HVAC Lead Installer

Established HVAC company in Southern Connecticut with over 50 years of service is seeking a full‑time, hands‑on HVAC Lead Installer.

In this role, you will be installing high‑efficiency equipment while leading a small, tightly‑knit team of up to 3 installers. We are looking for a natural leader who takes deep pride in their craftsmanship, can independently problem‑solve on site, and values excellent customer communication.

This position offers exceptional job stability—we have a strong backlog of local projects and have never had a single layoff in the last three years. You will also work directly under an easygoing General Manager with 30 years of industry experience.

• Top‑Tier Pay: $35.00 to $50.00 per hour based on your experience level.
• Consistent Work & Stability:
  Backlog of long‑term projects (including several upcoming apartment complexes) ensures zero seasonal downsizes.
• True Work‑Life Balance:
  Standard schedule is 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM. Overtime is optional, highly respected, and never forced down your throat.
• Keep It Local:
  Most job sites are within a comfortable 15 to 20‑minute drive from the shop.
• Growth & Future Leadership:
  Upward mobility is available, with the potential to train into the General Manager role over the next few years.
• Outstanding Reputation:
  We maintain a flawless 5‑star Google review rating for our quality of work.

• Hands‑on Installation:
  Actively install and commission residential and light commercial HVAC systems, including gas heating, central AC, heat pumps, and ductless mini‑splits.
• Crew Leadership:
  Direct, train, and mentor a small installation crew (1 to 3 people) on daily tasks.
• Site Management & Schematics:
  Read blueprints, fabricate/layout sheet metal, and problem‑solve layout modifications directly with builders on your feet.
• Quality & Commissioning:
  Perform brazing, pressure testing, evacuation, system startups, and airflow/combustion checks.
• Client Relations:
  Treat customer property with absolute respect and clearly explain system operations without using heavy technical jargon.

• Experience Requirement: 5+ years of HVAC installation experience is preferred, with a strong focus on residential systems.
• Mandatory Leadership:
  Minimum of 3+ years of direct experience leading an installation crew. (
  
  Note:
  
  We are looking for an established leader who can independently run a job from day one; we cannot accept senior installers without prior formal crew leadership experience).
• Technical
  
  Skills:
  
  Confident sheet metal/ductwork fabrication skills and a broad knowledge of electrical wiring diagrams and system controls.
• Tools & Licensing:
  Must possess your own set of trade tools and hold a valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.
• Physical Fitness:
  Ability to lift heavy equipment and work comfortably in tight or challenging spaces like attics, basements, and crawlspaces.

• EPA 608 Universal Certification is highly preferred, though we are willing to hire the right leader without it and help you achieve it.
• Experience with communicating thermostats, high‑efficiency systems, NATE certification, or OSHA safety training.

• Competitive hourly pay ($35–$50/hr) + optional overtime opportunities.
• 401(k) retirement plan with a 2% company match.
• Paid Time Off (PTO) & Paid Holidays scaled flexibly up to 3–4 weeks based on your total years in the trade.
• Health insurance options.
• Company‑provided installation service van.
• Paid ongoing vendor training and certifications scheduled annually.

• HVAC
• HVAC Service & Installation

• HVAC Systems