HVAC Refrigeration Service Technician

Nextech•Columbia, MO

35d

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 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 is dispatched from home and includes paid port-to-port travel in a company-provided vehicle. Technicians document service details using company-provided iPads, maintain their vehicle, tools, and parts inventory, communicate with customers and coworkers about service needs and work status, identify additional service opportunities, and follow safety procedures. The work is physically active and requires travel to customer sites, including safely working at heights and handling tools and equipment.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
At least 2 years of recent experience as an HVAC/R field technician.
EPA certification and a 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 the position’s essential duties, including explaining service findings, understanding job-related questions and safety instructions, interpreting technical information, and completing service records.
May require a Journeyman's License in some states.
May require state-specific licenses.
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.
Ability to maintain physical stamina and endurance 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.

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 accurately 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 of up to $3,000 for qualified candidates.
Eligibility for seasonal bonuses.
Fully equipped company van and gas card.
Dispatched directly from home.
Paid port-to-port travel.
Tool allowance.
Paid training and certification support.
Education reimbursement.
Multiple health plans, including a free employee-only option.
Dental and vision coverage starting after 30 days.
Free life insurance equal to the employee’s 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 other offerings.