HVAC Refrigeration Service Technician

Nextech•Jackson, MI

About The Position

Nextech is hiring an HVAC/R Technician to provide reliable, high-quality service to commercial clients. The role includes diagnosing and repairing HVAC/R systems and their electrical, mechanical, and electronic components; performing installations, maintenance, and emergency service; and participating in after-hours on-call rotations. Technicians document service details using company-provided iPads, maintain company vehicles, tools, and parts inventory, communicate with customers and internal teams, and identify additional service opportunities. The position offers a company vehicle and gas card, dispatch directly from home, paid port-to-port travel, a tool allowance, paid training, certification support, education reimbursement, and eligibility for sign-on and seasonal bonuses. Compensation is $25.00–$45.00 per hour. Benefits include health plan options, dental and vision coverage, life insurance, a 401(k) with company match, optional supplemental insurance, paid holidays, paid time off, and discounts. This is a physically active field role involving work at heights, lifting and maneuvering equipment, varied physical movements, travel to customer sites, and occasional work in an office environment. The technician must follow applicable safety procedures. 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 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 service explanations, work updates, safety instructions, technical information, and 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 for repetitive tasks and extended activity, and 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.
May require a Journeyman's License in some states.
May require state-specific licenses.

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, 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.
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.