HVAC Lead Install Technician (2+ years experience needed)

Southern Home Services•Houston, TX

About The Position

Southern Home Services is a residential HVAC, Plumbing and Electrical company that acquires, owns, and operates businesses around the United States. Nick’s Plumbing and Air Conditioning, a Southern Home Services Company, is seeking an HVAC Lead Install Technician to oversee HVAC system installations, upgrades, and replacements in residential properties. The role leads a team of technicians to deliver high-quality, efficient service; handles complex installations; provides technical expertise; and ensures compliance with industry and safety standards. It also involves customer interactions and issue resolution, maintaining an organized work environment and inventory, and contributing to team training and development. The position includes physically demanding work in varied settings, including attics and crawlspaces, and exposure to extreme temperatures and adverse weather. The company describes its work environment as supportive of work-life balance and offers flexible schedules, training, and growth plans.

Requirements

At least 2 years of HVAC Lead experience, ideally in the residential market, with hands-on technical skills.
Valid driver’s license and clean driving record.
Valid EPA certification.
Advanced troubleshooting and critical-thinking skills to resolve complex HVAC issues.
Proactive, enthusiastic approach and commitment to high-quality work.
Strong customer service skills and ability to address client needs and concerns.
Ability to interact professionally with individuals at all levels of the organization.
Flexible, innovative, and able to thrive in dynamic environments and collaborate with others.
Ability to lift 50 pounds regularly and up to 100 pounds occasionally.
Ability to climb ladders, access attics, navigate tight spaces and crawlspaces, drive, push, carry, pull, use hand tools, and perform fine detail work.
Ability to stand, walk, sit, talk, hear, handle or feel objects or controls, reach with hands and arms, and regularly stoop, kneel, bend, and crouch.
Ability to work in indoor and outdoor settings and tolerate extreme heat or cold and adverse weather conditions.

Responsibilities

Install, upgrade, and replace HVAC systems in residential homes.
Cut, thread, and connect copper or PVC pipes and handle high- and low-voltage wiring.
Train and mentor Install Helpers on job sites and in the shop.
Provide exceptional customer service and communicate effectively with homeowners.
Maintain tools, parts, and the vehicle in an organized and clean condition.
Work safely at heights, in tight spaces such as attics, and in varied weather conditions.
Ensure adherence to appliance standards, the Occupational Health and Safety Act, and service standards.
Perform additional duties as assigned.