Field HVAC Technician

axisair-careers; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 39,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Team Ownership Program

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k) with 5% match

Life insurance $50,000

Paid time off

Job summary

Axis Portable Air in Austin, TX is looking for a skilled HVAC technician to install, service, and repair portable HVAC equipment at customer sites, including emergencies. The role covers on-site work, warehouse duties, and on-call rotations.

You will mentor junior technicians, operate forklifts, and ensure rent-ready equipment. EPA Type 2 or Universal certification and a valid DOT medical card are required, with overtime during peak seasons.

Qualifications

• 3+ years in HVAC installation, maintenance, or repair.
• EPA Type 2 or Universal certification required.
• DOT medical card required.
• 2+ years driving commercial vehicles; clean record.
• Able to lift 40+ lbs and work in varied conditions.
• Strong communication and mentoring skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead setup, maintenance, and repair of portable HVAC gear at customer sites.
• Diagnose and repair equipment to keep rent-ready.
• Manage warehouse: receive, forklift, and track inventory.
• Mentor junior technicians and take on complex projects.
• Record detailed job notes and communicate with team.
• Maintain equipment cleanliness and professional standards.

Skills

HVAC installation

Troubleshooting

Mentoring

Customer communication

Electrical diagnostics

Driving

Education

EPA Type 2 or Universal

DOT medical card

Tools

Electrical meters

Vacuum pumps

Refrigerant retrieval

Combustion analyzers

Oxygen acetylene torches

Forklift operation

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—and we’re just getting started.

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.

Why Join Axis?

• You Can Be an Owner: Each year you will receive $10,000 in annual profit units through our Team Ownership Program —when Axis wins, you win.
• Hard Work Is Rewarded: The busier we are, the more you earn through various incentive programs. If you’re looking for a place where your work ethic is truly recognized, you’ve found it.
• You Can Grow With Us: In 2022, Axis had 5 branches and 5 management roles. In 2025, it has 35 branches and 60 management positions—explosive growth with no end in sight. We’re redefining what’s available for those who work hard and are a great teammate to those around them. Join us, and you’ll find clear career paths, a dynamic culture, and real advancement opportunities—whether you aim to lead a team, manage a branch, try a new department/role, or even relocate to another Axis office across the US. Add shared monthly bonuses and a culture that celebrates your hard work, and the question isn’t if you’ll grow, but how far. We are growing. Will you grow with us?
• You're Guaranteed Top-Tier Benefits: At Axis, we prioritize the well-being of you and your family by covering 100% of the monthly premiums for full-time employees' medical, dental, vision, and short-term disability insurance. To ensure affordability, we also cap the monthly premium costs for employees requiring dependent or family coverage. You’ll start with 2 weeks of paid time off annually, which increases with your tenure. You will also be eligible to participate in our 401(K) plan from day one, with the company matching up to 5% of your contributions. Additionally, we provide $50,000 in company-paid life insurance.

Axis Portable Air does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, sex, age, disability, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, citizenship status, political affiliation, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factor.