HVAC Installation Technician

The Tustin Group; Fairfield (NJ); On-site; USD 52,000 - 88,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Health benefits

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Birthday leave

Company vehicle

Uniforms provided

Tool account

Team events

Job summary

The Tustin Group is seeking a tenured project technician to lead with our field team on HVAC projects. You will oversee installation, assembly, and replacement of HVAC equipment, ensuring adherence to plans and safety standards.

With 3–5 years of commercial experience and a valid driver’s license, you will coordinate material deliveries, manage job-site activities, and collaborate with the project manager to ensure timely completion and high customer satisfaction.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of experience, commercial experience preferred.
• Vocational or Associate Degree in mechanical systems, electronics, or similar field preferred.
• CFC License.
• Must have a valid driver’s license with good driving record for company vehicle.
• Flexible schedule and on-call rotation.
• Able to pass pre-employment substance screen and background check.
• Committed to delivering superior customer service.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate delivery of all material requirements for a job.
• Ensure proper care in equipment and supplies use/maintenance.
• Promote safety and environmental practices in the workplace.
• Install HVAC equipment per plans, drawings, and codes.
• Take measurements for sheet metal projects and design/install sheet metal apps.
• Install piping (copper, PVC, refrigerant) per piping practices.
• Liaise with project manager on job status/completion.
• Complete administrative paperwork related to jobs timely and accurately.

Skills

HVAC expertise

Customer service

On-call readiness

Valid driver’s license

Education

CFC License

Job description

We believe that long-term relationships are key to the greatest workplace experience. At The Tustin Group those relationships are built by keeping people informed. Transparency leads to teamwork pathing the way to trust, and “trust” is one of our top core values. Currently we are seeking a tenured project technician to lead with our field team.

Here’s what you can expect when you join our HVAC Team:

• Sign On Bonus! Over 5 years' experience – up to $5000, Paid in 2 installments. Terms and conditions apply.
• Medical, Dental & Vision Coverage – Your health matters to us, and we offer comprehensive plans to keep you and your family covered.
• Company‑Paid Health Plan (Employee‑Only) – We fully cover the cost of an HDHP option for employees who prefer this plan structure.
• 401(k) with Company Match – We help you plan for the future with a solid retirement plan and employer contributions.
• Generous PTO – We believe in taking time to recharge. Enjoy vacation days, paid holidays, and personal time off.
• Paid Day Off for Your Birthday – Celebrate your day, on us.
• Company Vehicle – Take the wheel in a company vehicle for your fieldwork.
• Tool Account – We help cover the cost of the tools you need to get the job done right.
• Uniforms Provided – Branded uniforms are on us—so you always show up looking professional.
• Team Events & Gatherings – From barbecues to holiday parties, we value time spent building relationships beyond the job site.
• Career Growth & Stability – Work with a respected company that supports your development and rewards loyalty.

Full job details below:

Summary

Performs all aspects of HVAC work including assembly, installation, and replacement of HVAC equipment including pipes, fittings and fixtures, and ductwork while maintaining job requirements and customer satisfaction.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Coordinates delivery of all material requirements for job.
• Ensure proper care in the use and maintenance of equipment and supplies.
• Promotes continuous improvement of workplace safety and environmental practices.
• Installs HVAC equipment according to plans, drawings, and codes.
• Performs measurements for sheet metal projects.
• Designs and installs sheet metal applications with limited plan documents.
• Installs copper, PVC and refrigerant piping in accordance with proper piping practices.
• Joins pipes by use of screws, bolts, fittings, solder, plastic solvent and caulk joints.
• Orders materials for jobs.
• Liaison with project manager of job status and completion.
• Completes administrative paperwork related to job(s) in a timely and accurate fashion.
• Coordinates daily with field coordinator to update manpower requirements, materials and tools and pickups and deliveries.
• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Experience and Skills

• Minimum of 3 to 5 years’ experience (commercial experience preferred)
• Vocational or Associate Degree in mechanical systems, electronics, or similar field preferred.
• CFC License.
• Must have a valid driver's license with good driving record to drive a company issued vehicle.
• Should be flexible in your schedule and be able to work in an on-call rotation.
• Able to pass a pre-employment substance screening and background check.
• Willingness and desire to provide our clients with a superior customer service experience

Physical Demands

• Work is mostly performed in an outdoor setting with some tasks in an office environment.
• Hand-eye Coordination is necessary to operate computers and various pieces of office equipment.
• Regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, feel or operate objects, tools, or controls and reach with hands and arms.
• Frequently required to stand and talk or hear, walk, sit, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and smell.
• Must be able to climb ladders and work heights.
• Occasionally lift up to fifty (50) pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment

• Normally works in outside weather conditions, near moving mechanical parts, and in high, precarious places.
• Exposure to wet and humid conditions, airborne particles and confined spaces.