HVAC Refrigeration Service Technician

Nextech•Albertville, AL

42d

About The Position

Nextech is seeking an HVAC/R Technician to provide reliable, high-quality service to commercial clients. The role involves troubleshooting, repairing, installing, and maintaining HVAC/R systems and their electrical, mechanical, and electronic components. Technicians may perform emergency service and participate in after-hours on-call rotations. The position includes documenting service details using company-provided iPads, maintaining a company vehicle, tools, and parts inventory, communicating with customers and internal teams, and identifying additional service opportunities. Technicians are dispatched from home and use a fully equipped company van with a gas card. Paid port-to-port travel, a tool allowance, paid training, certification support, education reimbursement, and potential sign-on and seasonal bonuses are offered. Compensation is $28.00–$40.00 per hour. This is a physically active position requiring work at heights, lifting and maneuvering equipment, frequent movement and ladder climbing, and travel to customer sites. Occasional work in an office environment is also required. Reasonable accommodations may be provided under the ADA when essential job functions can still be safely performed.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
At least 2 years of recent experience as an HVAC/R field technician.
EPA certification.
Valid driver's license.
Strong diagnostic and troubleshooting skills.
Ability to read and interpret schematics and work plans.
Basic comfort with mobile apps and technology.
Strong work ethic, positive attitude, and commitment to quality.
Willingness to work overtime, weekends, or holidays when needed.
Ability to communicate effectively in spoken and written English for essential job duties, including explaining service findings, understanding job-related questions and safety instructions, reading technical information, and completing service records.
May require a Journeyman's License in some states.
May require state-specific licenses.

Responsibilities

Diagnose and repair HVAC/R systems, including electrical, mechanical, and electronic components.
Perform maintenance and emergency service as needed, including after-hours on-call rotations.
Document service details using company-provided iPads.
Maintain the company vehicle, tools, and parts inventory.
Communicate with customers, dispatch, supervisors, and team members about service needs, equipment issues, work status, and safety procedures.
Identify additional service opportunities and share them with customers.
Read and interpret job-related technical instructions and safety information.
Complete accurate service documentation.

Benefits

Sign-on bonus up to $3,000 for qualified candidates.
Eligibility for seasonal bonuses.
Fully equipped company vehicle and gas card.
Paid port-to-port travel.
Tool allowance.
Paid training, certification support, and education reimbursement.
Multiple health plans, including a free employee-only option.
Dental and vision coverage starting after 30 days.
Free life insurance equal to annual salary.
401(k) with a 50% company match on the first 6%.
Optional supplemental life, disability, accident, and critical illness coverage.
Seven paid holidays and paid time off.
Discounts on travel, auto, dining, and more.