HVAC Refrigeration Service Technician

Nextech•North Platte, NE

55d

About The Position

Nextech is hiring an HVAC/R Technician to provide reliable, high-quality service to commercial clients. The role includes troubleshooting, repairing, installing, and performing preventive maintenance on HVAC/R systems and their electrical, mechanical, and electronic components. Technicians provide emergency service as needed, including participation in after-hours on-call rotations. The technician documents service details using company-provided iPads, maintains the company vehicle, tools, and parts inventory, and communicates with customers, dispatch, supervisors, and team members about service needs, equipment issues, work status, and safety procedures. The role also includes identifying additional service opportunities, interpreting technical instructions and safety information, and completing accurate service documentation. The position is physically active and involves travel to customer sites, working at heights, handling tools and equipment, and performing varied physical tasks. Occasional work in an office environment is also required. Nextech offers a company vehicle, paid port-to-port travel, a tool allowance, paid training, certification support, education reimbursement, benefits, and paid time off. A sign-on bonus of up to $3,000 and seasonal bonuses are available to qualified candidates.

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, interpreting 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 pounds.
Ability to bend, kneel, crouch, crawl, reach into confined spaces, and perform twisting, pushing, and pulling tasks.
Ability to maintain stamina for repetitive tasks and extended activity and to stand, sit, walk, and climb ladders throughout the day.
Ability to use vision, hearing, and verbal communication continuously and operate work-related equipment such as iPads, cell phones, and computers.

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.
Maintain the company vehicle, tools, and parts inventory.
Communicate with customers, dispatch, supervisors, and team members regarding 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.
Travel to customer sites as needed and follow applicable safety procedures.

Benefits

Sign-on bonus of up to $3,000 for qualified candidates.
Seasonal bonuses.
Fully equipped company van 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.