Service Manager I - HVAC

Modigent • Albuquerque, NM

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

As a Service Manager, you'll provide senior leadership and operational oversight for a team of service technicians and engineers, delivering exceptional quality, safety, and customer satisfaction on commercial HVAC, controls, plumbing, or mechanical service projects. Working closely with division leadership, you'll drive team performance, manage resources, ensure projects meet scope, schedule, budget, and quality standards, and foster a high-performing, collaborative culture that supports client success and company growth. Our people-first approach empowers your leadership with professional development, cross-functional partnerships, and the opportunity to build strong teams that provide reliable, sustainable service solutions nationwide at any of our operating companies.

Requirements

• 5+ years of direct supervisory or management experience in commercial HVAC, controls, plumbing, or mechanical service
• Strong technical background in the trade (HVAC/controls experience a plus)
• High school diploma or GED required
• Relevant trade certifications (e.g., EPA 608, NATE, OSHA 30-hour) a plus
• Valid driver's license and clean driving record required
• Strong leadership, team building, coaching, mentoring, and performance management abilities.
• Excellent verbal and written communication, problem-solving, and time management skills.
• Proficiency in service/project management tools, reporting, budgeting, and resource forecasting.
• Technical knowledge of commercial HVAC/controls/plumbing systems and service best practices.
• Ability to multitask, manage risks/issues, and maintain high customer focus in a fast-paced environment.
• Microsoft Office proficiency; familiarity with CRM, scheduling, or service management software preferred.

Nice To Haves

• Associate or bachelor’s degree in business, construction management, engineering, or related field preferred.
• HVAC/controls experience a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead, manage, and motivate a team of service technicians and engineers to achieve safety, quality, and service delivery goals while maintaining strict adherence to safety standards.
• Provide hands-on leadership, coaching, mentoring, and supervision to build team capability, resolve issues, and promote excellence in execution.
• Oversee all aspects of service operations, including planning, scheduling, resource allocation, vendor relationships, fleet management, budgeting, risk/issue management, and change control.
• Ensure service projects run according to scope, schedule, budget, and quality standards; monitor progress and provide monthly performance reports against plan to leadership.
• Collaborate with sales, estimating, and operations teams to support proposal development, job walks, technical input, and customer solutions that minimize downtime.
• Coordinate technical support, troubleshooting, and maintenance for systems (e.g., BMS, automation controls, HVAC equipment); visit key/high-profile customers regularly to ensure expectations are met.
• Manage team development: recruit, interview, hire, train, evaluate performance, and support career growth for service staff.
• Maintain accurate reporting on project milestones, risks, issues, and performance; communicate updates across all levels of leadership.
• Establish and mature practices, templates, policies, tools, and partnerships to enhance service capabilities and operational efficiency.
• Champion safety, quality, and customer service; participate in establishing and implementing standards, inspections, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• HSA options with employer contributions in select plans
• Company-paid basic life and accidental death & dismemberment insurance
• Paid time off
• Holiday pay
• 401(k) retirement savings plan
• Professional development through hands-on training, mentorship, apprenticeships, certifications, and clear career advancement paths
• Competitive compensation based on experience and level
• Opportunities for performance incentives
• Tool allowances where applicable

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: High school or GED