Commercial HVAC Project Technician Lead

We are seeking an experienced Commercial HVAC Project Technician Lead to lead and perform commercial HVAC project work, including equipment change-outs, replacements, and new installations. This role is responsible for safely executing projects, guiding field technicians, coordinating with project teams, and ensuring the quality installation and start-up of packaged and split HVAC systems. The ideal candidate will possess strong installation experience, leadership capabilities, and a commitment to safety and quality workmanship.

Responsibilities

• Lead and perform HVAC change-outs, replacements, and new installations for commercial facilities.
• Install and start up packaged rooftop units (RTUs), split systems, heat pumps, air handlers, condensing units, ducted systems, and related components.
• Remove existing equipment and reconnect ductwork, refrigerant piping, condensate piping, electrical systems, controls, gas piping, and accessories.
• Read and interpret drawings, specifications, equipment schedules, wiring diagrams, and installation manuals.
• Coordinate daily activities with project managers, customers, vendors, subcontractors, and other trades.
• Perform refrigerant recovery, evacuation, charging, brazing, leak testing, troubleshooting, and system start-up activities.
• Provide field direction, training, and support to technicians and apprentices.
• Maintain accurate project documentation, including daily reports, start-up forms, refrigerant logs, and material tracking.
• Follow all company safety policies, customer requirements, OSHA guidelines, and applicable building codes.
• Support project completion goals while maintaining installation quality and customer satisfaction.

Qualifications

• Minimum five (5) years of commercial HVAC installation, replacement, service, or project experience.
• Hands-on experience with HVAC change-outs, new installations, packaged systems, split systems, refrigerant piping, electrical systems, controls, start-up, and troubleshooting.
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings, wiring diagrams, specifications, submittals, and installation documents.
• EPA Section 608 Universal Certification required.
• Valid driver's license required.
• High school diploma or GED required.

Required Skills

• HVAC trade school education, vocational training, or apprenticeship program completion.
• Experience leading small crews or serving as a senior field technician.
• OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 certification.
• Experience with rooftop unit replacements and curb adapters.
• Experience coordinating crane picks, rigging activities, and equipment deliveries.
• Experience installing split systems, including line sets, condensate piping, control wiring, and system start-up.
• Experience working alongside general contractors, subcontractors, and multiple trades on active construction sites.

Location:

Chesapeake, VA

Schedule:

Monday – Friday, 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM (hours may vary based on jobsite requirements; standard 8-hour workday plus on-call rotation)