HVAC Lead Installer
Reports to: Area Manager, HVAC
Travel: Up to 100%
Schedule: Variable hours, including overtime, overnight, and Sunday service as needed
About the role
As an HVAC Lead Installer, you're the expert in the field — installing heating and cooling systems, leading every job to a clean, code-compliant finish, and mentoring the next generation of installers. You'll run your assigned territory with autonomy, take pride in quality work, and grow your career while helping ours grow too.
If you take pride in doing the job right, enjoy teaching others, and want to be trusted to own your work, this is a role where your skills are recognized and your leadership matters.
What you'll do
- Install new heating and air conditioning systems and accessories — heat pumps, HVAC, gas/oil furnaces, and boilers — to company, safety, and manufacturer specifications
- Lead and mentor your Install Assistant, coaching on technique, safety, and company standards while setting the example as a positive role model
- Deliver excellent customer service on every visit, protecting the customer's property and leaving each space clean and complete
- Remove old equipment and fully clean up all work areas
- Identify opportunities to recommend additional products and services that benefit the customer and the company
- Manage your truck inventory, vehicle maintenance, and required permitting (company, city, state, and county code)
- Handle frontline service and repairs across all product lines as assigned
- Hit your quality, productivity, and performance goals — a minimum of 3 system installs per week
- Eligible for commission on the sale of new HVAC systems
Why you'll want to join
- Lead from day one — you own your territory and supervise your own crew
- Build others up — mentor and train assistants and fellow technicians
- Be the expert — your certifications and craftsmanship are valued and put to work every day
What you'll need
Experience & education
- Technical school degree or equivalent
- 3–4 years of related experience
- License/certification in a relevant field
- Applicable CFC/EPA License
- Valid Driver's License for the state of employment
- 18 years of age or older
Skills & knowledge
- Complete knowledge of all tools, equipment, and materials used to service HVAC units
- Ability to read, understand, and apply technical written material to answer questions, solve problems, and complete tasks
- Ability to read, write, and speak English
- Ability to follow industry regulations for handling hazardous materials
- A demonstrated commitment to safe work practices — and to coaching others in safety across the work environment, PPE use, and safe driving
- Professionalism and exemplary technical behavior that conveys a positive image of the company at all times
Physical & travel requirements
- Up to 100% travel, including long distances of over 5 hours
- Ability to drive for long periods in various weather conditions and demographic areas
- Ability to work variable and flexible hours, including significant overtime, overnight, and Sunday service as needed
- Ability to receive truck stock at home if a company vehicle is kept at the residence or another location
- Ability to lift and carry up to 75 lbs.
- Ability to frequently bend, stoop, kneel, stretch, twist, reach, and climb
- Ability to access interior and exterior landscapes and varying levels of terrain
Years Experience
2 - 5 Years Experience
Travel Requirements
Road Warrior (75% or more)
Country
United States
Work-In City
Columbus
Work-In State
OH
Work-In Postal Code
43215
Business
Sears Home Services - Sears Home Imp Prod
Job Function
Repair/Installation
Employment Category
Regular, Full-time
Compensation Range
N/A
Additional Compensation Explanation
N/A
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Equal Opportunity Employer / Disability / Vet.
Posting Tags
#RepairTechnician
Company Brand
Sears Home Services
Location City
Middleburg Heights
Pay: From $30.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Company truck
- Dental insurance
- Fuel card
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Experience:
- HVAC Residential Installations: 4 years (Required)
License/Certification:
- EPA Universal Certification (Preferred)
- EPA Type II (Required)
Work Location: In person
