Journeyman Commercial HVAC Installer

Pay

$28 - $45 per hour + up to $5,000 sign‑on bonus depending on experience

Full-Time, Year‑Round

Omaha, NE

Aksarben, part of ARS — the nation’s largest provider of residential HVAC, plumbing, and electrical services. With 7,000+ employees and 45+ years of industry leadership.

• Insurance available after 31 days
• Low‑cost medical (as low as $5/week)
• Dental, vision, HSA/FSA
• 401(k) with company match
• 13 days PTO + 8 paid holidays
• Company‑paid life insurance
• Take‑home vehicle + gas card
• Uniforms + cleaning service
• Weekly direct deposit
• Ongoing training and career advancement

What You’ll Do as a Journeyman Installer:

• Performs or is capable of performing all four stages of HVAC installations in new construction settings, including marking‑out, piping, ductwork, unit installation, wiring, finish and start‑up.
• Applies journeyman‑level technical skills and general knowledge of current industry codes, regulations and standards to ensure quality installation that meets inspection code.
• Reviews blueprints and marks out locations for HVAC systems in new construction.
• Interfaces with builders, contractors, homeowners, architects, inspectors and project managers to identify installation needs.
• Measures and determines duct sizing for proper airflow, ensuring proper amounts of duct and fittings are requested.
• Cuts ductwork, applies site requirements in job preparation.
• Installs copper piping and drain lines below slab level, where appropriate; installs chimneys and flashing on roof; ensures flashing is sealed from water leaks.
• Cuts holes with saws according to mark‑outs as needed for HVAC installation.
• Installs exhausts for baths by running pipe to outside; sets up return air systems and installs hood vents and zone damper systems.
• Assembles HVAC units and condensers, places air boxes, registers, thermostats, coils, air handlers, heat pumps, copper line sets and risers.
• Stretches/lays out ductwork before installation to ensure accuracy; may modify existing space to accommodate new equipment or build unit platform.
• Installs refrigerant lines, fans, appliance vents, smoke detectors, humidifiers and grills; brazes in freon lines and pressurizes with nitrogen.
• Evacuates freon out of units as required; tests equipment, releases charge, starts unit and checks pressures with gauges.
• Connects copper tubing from indoor to outdoor unit via high‑temperature soldering.
• Sets drain pans to meet drop flow rates and installs and tests drain lines.
• Wires the main power line of the unit, ensuring high and low voltages are secure.
• Performs start‑up of HVAC systems in new construction to ensure proper operation in heat and cool cycles; records data such as model and serial numbers, amperage, etc.
• Ensures all installations are accurate, serviceable and meet technical/safety standards and regulatory codes; modifies as needed.
• Provides on‑the‑job training and support to assigned Apprentice Helpers.

• City of Omaha journeyman license; experience leading a crew strongly preferred.
• Advanced knowledge of basic carpentry, gas piping, electricity and airflow required.
• Valid driver’s license required.
• Working knowledge of local codes and general industry standards.

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Note: This posting outlines potential pay ranges and opportunities, which are not guaranteed and do not represent a formal offer. Additional compensation may be offered based on experience and will be outlined in an offer letter addendum. ARS is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any other protected status under applicable federal, state, or local laws.

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