HVAC Installer

People MVR•Morton Grove, IL

17d•$23 - $50•Onsite

About The Position

King Heating, Cooling & Plumbing is seeking experienced HVAC Installers to perform residential and light-commercial installations, including systems up to 100 tons. The installer leads each job from blueprint review through installation, startup, and customer walkthrough, aiming for code-compliant, energy-efficient work and a positive customer experience. The role involves hands-on installation and fabrication, testing, customer communication, job documentation, and teamwork. Overtime and on-call work are expected, and the company describes opportunities to advance into lead installer, supervisor, specialist, or other roles.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Valid EPA Section 608 certification.
At least 2 years of residential or light-commercial HVAC installation experience.
Knowledge of HVAC equipment, electrical systems, refrigeration, ductwork, and applicable codes.
Ability to read blueprints.
Valid Illinois driver's license with a clean driving record.
Ability to lift more than 50 pounds, work in attics and crawl spaces, climb, and work in varying weather conditions.
Honesty, strong work ethic, teamwork, and willingness to work overtime and on call.

Nice To Haves

Trade school or apprenticeship experience.
NATE certification.
Experience with Carrier or other leading HVAC brands.
Experience with ductless mini-splits, boilers, smart-home integrations, or high-efficiency systems.
Strong communication skills and enthusiasm for helping customers.

Responsibilities

Install HVAC systems and components, including furnaces, air-conditioning units, coils, ductwork, smart thermostats, humidifiers, and air purifiers.
Read and interpret blueprints and schematics to complete code-compliant, energy-efficient installations.
Fabricate ductwork and connect refrigerant lines and wiring.
Test and start up equipment, including conducting leak checks.
Identify potential upgrades that could improve efficiency and save customers money.
Maintain clean job sites, properly maintained tools, and safe work practices.
Explain systems to customers, answer questions, and support a positive customer experience.
Coordinate with the installation crew to complete jobs on time and within budget.
Document completed work and follow company standards for integrity and quality.