Refrigeration/HVAC Lead Technician

Job Description

Job Description

Commercial Refrigeration/HVAC Service Technician

First-Year Earning Potential: $80K–$120K+ (Up to $140K Based on Experience)
Location: New Hampshire Area
Full-Time | Non-Union | 100% Commercial Repair/Service Focus

About Us

We're a fast-growing, family-owned HVAC/R company serving New England with a fun, stable, entrepreneurial culture. We prioritize work/life balance, long-term relationships, and excellent service for hospitality clients (90% multi-unit restaurants). Join our team of 12–13 field techs as we expand to 20 by spring—operating ME through RI.

What You'll Do

• Perform full AC, heating, and refrigeration services: leak detection, charging/recovering refrigerant, measuring system parameters (pressures, temperatures, CFM), and electrical diagnostics (low/high voltage).
• Diagnose issues, make recommendations, and ensure compliance with federal/state/local codes and safety measures.
• Collaborate with inspectors, suppliers, co-workers, supervisors, dispatchers, and customers for seamless repairs/replacements/installs.
• Train helpers as needed; maintain positive attitude and composure under pressure.
• Handle 3–5 visits/day; work indoors/outdoors in extreme temperatures.

What We're Looking For

• High school diploma or GED.
• 5+ years experience
• Proven refrigeration background (e.g., shake machines? Bonus points!).
• Commercial service experience; lead-level proficiency preferred.
• EPA Section 608 certification (Type II).
• Excellent communication/customer service; tech-savvy with email, messaging, and apps.
• Self-motivated, dependable, year-round availability; able to prioritize and handle upset customers.
• Valid driver's license; must pass drug test, background check.
• Willingness for 24/7 on-call (1 week every 6 weeks; $150/week stipend).

What We Offer

• $50–$60/hr for top refrigeration techs.
• Company vehicle, fuel card, uniforms.
• Health, dental, vision, life insurance.
• 401(k) with matching.
• Paid vacation/sick leave (PTO).
• Generous benefits and growth opportunities.