General Manager​/License Holder

General Manager/License Holder - HVAC (Hands-On Leadership Role)

Location:

Des Moines, Iowa | Full-Time Compensation: $90,000-$110,000/yr+, DOE

We are seeking a hands-on General Manager who is also a fully licensed HVAC professional. This role is ideal for an experienced HVAC leader who enjoys working in the field while also overseeing day-to-day operations.

This is not a desk-only management position. The General Manager will actively perform HVAC service, maintenance, and installation work while gradually building, training, and leading a technician team. This individual will play a critical role in setting standards, ensuring quality and safety, managing jobs, supporting customers, and helping grow the business locally.

• Perform residential and light commercial HVAC service, maintenance, and installations
• Lead by example in the field while establishing best practices and standards
• Build, train, and mentor future HVAC technicians
• Manage daily operations including scheduling, job prioritization, and workflow
• Communicate with customers to ensure satisfaction and professionalism
• Coordinate closely with ownership on operations, growth, and planning
• Maintain high standards for safety, quality, and regulatory compliance
• Support business development efforts such as trade shows, door-to-door outreach, and customer calls
• Help drive revenue growth through strong service execution and sales ability

• Active, hands-on HVAC technician with strong diagnostic and troubleshooting skills
• Willing and able to perform field work daily
• Proven leadership or supervisory experience in HVAC or skilled trades
• Strong customer communication and professional presence
• Demonstrated sales ability and comfort discussing service options
• Ability to manage schedules and prioritize work effectively
• High standards for workmanship, safety, and accountability
• Comfortable mentoring and training junior technicians
• Self-motivated with a strong work ethic and growth mindset
• Willingness to learn new skills and adapt as the business scales

• 5–10+ years of hands-on HVAC experience
• Prior leadership, lead technician, or management experience strongly preferred

• Active HVAC license required

• Leadership opportunity with hands-on involvement
• Ability to shape and grow a local HVAC operation
• Long-term career opportunity with advancement potential
• Competitive compensation based on experience and performance