HVAC Service Technician

Blazer Heating, Air & Plumbing•Mechanicsville, IA

About The Position

Southern Home Services is seeking an HVAC Service Technician for Blazer Heating, Air & Plumbing. The technician services, maintains, and repairs heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems in residential and commercial settings. The role includes diagnosing system issues, performing routine and emergency repairs, and ensuring that systems operate efficiently and safely. Technicians interact with customers to explain problems and solutions, follow safety regulations, and maintain a clean, organized work environment. Duties may also include inspections, adjustments, upgrades, and maintaining detailed service records. The position focuses on service work on residential HVAC systems, providing customers with professional recommendations, and completing assigned duties. It requires physical work in indoor and outdoor environments, including attics and crawlspaces, and regular exposure to extreme temperatures and adverse weather. Southern Home Services will make reasonable accommodations to enable employees to perform essential job functions. The role offers year-round work, pay incentives, weekly pay, paid time off and holidays, medical, dental, and vision benefits, a company-matched 401(k), a company-provided vehicle, employee discounts, flexible schedules, training, and growth plans. Advertised pay includes base pay plus average location SPIFFs/commissions. This is a non-exempt position.

Requirements

3–5+ years of HVAC experience, preferably focused on residential markets.
EPA Certification.
Valid driver’s license and at least three years of driving experience.
Strong troubleshooting and critical-thinking skills to resolve complex HVAC issues.
Positive attitude and commitment to high-quality workmanship.
Exceptional customer service skills and ability to address diverse client needs.
Ability to interact professionally with individuals at all organizational levels.
Flexible, innovative team player who can adapt to dynamic environments and new challenges.
Ability to lift 50 pounds regularly and up to 100 pounds occasionally.
Ability to climb ladders; access attics; navigate tight spaces and crawlspaces; drive; push, carry, and pull; use hand tools; and perform fine detail work.
Ability to stand, walk, sit, talk, hear, handle or feel objects or controls, reach with hands and arms, and regularly stoop, kneel, bend, and crouch.
Ability to work indoors and outdoors, including in attics and crawlspaces, and tolerate extreme indoor and outdoor temperatures and adverse weather conditions.

Responsibilities

Clean, adjust, and repair HVAC systems, including air handling units, ductwork, vents, and condensation drainage.
Diagnose and perform service work on residential HVAC systems to ensure optimal performance.
Provide HVAC solutions to customers, address their needs, and offer professional recommendations.
Perform additional duties as assigned.
Explain system problems and solutions to customers, follow safety regulations, and maintain a clean and organized work environment.
Conduct system inspections, adjustments, or upgrades and maintain detailed records of service performed as needed.