HVAC Refrigeration Service Technician

Nextech•College Station, TX

About The Position

Nextech is hiring an HVAC/R Technician to provide reliable, high-quality service to commercial clients. The role involves diagnosing and repairing HVAC/R systems, performing installations and preventive maintenance, and responding to emergency service needs. Technicians may participate in after-hours on-call rotations and are dispatched directly from home. The position includes a fully equipped company van, gas card, company-provided iPad, paid port-to-port travel, tool allowance, paid training, certification support, and education reimbursement. The technician is expected to maintain the company vehicle, tools, and parts inventory; document service work accurately; communicate with customers, dispatch, supervisors, and team members; and identify additional service opportunities. This is a physically active field role that requires travel to customer sites, work at heights, and handling tools and equipment. Occasional work in an office environment is also required.

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 using 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 customer and team communications, understanding job-related questions and safety instructions, reading technical information, and completing service records.
Ability to safely work at heights using ladders up to 28–32 feet and operate equipment within manufacturer weight limits.
Ability to lift, carry, and maneuver tools and equipment, including extension ladders, up to 100 lbs.
Ability to bend, kneel, crouch, crawl, reach into confined spaces, and perform twisting, pushing, and pulling tasks.
Physical stamina for repetitive tasks and extended activity; ability to stand, sit, walk, and climb ladders throughout the day.
Ability to use vision, hearing, and verbal communication continuously.
Ability to operate work-related equipment such as iPads, cell phones, and computers.
Ability to travel to customer sites as needed and occasionally work in an office environment.
Ability to follow applicable safety procedures.

Nice To Haves

A Journeyman’s License may be required in some states.
State-specific licenses may be required.

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.
Accurately document service details using company-provided iPads and complete service records in English.
Maintain the company vehicle, tools, and parts inventory to high standards.
Communicate service needs, equipment issues, work status, and safety procedures to customers, dispatch, supervisors, and team members.
Identify additional service opportunities and share them with customers.
Read and interpret job-related technical instructions, schematics, work plans, and safety information.
Travel to customer sites and follow applicable safety procedures.

Benefits

Sign-on bonus of up to $3,000 for qualified candidates.
Seasonal bonuses.
Fully equipped company vehicle and gas card.
Dispatched directly from home.
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 plus paid time off.
Exclusive discounts on travel, auto, dining, and more.