Residential HVAC Service Technician

Custom Air & Plumbing, a trusted Sarasota contractor, is seeking a Residential HVAC Service Technician to diagnose, repair and maintain home cooling and heating systems. In this field-based role, you'll troubleshoot equipment, perform preventive maintenance, install replacement components and provide honest recommendations to customers. You'll work directly in local homes, representing a customer-focused, family-oriented team that values integrity, professionalism and safety.

Custom Air & Plumbing offers ongoing training, stable year-round work and opportunities to advance into leadership or specialty HVAC roles.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose, repair and maintain residential HVAC systems, including air conditioners, heat pumps and air handlers.
• Perform scheduled preventive maintenance and system tune-ups to ensure efficient, reliable operation.
• Install replacement equipment and components, following company and code standards.
• Use diagnostic tools, gauges and meters to identify system issues and recommend solutions.
• Communicate clearly with homeowners about findings, options, pricing and maintenance recommendations.
• Document work performed, parts used and system condition in service tickets and reports.
• Follow safety procedures, company policies and local codes on every job.
• Participate in on-call or after-hours emergency service rotation as needed.
• Collaborate with dispatch, office staff and field teams to ensure timely, professional service.
• Maintain company vehicle, tools and inventory in clean, organized condition.

Required Skills

• Residential HVAC troubleshooting
• Installation and repair of HVAC systems
• Preventive maintenance
• Refrigerant handling and charging
• Reading blueprints and schematics
• Use of HVAC diagnostic tools/meters
• Electrical and low-voltage HVAC wiring
• Customer service and communication
• Writing service reports and estimates
• Safe use of hand and power tools