HVAC Lead Installer – New System Installs

American Residential Services; Forest Hill (MD); On-site; USD 85,962,000 - 128,943,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance after 31 days

Low-cost medical, dental, and vision

HSA/FSA options

401(k) with company match

13 days PTO + 8 holidays

Company-paid life insurance

Take-home vehicle + gas card

Uniforms + cleaning service

Weekly direct deposit

HVAC training and career advancement

Job summary

Blue Dot Heating, Air Conditioning Overview in Forest Hill, MD is hiring experienced Residential HVAC Lead Installers to install and upgrade heating and cooling systems. This full-time role offers steady year-round work, hands-on training, and a clear path to career advancement.

You will lead installations, ensure compliance with codes, and deliver top-quality service. Competitive hourly pay $30-$45, with a sign-on bonus up to $5,000 and potential earnings over $100K based on performance.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of HVAC installation experience required.
• Comfortable leading HVAC installs with a helper.
• Working knowledge of local HVAC inspection codes.
• EPA Certification (or ability to obtain).
• Valid driver’s license with good driving record.
• Ability to lift heavy HVAC equipment and work in attics or crawlspaces.
• Must pass background check and drug screening.

Responsibilities

• Remove and replace outdated HVAC systems, including furnaces, heat pumps, and air conditioning units.
• Install complete residential heating and air conditioning systems following manufacturer specifications and HVAC codes.
• Lead residential HVAC installations with support from an assigned HVAC installer helper.
• Start up, test, and troubleshoot newly installed HVAC equipment.
• Ensure all HVAC installation work meets safety, quality, and inspection standards.
• Deliver professional service and maintain a clean job site during every HVAC installation.

Skills

HVAC installation

Lead installations

Inspect codes knowledge

Safety consciousness

Education

EPA Certification

Job description

Company Name: Blue Dot Heating, Air Conditioning Overview

Pay: $30 - $45 per hour
Sign On Bonus - UP TO $5,000 based on interview, experience, and MD HVAC license class Earning potential over $100K/year based on performance

Job Type: Full-Time | Year-Round
Industry: Residential HVAC Installation

Growing HVAC team serving the Forest Hill area is hiring experienced Lead Installers—steady work, strong demand, and year-round opportunity.

Blue Dot, in partnership with American Residential Services (ARS) is the largest provider of residential HVAC, heating, air conditioning, plumbing, and electrical services in the United States. With over 7,000 employees and 45+ years of experience, ARS delivers trusted residential HVAC installation, heating and air conditioning service, and home comfort solutions to homeowners nationwide.

We are hiring experienced HVAC Lead Installers to install residential heating and air conditioning systems, including furnaces, heat pumps, air conditioners, and complete HVAC systems.

What We Offer

• Insurance benefits available after 31 days
• Low-cost medical (as low as $5/week), dental, and vision
• HSA/FSA options
• 401(k) with company match
• 13 days PTO + 8 paid holidays
• Company-paid life insurance
• Take-home vehicle + gas card
• Uniforms provided + cleaning service
• Weekly direct deposit
• Ongoing HVAC training and career advancement

Responsibilities

As a Residential HVAC Lead Installer, you will:

• Remove and replace outdated HVAC systems, including furnaces, heat pumps, and air conditioning units
• Install complete residential heating and air conditioning systems following manufacturer specifications and HVAC codes
• Lead residential HVAC installations with support from an assigned HVAC installer helper
• Start up, test, and troubleshoot newly installed HVAC equipment
• Ensure all HVAC installation work meets safety, quality, and inspection standards
• Deliver professional service and maintain a clean job site during every HVAC installation

This is a full-time, year-round HVAC installation position with consistent work and strong earning potential.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of HVAC installation experience required
• Comfortable leading HVAC installs with a helper
• Working knowledge of local HVAC inspection codes
• EPA Certification (or ability to obtain)
• Valid driver’s license with good driving record
• Ability to lift heavy HVAC equipment and work in attics or crawlspaces
• Must pass background check and drug screening

Note: This posting outlines potential pay ranges and opportunities, which are not guaranteed and do not represent a formal offer. Additional compensation may be offered based on experience and will be outlined in an offer letter addendum. ARS is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any other protected status under applicable federal, state, or local laws. Privacy policy available upon request.