HVAC Lead
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Senior
Cincinnati, OH, USA
In Person
Building TradesHVAC & Building Systems
About the job
Requirements
- EPA Universal Certification is required.
- Ability to work independently and lead technical maintenance efforts.
- Strong troubleshooting, leadership, and communication skills.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, highly regulated manufacturing environment.
- Ability to coordinate maintenance priorities and support facility operations.
- Advanced HVAC troubleshooting, diagnostics, repair, and preventative maintenance.
- Knowledge of commercial and industrial HVAC systems and environmental controls.
- Ability to identify mechanical, electrical, and system control issues.
- Leadership, team development, and technical training.
- Strong organization, communication, and problem-solving skills.
- Seven or more years of commercial or industrial HVAC experience.
- Previous experience as a Lead Journeyman, Lead Foreman, or Senior HVAC Technician.
- Must be at least 21, pass a background check, and obtain and maintain a Division of Cannabis Control employee badge.
- Ability to meet background screening requirements consistent with Ohio cannabis industry standards.
- Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, and perform hands-on maintenance for extended periods.
- Ability to safely use ladders and access HVAC equipment, including rooftop units, as needed.
- Ability to work in varying weather conditions and different facility environments.
- Ability to perform physical tasks associated with inspecting, repairing, and maintaining HVAC equipment.
- Ability to respond to urgent maintenance issues as needed.
Responsibilities
- Diagnose, troubleshoot, repair, and maintain commercial and industrial HVAC systems.
- Oversee preventative maintenance programs to improve equipment reliability and extend equipment life.
- Troubleshoot and maintain rooftop units, split systems, chillers, boilers, exhaust systems, and humidity control equipment.
- Support building automation systems and environmental controls to maintain required temperature and humidity conditions.
- Partner with the existing HVAC Technician to develop and strengthen the company's in-house HVAC maintenance program.
- Train, mentor, and provide technical guidance to maintenance personnel.
- Identify opportunities to improve system efficiency, reduce downtime, and minimize outside contractor expenses.
- Coordinate HVAC repairs, maintenance priorities, and equipment needs with facility leadership and the Automations team.
- Identify and resolve mechanical, electrical, and control system issues.
- Maintain accurate maintenance records and document completed repairs and preventative maintenance.
- Ensure work follows applicable codes, regulations, safety practices, and company standard operating procedures.
- Assist with general facility maintenance and respond to urgent equipment issues as needed.
Desired Qualifications
- Building automation system troubleshooting and maintenance.
- Knowledge of humidity control, dehumidification systems, and environmental monitoring.
- Ability to identify opportunities to improve HVAC system performance and efficiency.
- Experience with commercial HVAC equipment, including rooftop units, split systems, chillers, boilers, and exhaust systems.
- Experience in cannabis manufacturing, cultivation, or other climate-controlled industrial environments.
- Experience developing in-house maintenance programs or reducing reliance on external contractors.
About the company
King City Gardens grows and processes medical and adult-use cannabis in Ohio, operating a 25,000-square-foot cultivation facility. It handles growing, harvesting, and hand-trimming in-house to produce flower, pre-rolls, vapes, and solventless concentrates like Live Rosin. It is veteran-owned and vertically integrated with its own The Garden dispensaries and a statewide distribution network, including an exclusive agreement to manufacture and distribute Jeeter pre-rolls, focusing on small-batch, hands-on cultivation to ensure consistent quality. Its goal is to deliver high-quality, consistent cannabis products, expand direct-to-consumer and partner sales, and create jobs within Ohio's cannabis industry.
Company Size
11-50
Company Stage
N/A
Total Funding
N/A
Headquarters
Forest Park, Ohio
Founded
2023
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- July 14, 2026 Jeeter partnership made King City Gardens Ohio's sole manufacturer.
- October 2, 2026 menus show The Garden open in Cincinnati with drive-thru traffic.
- Axios said King City added 50 employees and targets 80 as production ramps.
What critics are saying
- Ohio's 190 dual-use dispensaries squeeze pricing and shelf space for King City Gardens.
- King City spent five years litigating for its license; regulators already delayed entry.
- A DCC compliance failure would threaten both cultivation and The Garden retail licenses.
What makes King City Gardens unique
- Level I Ohio license plus The Garden retail gives King City Gardens vertical control.
- Forest Park cultivation and hand-trimming anchor its premium, small-batch craft positioning.
- Veteran-owned branding and Jeeter exclusivity distinguish it from commodity Ohio cultivators.
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Benefits
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Paid Vacation
- Paid Holidays
- Employee Discounts