HVAC Installer/ Lead Installer Trainee
About The Position
MR. AIR NYC is seeking an HVAC Installer with prior hands-on trade experience who wants to continue developing into an independent installer and, over time, become qualified for greater technical and crew-lead responsibilities. This is not an entry-level helper position. We are looking for someone with meaningful experience using mechanical and construction tools who is comfortable working in active installation environments and wants to develop advanced ductless, heat-pump, and retrofit installation skills. MR. AIR NYC specializes in ductless mini-split, heat-pump, and VRF installations throughout New York City. Our projects frequently take place in brownstones, townhouses, apartments, condominiums, co-ops, and other existing buildings where equipment access, piping routes, condensate management, electrical controls, masonry, finished interiors, and property protection require careful workmanship.
Requirements
- Approximately 2+ years of HVAC installation, mechanical construction, plumbing, electrical, carpentry, or closely related trade experience preferred.
- Meaningful hands-on experience using construction and mechanical tools.
- Reliable attendance and punctuality.
- Willingness to learn and accept technical feedback.
- Ability to work safely on ladders and in HVAC installation environments.
- Ability to perform the essential physical functions of field installation work.
- Ability to work professionally in occupied residential properties.
- Ability to communicate jobsite problems and ask questions when instructions or conditions are unclear.
Nice To Haves
- HVAC or ductless installation experience is strongly preferred.
- Experience with ductless mini-split systems.
- Experience with heat pumps.
- Experience with refrigerant piping.
- Experience with condensate drainage and pumps.
- Experience with electrical and control wiring.
- Experience with sheet-metal or ductwork.
- Experience with core drilling or masonry.
- Experience with carpentry or finish work.
- Experience with brownstones, townhouses, or NYC residential construction.
- Experience with ceiling cassettes.
- Experience with concealed ducted systems.
- Experience with multi-zone systems.
- EPA Section 608 certification.
Responsibilities
- Assist with and progressively take ownership of ductless mini-split and heat-pump installations.
- Install and support refrigerant piping, condensate drainage, equipment, and related components.
- Assist with wall-mounted, multi-zone, cassette, concealed-ducted, and related HVAC systems.
- Perform drilling, routing, mounting, sealing, insulation, and finish work.
- Assist with equipment placement and setup.
- Participate in pressure testing, evacuation, startup, and commissioning based on demonstrated competency.
- Assist with electrical and control wiring within the scope of assigned work and appropriate supervision.
- Protect customer property throughout installation work.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe jobsite.
- Follow installation plans, manufacturer requirements, and company workmanship standards.
- Complete required project photographs and documentation.
- Identify missing materials, damaged equipment, and unexpected field conditions.
- Raise questions and unexpected conditions promptly so they can be addressed correctly.
- Work cooperatively with Lead Installers and other crew members.
- Assist with material organization, cleanup, and project closeout.
- Take on progressively more advanced responsibilities as skills are demonstrated.
Benefits
- Paid technical development and hands-on training are provided as part of the position.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
