Charleston | Field Tech

axisair-careers; Ladson (SC); On-site; USD 39,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Team Ownership Program

Overtime Opportunities

Job summary

Axis Portable Air is seeking a skilled HVAC technician to install, service, and repair portable HVAC equipment for customer sites and events. You will lead maintenance tasks, diagnose issues, and ensure equipment is rent-ready while mentoring junior technicians and maintaining detailed job notes with the team.

The role requires 3+ years in HVAC and EPA Type 2 or Universal certification, with strong driving skills and the ability to work in varied environments, indoors and outdoors, including

Qualifications

• 3+ years in HVAC installation, maintenance, or repair (portable/commercial preferred).
• EPA certification required (Type 2 or Universal).
• Proficient with electrical meters, vacuum pumps, refrigerant equipment, combustion analyzers, and torches.

Responsibilities

• Lead setup, maintenance, and repair of portable HVAC equipment at customer sites.
• Perform preventative maintenance, inspections, and troubleshooting to ensure rent-ready condition.
• Receive equipment at warehouse, operate forklift, and maintain accurate inventory.

Skills

HVAC Installation

Preventive Maintenance

Diagnostics & Troubleshooting

Electrical Diagnostics

Mentoring/Team Leadership

Strong Communication

Commercial Driving

Education

EPA Refrigerant Certification (Type 2 or Universal)

Tools

Electrical meters

Vacuum pumps

Refrigerant retrieval equipment

Combustion analyzers

Oxygen acetylene torches

Job description

Axis Portable Air is the industry’s most disruptive and fastest-growing equipment rental company. We deliver and install portable HVAC equipment across the nation, powered by our rapidly growing network of over 45 offices.

Our secret? A people-first culture that rewards teamwork, work-ethic, and taking ownership—literally. With our Team Ownership Program, every employee receives $10,000 in annual company profit units each year making them an owner of the business. When the company wins, you win too.

Job Type: Full-Time, Hourly, Overtime Opportunities
Pay Range: $28.00 - $40.00 per hour based upon experience

What You’ll Do

• Install, Service & Repair Equipment: Lead the setup, maintenance, and repair of portable HVAC equipment at customer sites for emergency or scheduled events, ensuring optimal performance.


• Diagnose, Repair & Maintain: Conduct maintenance tasks, from preventative measures to annual inspections, while also troubleshooting and repairing damaged equipment to ensure it is rent-ready.


• Manage Warehouse Operations: Receive equipment at the company warehouse, operate a forklift to handle materials, and maintain accurate inventory to ensure seamless operations.


• Mentor & Lead: Guide junior technicians, sharing your expertise to help the team grow and succeed, while taking on more complex projects that require advanced HVAC knowledge.


• Work With Your Team: Track activity and progress by communicating detailed job notes and updates with your team, keeping everything organized using company-provided technology.


• Uphold Our Standard: Keep equipment clean, vehicles organized and adhere to our professional uniform standards while delivering industry-leading customer service.

What It Takes

• Experience: 3+ years in HVAC installation, maintenance, or repair, ideally with portable or commercial systems (1+ years as a Delivery & Install Technician or similar role preferred).


• Technical Experience: Proficient with electrical meters, vacuum pumps, refrigerant retrieval equipment, combustion analyzers, and oxygen acetylene torches.


• Certification: Must be EPA certified (Type 2 or Universal) to handle refrigerants.


• Electrical Diagnostics: Able to diagnose low-voltage and high-voltage electrical circuits.


• Wiring Expertise: Understand, interpret, and diagnose line and low voltage wiring schematics accurately.


• Fuel System Skills (Preferred): Experienced in diagnosing and adjusting natural gas, LP gas, and fuel oil-fired equipment.


• A Desire to Grow: Strong desire to deepen your expertise in HVAC diagnostics, service, and responsibilities, taking on more complex challenges with each year of employment.


• Driving Experience: 2 + years of commercial driving experience preferred; experience in box-trucks, sprinter vans and experience pulling a trailer is preferred. A 5-year clean driving record is required.


• DOT Medical Card: The ability to obtain and maintain a DOT medical card.


• Physical Demands: You’ll work indoors and outdoors, often in extreme heat or cold, handling physical tasks such as lifting, pushing, or pulling 40+ lbs. and must be comfortable working on ladders.


• Communication Skills: Be an effective communicator with strong problem-solving abilities and a professional demeanor, capable of mentoring others and interacting with clients.


• Technology Skills: Comfortable with mobile devices, tablets, and laptops; able to navigate apps, complete digital records, and communicate with customers and team members.

When & Where You’ll Work

• Weekly Schedule & On-Call Requirements: You’ll have a regular schedule and be required to have availability for rotating on-call shifts — including emergency client requests on nights, weekends, and holidays.


• Seasonal Demand: Expect more overtime opportunities during peak summer/winter seasons, and be ready for emergencies like wildfires, hurricanes, heat waves, and winter storms. This is when customers need us most, and the whole team jumps in to help.


• On the Road: You’ll transport equipment to customer sites—whether it’s a quick local drop-off or a multi-hour trip—either solo or with a teammate.


• Varied Work Environments: You’ll work in places such as retail stores to more challenging environments like construction projects and manufacturing plants. Time installing, servicing, or repairing equipment can take anywhere from a few minutes to a full day.


• Warehouse: When not on the road, you’ll be at the branch, testing, repairing, and prepping equipment, ensuring it’s ready for the next job.