HVAC Apprentice (Start Up Technician)

HVAC Start Up Technician (Apprentice)

Position Type: Full-time, hourly position eligible for overtime

Compensation: $24 - $25 per hour. Fast growth potential to Service Tech I, Service Tech II, and Lead Tech!

Job Summary:

The HVAC Start Up Technician installs, starts up, tests, troubleshoots, and commissions HVAC systems to ensure safe, efficient operation and a smooth customer handoff.

Essential Functions:

Key responsibilities include:

• Start up, test, calibrate, and commission newly installed HVAC equipment and controls.
• Troubleshoot electrical, mechanical, refrigeration, and control issues using diagnostic tools.
• Document work performed, system settings, repairs, and performance checks accurately.
• Communicate system operation, maintenance needs, and next steps to customers and internal teams.
• Follow company safety standards and complete assigned work in customer settings.

Education & Experience:

• Required: High school diploma or equivalent; EPA 608 Certification; 1+ year of HVAC start-up, installation, commissioning, or troubleshooting experience; working knowledge of HVAC systems, controls, diagnostic tools, and electrical/mechanical/refrigeration principles.
• Preferred: HVAC training program, apprenticeship, or NATE certification.

Perks:

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid training, PTO, and paid holidays
• 401(k) retirement plan with match
• Employee Assistance Program
• Growth opportunities

Work Environment:

This role is performed in customer settings, including indoor and outdoor environments such as attics, basements, confined spaces, and rooftops.

Physical Demands:

• Must be able to stand, bend, crawl, kneel, climb ladders, access crawl spaces and rooftops, move safely on stairs, and lift up to 60 pounds.
• Travel by personal or company-provided vehicle may be required.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

At HomeWorks Energy, we celebrate diversity, inclusion, and collaboration. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we do not discriminate against race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, or expression, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, veteran status, or any other applicable characteristics. All employment decisions are based on qualifications, skills, and experiences needed to successfully perform the job.

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