HVAC Refrigeration Service Technician

Nextech • Trenton, NJ

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About The Position

Nextech is hiring an HVAC/R Service Technician to provide reliable, high-quality service to commercial clients. The technician diagnoses and repairs HVAC/R systems and their electrical, mechanical, and electronic components, and performs installations, preventive maintenance, and emergency service. The role includes after-hours on-call rotations as needed and requires accurate service documentation using company-provided iPads. Technicians maintain their company vehicle, tools, and parts inventory; communicate with customers, dispatch, supervisors, and team members about service needs, equipment issues, work status, and safety procedures; and identify additional service opportunities. The position requires reading and interpreting technical instructions and safety information and completing service records. Work includes travel to customer sites and occasional work in an office environment.

Nextech describes itself as a nationwide commercial HVAC/R service provider with more than 2,000 team members and over 30 years in business. The company advertises a sign-on bonus of up to $3,000 for qualified candidates, eligibility for seasonal bonuses, a fully equipped company van and gas card, home dispatch, paid port-to-port travel, a tool allowance, and paid training, certification support, and education reimbursement. Compensation is listed at $35–$38 per hour.

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 effectively in spoken and written English for essential job duties, including explaining service findings, understanding job-related questions and safety instructions, interpreting technical information, and completing 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 pounds.
• 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.
• Continuous use of vision, hearing, and verbal communication.
• 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, installations, 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 occasionally work in an office environment.
• 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 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