HVAC Refrigeration Service Technician

Nextech•Saint Joseph, MO

61d

About The Position

Nextech is hiring an HVAC/R Technician to provide reliable, high-quality service to commercial customers. The role involves troubleshooting, repairing, installing, and performing preventive maintenance on HVAC/R systems and their electrical, mechanical, and electronic components. Technicians document service work using company-provided iPads, maintain a company vehicle and inventory, communicate with customers and internal teams, and identify additional service opportunities. The position may include emergency work and after-hours on-call rotations, as well as overtime, weekend, or holiday work when needed. Technicians are dispatched from home and use a fully equipped company van with a gas card. The company offers paid port-to-port travel, a tool allowance, paid training, certification support, and education reimbursement. Compensation is listed at $30.00–$40.00 per hour, with a sign-on bonus of up to $3,000 for qualified candidates and eligibility for seasonal bonuses. This is a physically active position requiring travel to customer sites, work at heights, and the ability to lift and maneuver tools and equipment. Occasional work in an office environment is also required. Reasonable accommodations may be provided under the ADA if 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.
May require a Journeyman's License in some states and state-specific licenses as applicable.
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 customer and team updates, understanding job-related questions and safety instructions, interpreting technical information, and completing service records.
Ability to work safely 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.
Eligibility for seasonal bonuses.
Fully equipped company vehicle and gas card.
Dispatch 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 and paid time off.
Discounts on travel, auto, dining, and more.