HVAC Refrigeration Service Technician

Nextech•Houston, TX

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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 technician documents service work using company-provided iPads, maintains a company vehicle, tools, and parts inventory, communicates with customers and internal teams about service needs, equipment issues, work status, and safety procedures, and identifies additional service opportunities. The position is dispatched directly from home, includes paid port-to-port travel, and requires travel to customer sites. It is physically active and may involve working at heights, handling heavy equipment, and occasionally working in an office environment.

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 to explain service findings, understand job-related questions and safety instructions, interpret technical information, and complete 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 and 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.
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 and complete accurate service documentation.
Travel to customer sites as needed and follow applicable safety procedures.

Benefits

Sign-on bonus up to $3,000 for qualified candidates.
Eligibility for 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.