Lead HVAC Technician

Lead HVAC Technician

Job Type: Full-Time; Non Exempt

Shift:

Monday-Friday, 8:00am-4:30pm

Pay Rate

Negotiable, based on experience Location: Taneytown, MD 21787

Who You Are:

What You'll Do:

• Install, maintain, and repair HVAC systems - Oversee climate control equipment, including air handlers, dehumidifiers, CO₂ systems, and ventilation units tailored for cannabis cultivation and processing.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot issues - Identify and resolve temperature, humidity, and airflow discrepancies to ensure optimal plant growth, product storage, and facility conditions.
• Perform preventive maintenance - Conduct regular inspections, calibrate automated systems, and optimize climate control for efficiency, compliance, and long-term reliability.
• Ensure regulatory compliance - Adhere to OSHA, EPA, and cannabis industry standards for HVAC operation, refrigerant handling, and workplace safety.
• Collaborate cross-functionally - Work with cultivation, processing, and retail teams to maintain ideal environmental conditions for product quality.
• Manage vendor relationships - Coordinate with contractors and suppliers for system upgrades, repairs, and inspections.
• Document and report performance - Maintain logs of system performance, maintenance activities, and compliance records to ensure operational transparency.
• Drive efficiency and cost savings - Partner with facility managers to implement HVAC solutions that reduce energy consumption and operating costs while maintaining climate consistency.

What You'll Bring:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• EPA 608 Universal certification (required)
• 10+ years of hands-on HVAC experience in installation, repair, and maintenance within commercial or industrial settings
• Expertise in HVAC systems, including air conditioning, dehumidification, and CO₂ enrichment for controlled environments
• Strong understanding of environmental controls, including VPD (vapor pressure deficit) management for indoor cultivation
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, schematics, equipment manuals, and technical procedures
• Problem-solving mindset, with the ability to diagnose HVAC inefficiencies and implement effective solutions
• Knowledge of industry regulations, with the ability to analyze and apply governmental HVAC standards
• Tech-savvy approach, with experience using CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management System) software for work orders, data tracking, and inventory management

Even Better If...

• You have an HVAC/R Technician Certification (that's a plus!)
• You've worked on AAON units, 70-ton unit
• You've worked in climate-controlled environments like agriculture, food processing, or the cannabis industry
• You're familiar with cannabis industry regulations related to air quality and climate control
• You know your way around Building Management Systems (BMS) and how they integrate with HVAC systems
• You have experience with Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs)-installing, troubleshooting, and programming them
• You're comfortable using Microsoft Office Suite to stay organized and keep track of reports and documentation

Physical Demands

Work Environment

What We Offer:

• Career Growth Opportunities
• Competitive Pay and Benefits (Health, Dental Vision)
• Generous PTO and Parental Leave
• 401(K) Retirement Plan
• Life/AD&D Insurance, Short & Long-Term Disability
• Community Involvement Initiatives
• Employee Referral Bonuses and Product Discounts

Curaleaf Awards and Achievements:

• 2023 Ragan's Top Places to Work
• 2022 TIME100 Most Influential Companies
• 2020 Cannabis Doing Good's Good Neighbor Award
• 2020 Minorities for Medical Marijuana's Diversity & Inclusion Award

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Our Vision:

Our Values:

• Lead and Inspire.
• Commit to Win.
• ONE Curaleaf.
• Driven to Deliver Excellence.

Current Curaleaf employees should use our internal job board to apply for current openings: https://app2.greenhouse.io/internal_job_board

Curaleaf creates clean, reliable, trusted cannabis products for wellness and medical use. Our highly-skilled dispensary staff is trained—and dedicated!—to help you find just the right method and concentration to achieve your personal cannabis goals