Assistant HVAC/R Technician (Columbus, OH)-Sign-On Bonus$$$

Budderfly; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401K

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Job summary

Budderfly is seeking an HVAC/R Service Assistant Technician to maintain and repair Budderfly HVAC units in Columbus, OH and surrounding areas. The role requires hands-on technical work, controller checks, and the ability to travel within the region. You will be part of a fast-growing team focused on energy-saving solutions.

We expect a technical school graduate with HVAC/R experience, strong safety mindset, and good communication skills. OT opportunities and a supportive environment are offered.

Qualifications

• HVAC/R experience with controls preferred.
• Technical training or technical diploma required.
• Ability to detect issues early and prevent failures.
• Commitment to safety and quality standards.
• Strong communication and teamwork abilities.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain Budderfly HVAC/R units across the region.
• Diagnose electrical and mechanical faults in HVAC/R systems.
• Perform commissioning checks and adjust controllers.
• Replace filters, clean coils, and inspect belts as needed.
• Respond to emergencies and document work in logs.
• Ensure compliance with state/federal standards and safety rules.
• Assist customers and coordinate with the team.

Skills

HVAC Controls

Technical School

Issue recognition

Continuous learning

Career growth

Team collaboration

Customer focus

Travel willingness

Verbal & written skills

Education

Technical School

Job description

Saving the World! Help Wanted… Budderfly is a fast-growth, private equity-backed energy management outsourcing company that is committed to reducing global carbon emissions for small to medium sized enterprises. We are the premier sustainability partner for businesses with repeatable footprints such as restaurant chains, assisted living facilities, retail franchises, and more. Budderfly installs, monitors, and manages a combination of patented technologies, equipment upgrades, and proprietary energy software to help deliver complete energy saving solutions for our customers.

Celebrating 5 years on Inc. 5000 America's Fastest-Growing Private Companies list. Recognized in Time Magazine's Best Inventions of 2025.

We are an energetic and dedicated team working together to make a positive impact on the environment while providing an excellent customer experience. We are growing quickly and looking to add talented people who are passionate about making the world a better place!

We have an employment opportunity for a motivated individual to fill the role of a HVAC/R Service Assistant Technician in the Columbus, OH area (in our Energy Force LLC Division of Budderfly). In this position, the successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring optimal, efficient operation of the fleet of Budderfly HVAC Units.

Why this Role is Important

Budderfly installs a variety of advanced technologies to save energy on our customers' sites. Ensuring that these technologies operate efficiently and without issue is vital to the success the organization. This role is for a key player among the impactful team which is tasked with ensuring that these technologies continue to operate at the utmost efficiency while ensuring optimal customer satisfaction. HVAC Replacement with Ultra-High Efficient Units is the most recent endeavor initiated by Budderfly to save energy on our customers' sites. Ensuring that these HVAC units are properly maintained and retain the most efficient control parameters is vital to the success of this Replacement program. This role is a key player among the impactful team which is tasked with ensuring that these units continue to operate at the utmost efficiency.

Responsibilities

• Ensuring continued excellent operation of Budderfly HVAC Units within your geographic area. This includes maintaining and repairing heating, ventilation, air conditioning and refrigeration (HVAC/R) systems and equipment.
• Identifying maintenance risks on HVAC/R equipment.
• Diagnosing electrical and mechanical faults for HVAC/R systems.
• Completing commissioning checks of HVAC Units to ensure continued, efficient operation. This includes checking and correcting of HVAC RTU controller configurations in addition to the mechanical operation of the units.
• Providing physical maintenance to Budderfly HVAC Units. This includes, but is not limited to changing filters, cleaning coils, inspecting/replacing belts, and inspecting units for other mechanical failures.
• Responding to Emergency Service Calls
• Cleaning, adjusting, and repairing systems, and performing warranty services.
• Performing emergency repairs promptly and efficiently.
• Keeping daily logs and records of all functions in Company work order system.
• Ensuring compliance with applicable State and Federal standards and with the Occupational Health and Safety Act.
• Complying with service standards, work instructions and customers' requirements.
• Assisting with customers' queries.

Desired Skills and Experience

• HVAC Controls experience. Familiarity with Lennox Core Controllers and Carrier SystemVu controllers is a benefit.
• Technical School graduate.
• Ability to recognize control and mechanical issues prior to the issue(s) compounding.
• Enjoys continuous learning, as supported by your organization, both technically and professionally.
• Desire to grow professionally further than being "just a filter changer."
• Desire to help shape a developing team with fellow HVAC technicians in your area.
• Customer and safety focused individual.
• Ability to travel within the region and surrounding states.
• Excellent verbal and written skills.
• Work across / with organization Teams.

All tools and equipment required for daily work to be supplied by Budderfly.

A vehicle with maintenance and reimbursement will be supplied by Budderfly upon completion of training period.

OT and Travel opportunities to earn extra income

Location: Columbus, OH and surrounding areas.

Compensation

$18—$26 USD

Compensation is based on factors including level of experience, skillset, qualifications, and location.

What We Offer

• Career advancement opportunities in a fast-growing, supportive company environment
• Competitive pay
• Full benefits package including medical, dental, vison, 401K, 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.