What are the responsibilities and job description for the HVAC Specialist position at Civana Wellness Resort & Spa?
CIVANA’s mission is to inspire mindfully, measurably greater wellness in all who crave it. The CIVANA model is shaped by a wellness philosophy that serves everyone: happiness first, healthiness always. This is delivered via a curated wellness program that focuses on connecting mental, physical, emotional and spiritual needs, providing guests with tools they can take with them wherever they go, and build upon each time they return.
ACCOLADES
• 2026 Newsweek’s World’s Most Extraordinary Spas
• 2026 The Zoe Report Readers’ Choice Awards: #5 Best U.S. Yoga Retreat
• 2025, 2024, 2023, 2022, 2021, 2020 Travel & Leisure World's Best Award - Top 10 Destination Spa
• 2025, 2024, 2023, 2022, 2021, 2020, 2019 USA Today Readers' Choice Award - Top 10 Best Spa Resort
• 2025, 2024, 2023, 2022, 2021, 2020 Conde Nast Traveler Reader's Choice Award - Top Destination Spa in the US
• 2025, 2024, 2023 TripAdvisor Traveler's Choice Award
• 2025, 2024, 2023, 2022 U.S. News & World Report - Best Hotels in the US
• 2024 Oprah Daily Hotel O-Wards - Top Wellness Resort to Find 2024 Your (Higher) Purpose
• 2024 Reader’s Digest - 20 Best Wellness Retreats to Help You Relax and Recharge
• 2024, 2023, 2022 OpenTable Diners' Choice Award
• 2023 Women’s Health Travel Awards - Best Yoga Retreat in the World
• 2023 Men’s Health Travel Awards - Top Relaxation Destination
• AAA Four Diamond Rating
• AAA Inspector’s Best of Housekeeping Award
WHY YOU’LL LOVE WORKING AT CIVANA
• Complimentary access to wellness classes & programming
• Complimentary shift meal
• Affordable health insurance starting the 1st of the month following hire date
• Generous Team Member & Friends & Family Resort rates and discounts
• 401K Retirement plan with Employer Matching
Work Schedule: Thursday – Monday; Must be available to work weekends, holidays, and after-hours in the event of emergencies and critical equipment failures.
Key Responsibilities:
- Install new heating, ventilation, AC, and refrigerant systems
- Perform routine and preventative maintenance on HVAC & refrigeration systems
- Diagnose mechanical and electrical problems
- Repair or replace defective parts
- Track materials used per project
- Complete service reports and warranty paperwork
- Support other Facilities teams as needed
Requirements & Qualifications:
- 5 years of experience in HVAC installation, maintenance, and repair experience required
- Resort, hotel, healthcare, or large commercial facility experience preferred
- EPA Universal Certification required
- HVAC/R certification required
- Experience servicing and troubleshooting chillers, cooling towers, and pumps
- Experience servicing AAON units strongly preferred
- Experience troubleshooting VRF systems (Toshiba, LG) strongly preferred
- Working knowledge of electrical systems, refrigeration cycles, and controls/BAS a plus
- Valid driver's license
- Ability to read blueprints, wiring diagrams, and equipment manuals
- Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
- Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred
Physical Requirements & Work Environment:
- Ability to stand, walk, and be on feet for extended periods (up to 8-10 hours)
- Ability to work outdoors and in mechanical/rooftop spaces in extreme heat (Arizona climate, seasonal temperatures well above 100°F)
- Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs
- Comfortable climbing ladders, working in confined spaces, and at heights
- Frequent bending, kneeling, crouching, and reaching
- Ability to work with hand and power tools safely
- Flexibility to respond to on-call/emergency maintenance needs as required
Salary : $35 - $40