Service Excellence HVAC​/R Lead Technician - Milwaukee, WI

Service Excellence HVAC/R Lead Technician - Milwaukee, WI

Budderfly is a fast‑growth, private equity‑backed energy management outsourcing company committed to reducing global carbon emissions for small to medium‑sized enterprises. We partner with restaurants, assisted‑living facilities, retail franchises, and more, installing and managing patented technologies and software to deliver complete energy‑saving solutions.

We are looking for a motivated individual to fill the Service Excellence HVAC/R Lead Technician role. The successful candidate will lead maintenance and optimization of Budderfly HVAC units, ensuring they run at optimal efficiency across the Milwaukee area.

• Ensure continued excellent operation of Budderfly HVAC units within the geographic area; maintain and repair heating, ventilation, air‑conditioning, and refrigeration (HVAC/R) systems and equipment.
• Identify maintenance risks on HVAC/R equipment.
• Diagnose electrical and mechanical faults for HVAC/R systems.
• Complete commissioning checks of HVAC units to ensure continued efficient operation, including HVAC RTU controller configuration.
• Provide physical maintenance: change filters, clean coils, inspect/replace belts, and inspect units for mechanical failures.
• Respond to emergency service calls during nights and weekends when on‑call.
• Clean, adjust, and repair systems and perform warranty services.
• Perform emergency repairs promptly and efficiently.
• Keep daily logs and records of all functions in the company work‑order system.
• Ensure compliance with applicable state and federal standards and the Occupational Health and Safety Act.
• Comply with service standards, work instructions, and customer requirements.
• Assist with customer queries.

• 5+ years of experience as a service technician on HVAC/R systems.
• HVAC controls experience; familiarity with Lennox Core Controllers and Carrier System Vu controllers is a benefit.
• Ability to recognize control and mechanical issues before they compound.
• Enjoys continuous learning, supported by the organization, both technically and professionally.
• Desire to grow professionally beyond routine tasks.
• Desire to help shape a developing team with fellow HVAC/R technicians in the area.
• Customer‑ and safety‑focused individual.
• Ability to travel within Milwaukee, WI areas.
• Flexibility to work weekends and be available for on‑call duties, including nights and weekends.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work across organizational teams.

Milwaukee, Wisconsin. The role focuses on managing the fleet of Budderfly HVAC units in the local area.

$25 – $45 USD. Compensation is based on level of experience, skill set, qualifications, and location.

• Career advancement opportunities in a fast‑growing, supportive company environment.
• Competitive pay.
• Full benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401(k), life insurance, and disability insurance.
• Opportunity to work as part of a team that values its members and works together to achieve positive change.

Budderfly is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, citizenship status, age, national origin, ancestry, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected status, and to affirmatively seek to advance the principles of equal employment opportunity.

We welcome all job seekers, including those with disabilities. If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access the Company's career web page as a result of your disability.

Senior level:
Mid‑Senior;

Employment type:

Full‑time;
Job function:
Other;
Industries:
Facilities Services.