HVAC Refrigeration Service Technician

Nextech • Los Angeles, CA

20d

About The Position

Nextech is hiring an HVAC/R Technician to provide reliable, high-quality service to commercial clients. The role involves troubleshooting, repairing, installing, and maintaining HVAC/R systems, including their electrical, mechanical, and electronic components. Technicians perform emergency service and may participate in after-hours on-call rotations. They document service details using company-provided iPads, maintain their company vehicle, tools, and parts inventory, and communicate with customers, dispatch, supervisors, and team members about service needs, equipment issues, work status, and safety procedures. The position also includes identifying additional service opportunities and accurately interpreting technical instructions and safety information.

Technicians are dispatched from home and receive a fully equipped company van and gas card. Port-to-port travel time is paid. Nextech offers paid training, certification support, education reimbursement, and a tool allowance. Compensation is listed at $23.00 to $45.00 per hour, with qualified candidates eligible for a sign-on bonus of up to $3,000 and seasonal bonuses.

This is a physically active role requiring travel to customer sites, work at heights, handling tools and equipment, and performing repeated movement and extended activity. The position may also occasionally require work in an office environment. 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 in spoken and written English to perform 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.
• 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.

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.
• 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 time.
• 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED