Experienced HVAC Installer / Service Technician
Job Description
Job description
Experienced HVAC Installer / Service Technician
We are looking for an experienced HVAC Installer / Service Technician with at least 4 years of hands-on field experience. This is not an entry-level or helper position. The ideal candidate can independently perform residential HVAC installations, equipment change-outs, start-ups, troubleshooting, and repairs, with additional experience in light-commercial HVAC.
What You'll Do
- Install split systems, heat pumps, air handlers, furnaces, and package units
- Perform complete residential new-construction HVAC installations
- Complete equipment replacements and system change-outs
- Install and connect refrigerant line sets
- Braze copper using proper nitrogen-purge procedures
- Pressure test and leak-check refrigeration systems
- Properly evacuate and charge HVAC systems
- Perform system start-up, testing, and commissioning
- Diagnose and repair residential HVAC service issues
- Troubleshoot low- and line-voltage electrical systems
- Test capacitors, contactors, relays, transformers, motors, and compressors
- Read wiring diagrams and equipment schematics
- Install and troubleshoot thermostats and HVAC controls
- Check refrigerant pressures, temperatures, superheat, and subcooling
- Check temperature split and system airflow
- Install and repair condensate drains
- Install, modify, and connect ductwork as needed
- Perform service and installation work on light-commercial equipment
- Maintain a clean, safe, and professional work environment
- Communicate professionally with customers, contractors, supervisors, and other trades
- Follow OSHA, company, and manufacturer safety procedures
Job Requirements
- Minimum 4 years of HVAC field experience
- Strong residential installation experience
- Residential service and troubleshooting experience
- Residential new-construction experience
- Light-commercial HVAC experience
- Ability to complete installations with limited supervision
- Proficient with copper brazing and nitrogen-purge procedures
- Knowledge of pressure testing, evacuation, leak detection, and refrigerant charging
- Strong understanding of the refrigeration cycle
- Knowledge of superheat and subcooling
- Strong HVAC electrical troubleshooting skills
- Ability to use a multimeter
- Ability to read wiring diagrams and schematics
- Experience with system start-up and commissioning
- Ability to safely work on ladders and in attics, crawl spaces, and other typical HVAC environments
- Professional attitude and strong customer-service skills
- Reliable transportation and dependable attendance
Personal Hand Tools
Candidates must have their own standard HVAC hand tools necessary to perform installation and service work.
Additional Information
For more than 20 years, Tradeco Construction has been a trusted workforce partner to leading mechanical, electrical, and plumbing contractors across the country. Our reputation is built on providing dependable, safety-focused, highly skilled tradespeople who take pride in doing quality work every day.
At Tradeco, we believe great companies are built by great people. From our trades people to our managers and leadership team, we are committed to creating a professional, positive, and respectful work environment where every employee is valued.
When you join Tradeco, you become part of an organization that appreciates your skills, supports your success, and treats you with the professionalism and respect you deserve. Come experience what it means to work for a company that truly cares about its people.