HVAC Installer - Entry Level

Richards Heating & Air Repair, Inc.; Livermore (CA); On-site; USD 41,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with company match up to 4%

7 paid holidays

Paid sick leave

Job summary

Richard's Heating and Air Repair, Inc. is seeking a skilled Residential HVAC Installation Technician to join our field team in the Tri-Valley area.

The role focuses on complete residential replacements and new system installations, including air conditioners, furnaces, heat pumps, and related components. You will remove old equipment, prepare installation spaces, run refrigerant lines, ductwork, and electrical connections, and ensure workmanship meets manufacturer specs and local codes.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of hands-on residential HVAC installation experience.
• Ability to read wiring diagrams and technical drawings.
• Valid California driver's license with clean driving record.
• EPA Type II or Universal Certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Complete residential HVAC replacements and new system installations.
• Install and modify refrigerant piping, ductwork, and electrical connections.
• Ensure installations meet manufacturer specs and local codes.
• Perform equipment start-ups and commissioning.

Skills

HVAC installation

Ductwork installation

Sheet metal fabrication

Education

EPA Type II or Universal Certification

Tools

ServiceTitan

Job description

Residential HVAC Installer

Richard's Heating and Air Repair, Inc. Tri-Valley Area, CA - Sunol, Hayward, Livermore, Alamo, Pleasanton, Dublin & Surrounding Communities $30.00-$35.00 per hour | Full-Time

Richard's Heating and Air Repair, Inc. is looking for a skilled Residential HVAC Installation Technician to join our field team.

For more than 25 years, our family-owned company has provided heating and cooling services throughout the Tri-Valley area. Our reputation has been built through quality workmanship, dependable service, and long-term relationships with our customers.

We're looking for an experienced installer who is comfortable taking ownership of residential replacement and installation projects from equipment removal through final start-up.

Compensation & Benefits

• $30.00-$35.00 per hour, based on experience
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance 100% employer-paid for the employee,
• 401(k) with company match up to 4%,
• 7 paid holidays,
• Paid sick leave earned at 1 hour for every 30 hours worked,
• Paid vacation beginning with 1 week during the first year,
• Vacation increases with tenure, up to 4 weeks,
• Full-time employment with an established local HVAC contractor

Benefits are subject to current company policies as outlined in the Employee Handbook.

Your Role

• Complete residential HVAC equipment replacements and new system installations
• Install air conditioners, furnaces, heat pumps, air handlers, and related components
• Remove existing equipment and properly prepare areas for replacement systems
• Install and modify refrigerant piping, condensate drains, gas piping, and electrical connections
• Complete ductwork modifications and installation when required
• Measure, fabricate, and fit sheet metal components for individual projects
• Interpret equipment specifications, mechanical drawings, schematics, and installation plans
• Properly evacuate and charge refrigeration systems
• Perform equipment start-ups and commissioning
• Verify airflow, temperatures, electrical operation, and overall system performance
• Diagnose and correct installation-related problems
• Ensure completed projects meet manufacturer specifications and applicable building codes
• Maintain clean and professional work areas inside customers' homes
• Protect customer property throughout the installation process
• Track equipment, materials, and job information accurately
• Complete required project documentation using ServiceTitan

Experience & Qualifications

• 2+ years of hands-on residential HVAC installation experience
• Strong knowledge of complete residential system changeouts and installations
• Ability to perform installation work with limited supervision
• Experience with ductwork installation and modification
• Understanding of refrigeration piping and proper refrigerant practices
• Ability to read wiring diagrams, equipment specifications, and technical drawings
• Strong mechanical aptitude and field troubleshooting ability
• Plumbing, welding, and sheet metal fabrication experience is a plus
• EPA Type II or Universal Certification preferred
• ServiceTitan experience is helpful
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship
• Professional communication skills when working in customers' homes
• Valid California driver's license with a clean driving record
• Ability to safely lift, carry, and position HVAC equipment and materials

Why Richard's?

You’ll be joining an established local company rather than a large corporate operation. Our team works directly with ownership and serves a strong base of repeat and referral customers throughout the Tri-Valley.

We’re looking for installers who value doing the job correctly, maintaining professional standards, and delivering an installation they can be proud of.

If you have substantial residential HVAC installation experience and are looking for a stable opportunity with competitive pay and excellent employee benefits,

This is a full-time, in-person position. No phone calls or office visits, please.