician will support day-to-day operations. HVAC performance is a mission‑critical component of cultivation, making this a highly technical and hands‑on role.

This position is ideal for candidates with experience in HVAC, industrial maintenance, commercial facilities, or manufacturing environments. Cannabis experience is not required—strong technical skills and mechanical troubleshooting ability are the priority.

Key Responsibilities

Maintain, troubleshoot, and repair commercial HVAC and environmental control systems

Monitor and maintain environmental conditions including temperature, airflow, and humidity

Identify system inefficiencies and proactively address issues before they impact production

Facility Maintenance

Perform general facility maintenance including painting, basic plumbing, equipment maintenance, assist with installation and repair of facility infrastructure and equipment, and document maintenance activities and system performance

Preventative Maintenance

Perform scheduled preventative maintenance on HVAC, mechanical, and building systems

Conduct routine inspections and maintenance checklists

Identify opportunities to improve maintenance programs and system reliability

Team Support

Work closely with the Maintenance Manager and operations teams

Coordinate with outside contractors when specialized services are required

Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment

Support cultivation and production teams when maintenance needs arise

What We’re Looking For
Required

Experience in HVAC systems, commercial facility maintenance, or manufacturing environments

Strong mechanical troubleshooting skills

Ability to perform hands‑on repairs and maintenance

Ability to work independently and prioritize tasks

21+ years old

Eligible to register with the state cannabis regulatory agency

Authorized to work in the United States

Preferred

Experience with large commercial HVAC systems

Experience in manufacturing plants, warehouses, or industrial facilities

HVAC or trade certifications

High School Diploma or GED

Career Growth
Technicians may have opportunities to grow into Maintenance Supervisory positions, Facility or Operations Management roles as the facility continues to scale.

Work Environment
Work is performed in a large‑scale cultivation and production facility with varying environmental conditions including temperature, humidity, and exposure to plant material, dust, and pollen. Technicians may occasionally work on ladders or elevated platforms.

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