Lead Installer, Commercial HVAC
Listed on 2026-03-10
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Trades / Skilled Labor
HVAC Tech / Heating Engineer, Installation Technician
We’re seeking an experienced and highly skilled Lead HVAC Installer to oversee installation projects, guide installation teams, and ensure exceptional workmanship on commercial HVAC systems. This role is ideal for someone who thrives on technical precision, leadership, and delivering high quality customer experience.
ResponsibilitiesInstallation & Technical Work
- Lead the installation of HVAC systems, including RTUs, Split-Systems, Chillers, Boilers, Cooling Towers, ductwork, ventilation systems, and related components
- Install HVAC systems and assist installers in the work as needed
- Interpret blueprints, schematics, and technical diagrams to plan and execute installations
- Perform system start-ups, testing, and commissioning to ensure proper operation
- Troubleshoot installation-related issues and provide effective solutions
- Ensure all work meets local, state, and federal codes, as well as company standards
Leadership & Project Management
- Supervise and mentor installation technicians and apprentices
- Assign daily tasks, manage workflow, and ensure projects stay on schedule
- Coordinate with project managers, builders, and customers to maintain clear communication
- Conduct quality checks throughout installation phases
- Maintain accurate documentation, including job notes, material usage, and system specifications
Customer Interaction
- Communicate professionally with internal team, contractors, and clients
- Explain system operation, maintenance requirements, and warranty information
- Address customer questions or concerns with clarity and confidence
Safety & Compliance
- Enforce safety protocols and ensure team adherence to OSHA and company safety standards
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe job site
- Ensure proper handling and disposal of refrigerants and other materials
- 5 plus years of HVAC installation experience, with at least 1–2 years in a lead or senior role
- EPA Section 608 Certification (required)
- HVAC technical school training or equivalent field experience
- Strong understanding of HVAC installation best practices, codes, and regulations
- Ability to read and interpret blueprints and technical documents
- Valid driver’s license and clean driving record
- Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills
- Ability to lift 50+ pounds and work in various environments (attics, crawl spaces, outdoors)
Preferred Qualifications
- 10 plus preferred of HVAC installation experience, with at least 1–2 years in a lead or senior role
- Experience with high-efficiency systems, smart thermostats, and modern HVAC technologies
- Experience with commercial installations
ABM (NYSE: ABM) is one of the world’s largest providers of integrated facility, engineering, and infrastructure solutions. Every day, our over 100,000 team members deliver essential services that make spaces cleaner, safer, and efficient, enhancing the overall occupant experience.
ABM serves a wide range of market sectors including commercial real estate, aviation, education, mission critical, and manufacturing and distribution. With over $8 billion in annual revenue and a blue-chip client base, ABM delivers innovative technologies and sustainable solutions that enhance facilities and empower clients to achieve their goals. Committed to creating smarter, more connected spaces, ABM is investing in the future to meet evolving challenges and build a healthier, thriving world.
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