HVAC Installation Technician

The Tustin Group; Fairfield (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Health coverage

Company-paid health plan

401(k) with match

Generous PTO

Birthday day off

Company vehicle

Tools provided

Uniforms provided

Team events

Career growth

Job summary

The Tustin Group in Fairfield, California is seeking a tenured project technician to lead our HVAC field team and ensure installation quality, safety, and customer satisfaction. You will coordinate material deliveries and supervise on-site activities while upholding our standards for reliability.

Requirements include 3–5 years of HVAC experience (commercial preferred), a valid CFC license, and a clean driving record. The role may require an on-call schedule and pre-employment screening.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years HVAC experience (commercial preferred)
• CFC License required
• Valid driver’s license with clean record
• Pre-employment drug screen and background check
• Willingness to work on-call rota

Responsibilities

• Lead field team and coordinate material deliveries.
• Install HVAC equipment per plans, drawings, and codes.
• Perform sheet metal measurements and installations.
• Maintain safety and environmental practices on site.
• Complete job paperwork and coordinate with field staff.

Skills

Customer service

Flexibility

On-call readiness

Valid driver’s license

Safety awareness

Education

CFC License

Vocational/mechanical tech degree

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. Current 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.