HVAC Install Manager

Gilder Search Group; Sanford (FL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

401(k) with Company Match

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Professional Development & Leadership 

Long-term Career Growth

Job summary

Gilder Search Group is seeking an experienced HVAC Install Manager in Sanford, FL to lead our North Orlando installation team. You will coach technicians, manage scheduling, and drive safety and quality across all projects to deliver a world-class customer experience.

Ideal candidates have 5+ years leading residential HVAC installs, strong leadership, and a track record of improving performance. ServiceTitan experience and EPA certification are a plus. A company vehicle is provided.

Qualifications

• Requires proven leadership of residential HVAC installation teams.
• Strong knowledge of residential HVAC installation practices and equipment.
• Experience managing schedules, labor, and performance metrics.
• Customer-focused mindset with emphasis on quality workmanship.

Responsibilities

• Lead, coach, and develop a team of residential HVAC Install Technicians.
• Manage daily operations of the installation department, including scheduling, manpower planning, and workflow.
• Ensure installations are completed safely, efficiently, and to quality standards.
• Conduct ride-alongs and site inspections to ensure quality.

Skills

Team leadership

Scheduling

Customer service

Communication

Safety adherence

Education

EPA Certification

Tools

ServiceTitan

Job description

HVAC Install Manager

Location: Sanford, FL

One of Florida's largest residential HVAC contractors, is looking for an experienced HVAC Install Manager to lead our North Orlando installation team. This is an excellent opportunity for a proven leader who enjoys developing people, driving operational excellence, and ensuring an exceptional customer experience.

If you're passionate about coaching technicians, improving performance, and building a winning culture, we'd love to hear from you.

What You'll Do

• Lead, coach, and develop a team of residential HVAC Install Technicians.
• Manage the daily operations of the installation department, including scheduling, manpower planning, and workflow.
• Ensure installations are completed safely, efficiently, and to company quality standards.
• Conduct ride-alongs, job site inspections, and quality assurance visits.
• Monitor department performance including productivity, callbacks, labor efficiency, and customer satisfaction.
• Partner with Sales, Service, Dispatch, Warehouse, and Operations to ensure seamless project execution.
• Recruit, hire, onboard, and develop installation team members.
• Provide ongoing coaching, training, and performance management.
• Ensure compliance with all safety policies, building codes, and company procedures.
• Resolve escalated customer concerns while maintaining a world-class customer experience.
• Foster a culture of accountability, teamwork, and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Previous leadership experience managing residential HVAC installation teams.
• Strong knowledge of residential HVAC installation practices and equipment.
• Proven ability to lead, motivate, and develop high-performing teams.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Experience managing schedules, labor, and operational performance metrics.
• Strong customer service mindset with a focus on quality workmanship.
• Valid driver's license with a clean driving record.

Preferred Qualifications

• 5+ years of residential HVAC experience.
• Previous experience as an Install Manager, Installation Supervisor, or Field Operations Manager.
• Experience using ServiceTitan or similar field service software is preferred.
• EPA Certification is a plus.

Compensation

• Base Salary: $70,000 - $75,000
• 15% Annual Performance Bonus
• Company Vehicle

Benefits

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• Professional Development & Leadership Training
• Long-term Career Growth

The compensation for this position is expected to range between $70,000 - $75,000 per year. This range is a good-faith estimate, based on the qualifications necessary for the position, including experience, training, and other considerations permitted by law. Factors that may be used when making an offer may include a candidate’s skills, experience, the expected quality and quantity of work, and internal pay alignment, as needed.

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other characteristic protected by law.

Employee(s) will be required to follow any other job‑related instructions and to perform any other job‑related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments.