Service Manager; HVAC​/R – Lead Our 5-Star Team

Service Manager (HVAC/R) – Lead Our 5-Star Team!

Required Credentials: Red Seal Refrigeration & Air Conditioning + Gas A or B

Hours: Monday to Friday (daytime hours with occasional after-hours support as needed)

Wage: $60/hour plus negotiated bonuses

Signing Bonus: $5,000.00 paid after completing a 3 month probationary period

Vacation :
Accrued vacation - 2 weeks for the first year, 3 weeks during the second year, and then 4 weeks starting in the third year.

At Vernon Air Conditioning, Plumbing & Electrical Services, we’ve built our reputation on doing things right. Delivering exceptional workmanship, genuine care, and stellar client service from the very first hello.

We’re proud to be a locally owned and operated company serving Vernon and the surrounding communities. Our clients know us for our professionalism, reliability, fair pricing and high-quality service, and our team members know us for our kindness, respect, and supportive environment.

With over 500 five-star reviews, we hold ourselves to the highest standards - built on trust, consistency, and doing what’s right for our clients every time. As we continue to grow, we’re looking for a Service Manager who can uphold (and elevate) the five-star experience that earned our reputation.

We’re looking for a calm, capable, and people-focused Service Manager with strong HVAC/R field experience, proven performance, and confident leadership.

In this role, you’ll lead a high-caliber team of skilled technicians and help them continue to do their best work through clear direction, strong support, and a consistent focus on training, safety, quality, and client care.

This is a great fit for someone who’s technically strong, highly organized, and comfortable guiding a fast-moving service department while maintaining exceptional client service standards.

Red Seal Journeyman Refrigeration & Air Conditioning Mechanic

Gas A or Gas B Fitter certification

10+ years commercial, residential or combined HVAC/R

Strong technology skills (comfortable with tablets/phones, dispatch software, digital work orders, email/calendar, and troubleshooting apps/tools)

Legally entitled to work in Canada

Bonus:

Experience as a Service Manager and/or Lead Technician

Lead a high-caliber team of service and installation technicians with clear direction, coaching, and troubleshooting support

Help set the tone for a respectful, accountable, high-performing team culture

Support training, mentoring, and consistent standards across workmanship and client experience

Handle escalations calmly and professionally, focusing on fair solutions and clear communication

Ensure clients receive proactive updates and a true five-star service experience

Maintain quality control and consistency across service calls, paperwork, and follow-up

Work closely with CSR/dispatch to prioritize calls, assign the right tech to the right job, and keep days running smoothly

Review work orders for accuracy, completeness, and proper documentation (notes, photos, parts, recommendations)

Identify patterns and opportunities to improve efficiency, reduce callbacks, and strengthen internal systems

Promote safe work practices, code compliance, and company standards

Support clean documentation and consistent procedures across the team

A steady, solutions-first mindset — you can manage busy days with poise and clarity

Strong communication skills (with technicians, clients, and internal teams)

Excellent organization and prioritization — you know what matters most right now

Pride in doing things right the first time, and helping others do the same

A long-term mindset — you enjoy building and improving something over time

This role is ideal for someone looking for a long-term fit who values consistency, leadership, and shared success. It may not be the best match for someone seeking short-term work or a highly flexible schedule.

Competitive Pay

Vacation Accrual:
Earn time off as you grow with us

Positive Culture:
Kind, respectful team environment with high standards

Intentional Growth:
We’re growing thoughtfully and building a strong leadership team

Community Reputation:
Join a company people trust — and a team you’re proud to represent

If you’re an experienced HVAC/R leader who takes pride in five-star service and wants to help a great team grow, we’d love to hear from you.

Candidates who have carefully reviewed this job posting in full will include the following in their cover letter:

A brief coaching phrase you often use to support technicians during difficult calls (one sentence is perfect).