Residential HVAC Installation Technician

Overview

HVAC Installation Technician – Residential Focus Columbus, OH | Full-Time Hourly Rate: $20–$25 + commissions (target total compensation $34–$40/hr) | Full Benefits + Take-Home Van

Join a homeowner-centered residential HVAC company in the Columbus area that’s built on trust, technical excellence, and technician success. We invest in our installers with top-tier tools, training, and a benefits package designed for long-term careers.

• 401(k)
• Health insurance
• Paid time off

You’ll be responsible for installing complete residential comfort systems—from single-family replacements to new-build projects. Expect daily work that includes equipment placement, custom sheet metal work, refrigerant handling, system commissioning, and ensuring every job meets code and exceeds customer expectations.

• Set up and connect residential HVAC units (gas furnaces, ACs, heat pumps, air handlers, etc.) per design specs.
• Fabricate and install duct runs, transitions, dampers, and registers for balanced, efficient systems.
• Conduct pressure tests, leak checks, startup procedures, and performance verification on every installation.
• Maintain tidy, professional job sites and submit accurate paperwork/digital reports daily.
• Engage directly with customers to walk through the installation process and confirm their comfort with the finished work.
• Respond to occasional after-hours or weekend needs to support peak-season demand.

• 4+ years hands-on residential HVAC installation experience (apartment, condo, and single-family homes).
• Active EPA 608 Certification required.
• Clean, valid driver’s license.
• High school diploma or GED; HVAC technical training or certification a big plus.
• Proficient at reading plans, layouts, and wiring diagrams.
• Strong problem-solving mindset with attention to detail and safety protocols.
• Basic tech comfort for using tablets/apps for job tracking and communication.
• Physically able to lift 50 lbs, work in confined spaces, climb ladders, and handle outdoor elements.

• Competitive total pay package averaging $34–$40/hr with commissions on completed jobs.
• Comprehensive health, dental, vision insurance + 401(k) retirement plan.
• Dedicated take-home vehicle—no personal truck needed for work.
• Opportunities to grow into senior technician, installer trainer, or management tracks.
• Team-oriented culture with regular tool upgrades and continuing education.

Reliable way to get to the office/yard each morning. Willingness to work full-time with periodic overtime or Saturday shifts. Passion for quality workmanship and making homeowners happy. Pre-employment background check and drug test mandatory.