Residential HVAC Lead Install Technician

Southern Home Services is a residential HVAC, plumbing, and electrical company that acquires, owns, and operates businesses across the United States. We are looking for a dynamic HVAC Lead Install Technician to join a thriving business that values work‑life balance and cares about its employees.

The HVAC Lead Install Technician is responsible for overseeing the installation, upgrade, and replacement of HVAC systems in residential properties. The role involves leading a team of technicians, ensuring high‑quality and efficient service delivery, handling complex installations, providing technical expertise, and maintaining compliance with industry standards and safety regulations. Additionally, the technician manages customer interactions, resolves issues, maintains a clean work environment, manages inventory and tools, and contributes to team training and development.

• Install, upgrade, and/or replace HVAC systems in residential homes with precision.
• Cut, thread, and connect pipes (copper or PVC) and handle high and low voltage wiring.
• Train and mentor install helpers on job sites and in the shop.
• Deliver exceptional customer service and communicate effectively with homeowners.
• Perform mandatory physical activities such as lifting, bending, and moving objects up to 100 pounds.
• Maintain tools, parts, and the vehicle in an organized and clean condition.
• Work safely at heights, in tight spaces (e.g., attics), and under various weather conditions.
• Ensure adherence to appliance standards, the Occupational Health and Safety Act, and service standards.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

• 2–5+ years of HVAC experience, ideally in the residential market.
• Valid driver’s license with a minimum of three years of driving experience.
• Valid EPA certification for environmental compliance.
• Proficient in advanced troubleshooting and critical thinking.
• Proactive, enthusiastic, and committed to delivering high‑quality work.
• Strong customer‑service orientation and effective communication skills.
• Professional interaction capabilities at all organizational levels.
• Ability to adapt to dynamic environments and collaborate with others.

• Lifting 50 pounds regularly and up to 100 pounds occasionally.
• Climbing ladders, accessing attics, navigating tight spaces, driving, entering crawlspaces, and performing fine detail work.
• Standing, walking, sitting; speaking and hearing both in person and by telephone.
• Frequent stooping, kneeling, bending, and crouching.
• Exposure to extreme temperatures, wind, rain, ice, or snow.

• Reliable, year‑round work.
• Weekly paychecks.
• Paid time off and paid holidays.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits.
• Health savings account.
• Flexible spending account.
• Growth opportunities.
• Employee discounts.
• Company‑paid short‑term life insurance.
• Life insurance.
• Company vehicle.

This is a non‑exempt position.

Southern Home Services is an equal‑opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws. The policy applies to all employment practices within our organization.