HVAC Lead Installer (HVAC/R Installer)
Location: Portland, OR
Job Type: Full-Time
Company: HireAligned
Salary: $43-$48
Category: General
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HVAC Lead Installer (HVAC/R Installer)
If you are an experienced HVAC professional seeking to advance your career, the role of HVAC Lead Installer (HVAC/R Installer) offers an exciting opportunity to take on a pivotal leadership position within a forward-thinking organization committed to sustainability and climate change solutions. This full-time role centers on residential HVAC installation, system upgrades, and process improvement, with a clear focus on heat pump technology. Reporting to company leadership, the HVAC Lead Installer (HVAC/R Installer) will serve as the primary technical expert on the install team, overseeing, mentoring, and training junior HVAC Technicians while collaborating closely with engineering teams to refine installation practices.
As an HVAC Lead Installer (HVAC/R Installer), you will remove existing gas furnace systems and expertly install new heat pump units, ensuring all work meets or exceeds industry standards and adheres to current building codes. This position provides an opportunity to shape the future of residential HVAC practices by offering feedback to product and engineering teams, contributing to the continuous improvement of both products and installation processes. In this role, you will also be responsible for delivering exceptional customer service, ensuring clients' needs are addressed with professionalism and technical expertise.
Successful candidates will have a proven track record in HVAC installation, including prior experience in a team lead capacity. Industry certifications such as NATE, Section 608, and BPI are highly valued, as is a strong working knowledge of residential HVAC systems and the ability to interpret blueprints, schematics, and local building regulations. A commitment to safety is essential, as the HVAC Lead Installer (HVAC/R Installer) must adhere to all OSHA standards, including Electrical and Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) procedures.
Join a company where your contributions directly support both technical excellence and environmental responsibility. You will enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including dental, vision, and life insurance, health insurance with significant employer contributions, educational support, parental leave top-up, provided tools and uniforms, lunch benefits, and a robust retirement savings program. This in-person, full-time role offers a supportive environment that prioritizes your growth and career progression within the residential HVAC industry.
If you are motivated to lead, innovate, and make a real difference in the field of HVAC installation, apply now by clicking the job application button below.
HVAC Lead Installer (HVAC/R Installer) - Summary- Lead and oversee residential HVAC installations, focusing on heat pump systems
- Mentor and train less experienced HVAC Technicians
- Collaborate with engineering teams for process and product improvement
- Ensure all work complies with industry standards and safety regulations
- Deliver high-quality customer service throughout the installation process
- Remove existing gas furnace and HVAC equipment
- Install and test new heat pump systems for proper operation
- Perform routine maintenance, including cleaning and filter replacement
- Interpret blueprints, schematics, and building codes
- Collaborate with technicians and engineering teams to improve products and processes
- Provide technical guidance and training to install crew members
- Ensure compliance with OSHA Electrical and Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) standards
- Address client questions and concerns, ensuring customer satisfaction
- Competitive hourly pay commensurate with experience
- Dental, vision, and life insurance premiums fully covered
- Health insurance with substantial employer contribution
- Educational support and ongoing training opportunities
- Parental leave top-up provided
- Company-provided tools and uniforms
- Lunch provided during workdays
- 401(k) retirement program available
- Extensive experience in residential HVAC installation
- Previous leadership or team lead experience in HVAC projects
- NATE and Section 608 certification preferred
- BPI certification a plus
- Ability to read and interpret blueprints and schematics
- Familiarity with local building codes and regulations
- Excellent problem-solving, communication, and customer service skills
- Strict adherence to OSHA safety standards
- Detail-oriented, with a strong focus on safety and quality
- Proactive leader who thrives in a collaborative team environment
- Passionate about sustainability and climate change solutions
- Skilled at training and mentoring junior technicians
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
- Company committed to innovation in residential HVAC and environmental responsibility
- In-person, full-time employment
- Supportive team environment with opportunities for career advancement
- Located in a vibrant area offering a dynamic work experience
Take your HVAC career to the next level as an HVAC Lead Installer (HVAC/R Installer) by applying today. Click the application button to join our mission-driven team and help shape the future of the industry.