Engineering Specialist - Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning

At Loews Hotels at Universal Orlando, our team members get to make a difference and have fun every day. Our world-class team brings to life the incredible, award-winning hotels located at Universal Orlando Resort.

Named one of Central Florida’s Top Workplaces and one of America’s Best-in-State Employers by Forbes, we are committed to our “power of we” culture.

Are you looking for a place where you can bring your authentic self to work every day and be able to connect, engage and delight?

• We offer excellent benefits and perks including one free meal per shift and free theme park access.
• We have a dynamic culture that makes every day interesting, challenging, fulfilling and fun.
• We embrace diversity at our core and offer the opportunity for all team members to reach their potential.
• We invest in training and development opportunities for all team members.
• We promote social responsibility by being a good neighbor in the community.
• We care for you, just as we care for others.

Who We Are: Founded in 1960, Loews Hotels & Co operates iconic hotels and resorts across the U.S. Together, our diverse and welcoming teams craft exceptional experiences in iconic destinations.

Growth and belonging start here; you’ll be valued for who you are and the goals you have. Whether your next career chapter involves making memories for guests or supporting our properties in our Corporate Office, every role—from Guest Services to Finance, Culinary to IT—offers opportunities to grow and make a meaningful impact.

Creating a Team Member experience where you belong no matter what race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status that makes you, you is a daily focus for us.

About Lakewood Regional Support

Our regional support center provides resources to our hotels for multiple areas including Human Resources, Engineering, Purchasing, Accounting, Security, Group Reservations, Guest Contact Center, Information Technology, Laundry and Communications.

Who We Are:

Founded in 1960, Loews Hotels & Co operates iconic hotels and resorts across the U.S. Together, our diverse and welcoming teams craft exceptional experiences in iconic destinations.

Growth and belonging start here; you’ll be valued for who you are and the goals you have. Whether your next career chapter involves making memories for guests or supporting our properties in our Corporate Office, every role—from Guest Services to Finance, Culinary to IT—offers opportunities to grow and make a meaningful impact.

Creating a Team Member experience where you belong no matter what race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status that makes you, you is a daily focus for us.

What We Offer:

• Competitive health & wellness benefits, 401(k) & company match

• Paid Sick Days, Vacation, and Holidays, Paid Bereavement

• Paid Pet Bereavement

• Training & Development opportunities, career growth

• Tuition Reimbursement

• Team Member Hotel Rates, other discounts, perks and more

What We’re Looking For:

A skilled and dependable Engineering Specialist to support and maintain the heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems across the property. This essential technical role is responsible for performing troubleshooting, repairs, scheduled maintenance, and system installations under minimal supervision. The ideal candidate brings strong mechanical expertise, a proactive approach to solving system issues, and a commitment to safety and service excellence.

Who You Are:

• A mechanically skilled professional with hands-on experience in HVAC systems, controls, and repair techniques.

• A reliable team member who can work independently while responding efficiently to service requests.

• A detail-oriented technician who can analyze problems, diagnose root causes, and implement effective repairs.

• A customer-focused employee with a professional demeanor and the ability to communicate effectively with guests, vendors, and peers.

• A safety-minded worker who understands and follows all operational and environmental safety procedures and codes.

What You Will Do:

• Troubleshoot and repair commercial heating, air conditioning, pumps, and building exhaust systems with minimal supervision.

• Diagnose and resolve system malfunctions by inspecting controls, wiring, motors, expansion valves, and electronic components.

• Perform scheduled maintenance and inspections, adjusting, cleaning, and calibrating systems to ensure peak operation.

• Repair or replace mechanical and electrical components, including coil units, motors, valves, and sensors.

• Troubleshoot and repair both digital and pneumatic HVAC control systems, ensuring proper communication with building management systems.

• Balance air and water treatment systems to maintain proper flow, temperature, and pressure across distribution networks.

• Identify and correct condensation, humidity, or ventilation issues within the building.

• Check system performance indicators including velocity, volume, temperature, and pressure to ensure compliance with standards.

• Ensure compliance with all local, state, and federal safety codes, building regulations, and internal policies.

• Prepare and submit requests for necessary tools, equipment, and supplies.

• Respond promptly to emergency HVAC service calls to minimize downtime and guest inconvenience.

• Supervise and assign daily work orders to assigned crew members as needed.

• Maintain a clean and safe work environment, following all housekeeping and safety procedures.

• Attend all required training sessions and department meetings; may work varying shifts to support business needs.

Your Experience Includes:

• At least 2 years of direct experience working with HVAC systems, including troubleshooting, repair, and maintenance required.

• Valid state driver’s license required.

• EPA Universal- CFC

• Experience with digital and pneumatic HVAC control systems and building automation systems.

• Demonstrated ability to interpret written, oral, or diagram instructions and apply practical problem-solving techniques.

• Ability to write brief reports and complete technical documentation when necessary.

• Ability to regularly push, pull, lift up to 50 lbs

• Ability to communicate effectively in English verbally with team members, leaders and guests required.

• Must be able to work a flexible schedule, nights, weekends and holidays as required.