Residential HVAC Lead Install Technician

Job Summary

Southern Home Services is a residential HVAC, Plumbing & Electrical company that acquires, owns, and operates businesses across the United States. We are seeking business leaders to join our growing team and become an integral part of our company’s future.

The HVAC Lead Install Technician is responsible for overseeing the installation, upgrade, and replacement of HVAC systems in residential properties. This role involves leading a team of technicians to ensure high‑quality and efficient service delivery, handling complex installations, providing technical expertise, and ensuring compliance with industry standards and safety regulations. The Lead Install Technician manages customer interactions, resolves issues, maintains a clean and organized 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.
• Handle physical tasks, including lifting, bending, and moving objects weighing over 50 pounds.
• Maintain tools, parts, and the vehicle in an organized and clean condition.
• Perform 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 within the residential market.
• 1–2 years of lead install experience.
• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record.
• Valid EPA certification for compliance with environmental regulations.
• Advanced troubleshooting and critical thinking skills to resolve complex HVAC issues.
• Proactive and enthusiastic approach with a strong commitment to high‑quality work.
• Exceptional customer service orientation and effective client communication.
• Professional interaction with individuals at all organizational levels.
• Flexibility and innovation in dynamic environments and collaborative teamwork.

• Lifting 50 pounds regularly and up to 100 pounds occasionally.
• Climbing ladders, accessing attics, navigating tight spaces, driving, entering crawlspaces, pushing, carrying, pulling, using hand tools, and performing fine detail work.
• Ability to stand, walk, sit, talk, and hear both in person and by telephone.
• Regular exposure to extreme temperatures indoors and outdoors, and adverse weather such as wind, rain, ice, or snow.
• Use of hands to handle or feel objects or controls; reach with hands and arms; regularly stoop, kneel, bend, and crouch.
• Ability to drive.

Southern Home Services will make reasonable accommodations to allow an employee to perform the essential functions of the job.

• 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

Southern Home Services is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. 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.