HVAC Installer Apprentice

Mid-Ohio Air Conditioning•Columbus, OH

1d•$22 - $32•Onsite

About The Position

At Mid-Ohio Air Conditioning, we are committed to providing professional, value-based, and relational services tailored to each customer's specific needs. We offer preventive maintenance, equipment replacement, tenant build-out, service, and design-build services. Mid-Ohio Air Conditioning (MOAC) has been a market leader in the commercial and industrial HVAC industry in Ohio for over 55 years, serving Central, Northeast, and Southeast Ohio. We are dedicated to technical excellence, customer satisfaction, and the continuous development of our workforce. Our team-based approach to problem-solving is the foundation of our continued success. The HVAC Installer Apprentice works alongside Lead Installers and Installers on commercial construction, tenant improvement, renovation, and retrofit projects throughout Central, Northeast, and Southeast Ohio. This is an entry-level, learn-as-you-go role structured around MOAC’s four-year apprenticeship program. Apprentices will develop foundational skills in HVAC equipment installation, ductwork, piping, and job site safety through hands-on field experience and formal training. Participants receive a company vehicle, uniforms, tools, a tablet, and ongoing formal training.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED required
Valid Ohio driver’s license with clean driving record required
OSHA 10 required (or must complete within first 90 days of employment)
Basic mechanical aptitude and willingness to learn electrical and refrigeration fundamentals
Ability to follow detailed instructions and ask clarifying questions
Proficient or willing to learn digital work order systems, tablets, and field service mobile applications
Reliable, punctual, and committed to professional conduct in customer facilities
Ability to work in diverse field conditions (rooftops, equipment rooms, confined spaces, all weather); climb, crawl, stoop, kneel; lift up to 75 lbs
Flexibility for overtime and occasional weekends
Must pass pre-employment background check and drug screening

Nice To Haves

Enrollment in or completion of an HVAC vocational program, community college HVAC program, or registered apprenticeship preferred
0–2 years of HVAC-related work or trade school experience; motivated career changers with relevant mechanical aptitude will be considered
EPA Section 608 certification a plus; support provided to obtain
HVAC vocational coursework or trade school certificate
Hands-on mechanical experience (automotive, HVAC, plumbing, electrical, or similar)
Bilingual a plus

Responsibilities

Assist Lead Installers and Installers with the installation and replacement of commercial HVAC equipment including rooftop units, air handling units, fan coils, ductwork, and associated components
Support refrigerant and hydronic piping installation including material handling, layout assistance, and mechanical fitting assembly (threaded, flanged, and Victaulic/gasketed systems) under direct supervision
Help install roof curbs, curb adapters, duct transitions, and duct system modifications as directed
Perform material handling, staging, and organization to support crew productivity on construction and renovation job sites
Assist with equipment start-up and commissioning activities under the direct supervision of a qualified installer or project manager
Assist with coordination and collaboration with other trades on the job site to keep work moving efficiently
Support accurate completion of daily work records, material logs, and field documentation via MOAC’s field service applications
Maintain a clean, organized job site and company vehicle throughout all phases of a project
Adhere to all OSHA, MOAC, and site-specific safety policies at all times; apply PPE and LOTO procedures as required
Participate in job site safety meetings, toolbox talks, and MOAC safety training programs
Report safety incidents, near-misses, or hazardous conditions immediately to the Lead Installer, Project Manager, or VP of Construction