Posted August 28, 2026
HVAC Residential Service Tech
ARS-Rescue Rooter
Itasca, Illinois 60143, United States
Full-Time
63000.00 - 82000.00
Reference: 3162811990
ARS/Rescue Rooter is seeking an HVAC Residential Service Tech to diagnose, repair, and maintain heating and cooling systems in customers' homes. In this field-based role, you'll troubleshoot furnaces, air conditioners, and heat pumps, perform preventative maintenance, and recommend solutions that prioritize safety, comfort, and efficiency. You'll represent a national leader in residential services, supported by strong technical training, a safety-first culture, and clear paths for advancement into senior and leadership roles. Year-round work and a customer-focused team environment offer long-term career stability.
Responsibilities
- Diagnose and repair residential HVAC systems, including furnaces, air conditioners, and heat pumps.
- Perform routine preventative maintenance, inspections, and tune-ups to optimize system performance and safety.
- Recommend repair or replacement options and explain findings clearly to homeowners.
- Install or replace HVAC components such as motors, capacitors, thermostats, and filters.
- Follow all safety, code, and company standards while working in occupied homes.
- Document work performed, parts used, and system conditions in service software or forms.
- Operate company vehicle responsibly and maintain tools and equipment in good condition.
- Collaborate with dispatch and office staff to manage daily schedule and respond to priority calls.
- Provide excellent customer service, build trust, and represent ARS/Rescue Rooter professionally on every visit.
Required Skills
- HVAC system diagnostics
- Residential HVAC repair
- Furnace maintenance
- Air conditioning service
- Heat pump troubleshooting
- Refrigerant handling (EPA certified)
- Thermostat and controls installation
- Electrical and low-voltage wiring basics
- Combustion safety and testing
- Customer service and communication
