Assistant HVAC/R Technician (Dallas, TX)-Sign-On Bonus$$$

Budderfly; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

All tools provided

Career advancement opportunities

Full benefits package including health

Competitive pay and retirement plan

Job summary

Budderfly is seeking an entry-level HVAC/R Service Assistant Technician for the Dallas, TX area (Energy Force LLC). You will ensure efficient operation of Budderfly HVAC units, perform preventive maintenance, diagnose issues, and support on-site service tasks. The role emphasizes safety, reliability, and customer satisfaction.

The position offers career growth, full benefits, and the opportunity to work with an energetic team dedicated to energy savings and environmental impact.

Qualifications

• It is desirable to have a trade school diploma and HVAC exposure.
• Familiarity with HVAC controls such as Lennox Core Controllers or Carrier SystemVu is a bonus.
• Ability to travel within the region and surrounding states.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and repair Budderfly HVAC/R units across Dallas, TX region.
• Diagnose electrical and mechanical faults and perform commissioning checks.
• Provide routine maintenance: filters, coils, belts, inspections.
• Respond to on-call emergency service requests nights and weekends.
• Keep accurate logs in the work order system and ensure safety compliance.

Skills

HVAC field experience

HVAC controls experience

Travel ability

Customer and safety focused

Team collaboration

Education

Trade School Graduate

Tools

Lennox Core Controllers

Carrier SystemVu controllers

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.

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!

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. With zero upfront investment, 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. Ranked #2 in energy companies and #10 overall on the 2021 Inc. 5000 America's Fastest-Growing Private Companies list. 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 entry level opportunity for a motivated individual to fill the role of a HVAC/R Service Assistant Technician in Dallas, TX 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, Dallas, TX. 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 on nights and weekends (when on‑call)
• 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:

• Trade School Graduate
• Some HVAC Field Experience
• HVAC Controls experience. Familiarity with Lennox Core Controllers and Carrier SystemVu controllers is a benefit.
• 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.

What We Offer:

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

Compensation $20—$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