HVAC Installer

Jetson Home•San Jose, CA

5d•$32 - $39•Onsite

About The Position

Jetson is seeking experienced HVAC Installers to complete residential heat pump installations and support the company’s mission to accelerate the transition from fossil fuels to sustainable energy. The role involves removing existing gas furnaces and air-conditioning equipment, installing heat pump systems, and ensuring each job is completed to a high standard. Installers represent Jetson to homeowners, contribute to process improvements, and collaborate with fellow installers and the engineering team. The position requires hands-on residential HVAC installation experience, including work in attics, crawlspaces, and other tight or physically demanding environments. Installers should be able to work independently and as part of a crew, communicate clearly with customers and teammates, solve problems as they arise, and maintain quality and code compliance. Heat pump or mini-split experience is preferred, and Jetson is willing to support further learning in this area. This is a full-time, permanent, in-person position in San Jose, California, paying $32–$39 per hour. Jetson provides tools, uniforms, and lunch.

Requirements

Hands-on residential HVAC installation experience, including work in attics, crawlspaces, and tight or physically demanding environments.
Ability to work independently and alongside a crew.
EPA Section 608 Certification, either completed or actively in progress.
Ability to read blueprints and wiring schematics.
Working knowledge of local building codes and how to maintain compliance.
Strong refrigerant handling skills, including recovery, evacuation, and charging.
Strong attention to quality and a low tolerance for cutting corners.
Clear, professional communication with customers and teammates.
Problem-solving ability when installations do not go as planned.
Physical stamina to handle heavy equipment and work in varied conditions.

Nice To Haves

Experience with heat pumps or mini-splits.

Responsibilities

Complete heat pump system installations from start to finish, including removing existing gas furnaces and air-conditioning equipment and leaving the work area clean.
Perform refrigerant recovery, system evacuation, and charging carefully and accurately.
Prepare spaces after equipment removal for the new installation.
Read blueprints and wiring diagrams to carry out installations and troubleshoot issues.
Keep current with local building codes and ensure work is compliant before completing each job.
Provide a strong customer experience by answering questions, addressing concerns, and helping homeowners feel confident in their decision.
Identify quality issues, including issues with one's own work or others' work, and raise concerns when corrections are needed.
Maintain organized, well-stocked vehicles and warehouse as part of the daily routine.
Collaborate with other installers and the engineering team to identify improvements and help raise work standards.