HVAC Install Lead

ARS/Rescue Rooter seeks an HVAC Install Lead to run residential and light commercial replacement and retrofit projects. You'll supervise a small crew, remove and install HVAC systems, complete ductwork, electrical, and refrigerant connections, and commission equipment to company and code standards. This role requires strong technical skills, a safety-first mindset, and clear customer communication. ARS/Rescue Rooter offers steady, year-round work, ongoing training, recognition for high performance, and growth opportunities into field management within a national service network.

Responsibilities

• Lead residential and light commercial HVAC installation projects from teardown to startup
• Install furnaces, air conditioners, heat pumps, air handlers, and ductwork to code and manufacturer specs
• Perform electrical and refrigerant connections, pressure testing, evacuation, and system charging
• Conduct startup, testing, and commissioning to ensure system performance and customer comfort
• Coach and direct install helpers, ensuring productivity, quality workmanship, and safe practices
• Communicate professionally with customers, explaining work performed and system operation
• Complete job documentation, forms, and change orders accurately and on time
• Maintain tools, vehicles, and materials, ensuring organized, safe, and compliant jobsites
• Follow ARS/Rescue Rooter safety policies and all applicable codes and regulations
• Collaborate with service and sales teams to ensure smooth job scheduling and customer satisfaction

Required Skills

• HVAC installation
• Ductwork fabrication and installation
• Electrical wiring for HVAC systems
• Refrigeration and brazing
• Reading blueprints and schematics
• Startup, testing, and commissioning HVACLoad calculations and equipment sizing
• Use of HVAC diagnostic tools and meters
• Jobsite safety and OSHA compliance
• Crew leadership and training