HVAC Assistant PreApril 2026

Bellows Plumbing, Heating, Cooling & Electrical; Santa Cruz (CA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Orthodontia

Holiday Pay

Sick Pay

401K with 4% Company Match

Vacation

Training

Family Friendly Hours

Positive Work Environment

Growth Potential

Job summary

Bellows Plumbing, Heating, Cooling & Electrical is hiring a full-time HVAC apprentice/helper. The ideal candidate is a hard worker, quick learner, and maintains a positive attitude while working under pressure.

The role supports an HVAC Installer with installation of equipment in residences across the Santa Cruz area. Preference given to applicants with HVAC experience; must be able to lift 75 lbs, have a valid California driver license, and operate in various environments, including attics and

Qualifications

• Ability to lift and carry 75 pounds.
• Clean DMV and California driver's license.
• Ability to work in confined spaces, crawl spaces and attics.
• Ability to work in extreme temperatures.
• Must meet physical and stressful demands.

Responsibilities

• Assist HVAC Installer or Lead Installer with installation of HVAC equipment in residences.
• Support installation team across South Bay areas.
• Adapt to changing job sites and schedules.

Skills

Fluent English

Strong communication

Attention to detail

Team player

Punctual and reliable

Fast learner

Able to take directions

Strong work ethic

Problem solving

Job description

Bellows Plumbing, Heating, Cooling & Electrical has a full time positions available for a HVAC apprentice and helper. The ideal candidate will not only be a hard worker but also be a quick learner with a positive attitude who can work under pressure. This position assists an HVAC Installer or Lead Installer with installing of HVAC equipment in residences throughout the South Bay.

Preference given to applicants with experience in HVAC

Requirements:

• Able to lift and carry 75 pounds
• Ability to work in confined space, crawl spaces and attics
• Ability to work in extreme temperature environments
• Ability to meet physical and stressful demands of job
• Strong manual dexterity
• Strong Work Ethic
• Ability to problem solve
• Ability to work at constantly changing work site
• Punctual and reliable
• Fast Learner
• Able to take directions
• Clean DMV, California Driver License
• Clean and neat appearance
• Fluent English
• Strong communication skills
• Attention to detail
• Team player
• Drug-free
• Working environments vary from working in indoor spaces to outdoor spaces with exposure to dust and other particulates

Bellows offers:

• Generous Pay depending on experience
• Benefits (medical, dental, orthodontia)
• Holiday Pay
• Sick Pay
• 401K with 4% Company Match
• Chiropractic benefits
• Vacation
• Training
• Family Friendly Hours
• Positive Work Environment
• Growth Potential

We care about our customers and we care about our team. Come work for a company that respects its employees for their individual talents and abilities!

Bellows Plumbing, Heating, Cooling & Electrical is an opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation.