ENTRY LEVEL HVAC TECHNICIAN

American AC Heat & Plumbing•Hawthorne, CA

5d•$45,000 - $85,000•Onsite

About The Position

American AC Heat & Plumbing is hiring an entry-level HVAC Technician for residential service work in the Los Angeles area. The company offers a paid, seven-week training program; no prior experience is necessary. After initial training, technicians perform maintenance on heating and air-conditioning systems in customers’ homes, explain service, repair, and replacement options, and document work and recommendations. Technicians receive an hourly wage plus the opportunity to earn commissions. The company describes itself as an established, growing residential service business with more than 40 years of service and a team-oriented, customer-first culture.

Requirements

Strong customer service, communication, and people skills; a genuine and personable manner.
Ability to generate revenue from the service truck.
Valid California driver’s license and an acceptable driving record.
Pass a pre-employment drug screen and background check.
Maintain a well-groomed, clean-cut appearance; visible tattoos must be covered and facial piercings are not permitted.
Vision abilities including close, distance, color, and peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust and maintain focus.
Ability to work in and around residential homes, including on roofs, under houses, in attics, garages, and crawlspaces.
Ability to regularly use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear.
Ability to frequently stand, squat, lift, and move objects weighing 10–75 pounds.
Ability to occasionally ascend and descend ladders and maintain balance.

Responsibilities

Drive company vehicles to customers’ homes and perform maintenance on heating and/or air-conditioning systems.
Offer customers service, repair, or replacement options.
Document completed service and recommendations using a company iPad.
Attend weekly training meetings and continually increase industry knowledge.
Complete other tasks in accordance with the company job description for the position.
Keep the vehicle neat and organized.

Benefits

Seven-week paid training program, including paid classroom, technical, and sales training.
Technicians earn $22 per hour and are eligible for commissions; average pay for technicians with 1–3 years of experience is stated as $55,000–$85,000, depending on skill and performance.
Newer vehicles and equipment, take-home truck, and company gas card.
Work in the employee’s home area and surrounding neighborhood.
Growth opportunities and support.
Tools provided.
Uniforms and weekly laundry service.
Medical, dental, vision, and chiropractic insurance.
401(k) plan.
Paid time off (PTO).
Automatic payroll deposit and online payroll history.
Company events throughout the year, including games, picnics, banquets, award presentations, and an annual retreat.
Team-oriented environment with leadership and camaraderie.