HVAC Lead Service Technician

IES Residential, Inc.; Ocala (FL); On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-On Bonus

Free Tools up to $1000

No On-Call Work

Commission Bonuses

Job summary

Bayonet Plumbing, Heating, and Air Conditioning is seeking a Lead HVAC Service Technician to join our elite Central Florida team. Earn $25–$35 per hour base plus uncapped commissions and a $2,500 sign-on bonus with pre-approved tool options.

No on-call shifts, stable schedule, and opportunities to work with high-end clients. We value top talent, long-term careers, and professionals who take pride in their craft.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in residential HVAC diagnostics, repair, and service.
• EPA Certification (Type II or Universal preferred).
• Valid Florida driver’s license.
• Own high-quality tools.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair residential and light commercial HVAC systems.
• Deliver white-glove customer service while solving complex system issues.
• Perform high-level maintenance and tune-ups for system longevity and performance.
• Educate clients on system care, energy efficiency, and service options.
• Use digital tools to document service visits and maintain accurate records.
• Adhere to all safety and compliance standards—because you know what you’re doing.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and professional company vehicle and workspace.
• Collaborate with dispatch, installers, and team members to ensure excellent customer experiences.
• Assist with training and mentoring junior technicians when needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support company operations and customer satisfaction

Skills

HVAC diagnostics

Troubleshooting

EPA Certification

FL driver’s license

Own tools

Drug screen

Background check

Job description

Lead HVAC Service Technician – Top Pay for Top Talent

Pay: $25–$35/hr base + industry-leading commissions – We pay for talent

Schedule: Full-time | 8–10 hour shifts | No On-Call - We don’t use traditional on‑call. Coverage is handled through a scheduled rotation of early, late, and weekend shifts, so you’ll know your hours in advance and can plan your life around them.

You're a Pro. It's Time You're Treated Like One.

At Bayonet Plumbing, Heating, and Air Conditioning, we’re building an elite team of HVAC professionals. We’ve been serving Central Florida since 1977, and now we’re expanding—looking for highly skilled technicians who take pride in their craft and want to be part of something bigger.

This is not a stepping-stone job. This is a long-term, high-respect, high-reward opportunity.

What Sets Bayonet Apart

Top Pay for Top Talent We’re serious about paying what you’re worth. Bring the skills—we’ll bring the paycheck.

$2500 Sign-On Bonus + Free Tool (Specific tools only; pre-approved list with items valued up to $1000)

No On-Call Work – Ever We respect your time and your life outside of work.

High-End Jobs & Clients Work with real systems, not band‑aid jobs. You’ll be challenged, and you’ll be trusted.

Commission Bonuses Uncapped. You earn it, you keep it.

Culture of Excellence Surround yourself with experienced techs who take pride in what they do. No babysitting. No drama. Just skilled pros doing great work.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Diagnose and repair residential and light commercial HVAC systems
• Deliver white-glove customer service while solving complex system issues
• Perform high-level maintenance and tune-ups for system longevity and performance
• Educate clients on system care, energy efficiency, and service options
• Use digital tools to document service visits and maintain accurate records
• Adhere to all safety and compliance standards—because you know what you’re doing
• Maintain a clean, organized, and professional company vehicle and workspace
• Collaborate with dispatch, installers, and team members to ensure excellent customer experiences
• Assist with training and mentoring junior technicians when needed
• Perform other duties as assigned to support company operations and customer satisfaction

Specific Qualifications

What We’re Looking For

• Proven experience in residential HVAC diagnostics, repair, and service
• Strong troubleshooting skills and technical knowledge
• EPA Certification (Type II or Universal preferred)
• Clean and valid Florida driver’s license
• Own high-quality tools and know how to use them
• Respect for the craft, the team, and the customer
• Must pass drug screen and background check (we’re professional, and so are you)

Bonus Points If You

• Mentor junior techs and lead by example
• Thrive in a fast-paced, performance-based environment
• Want long-term stability in a growing, respected company

Physical Requirements & Work Environment

Must be able to lift up to 75 pounds and work in attics, crawl spaces, rooftops, and outdoor Florida conditions. Position requires frequent standing, bending, climbing ladders, and use of HVAC tools and equipment while working safely in environments exposed to heat, dust, noise, and mechanical hazards.

Ready to Join a Team That Matches Your Standards?

We’re not hiring to fill seats—we’re hiring top-tier talent to help us lead the industry. If you’re ready to be respected, rewarded, and challenged at the highest level, we want to hear from you.

This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship or work authorization support. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States on a full‑time basis without current or future need for employer sponsorship.

EEO Statement

PLEASE NO AGENCY CALLS. NOTE TO ALL AGENCIES: Any unsolicited agency resumes or agency represented candidates that are presented to any IES employee without first having a signed contract between that agency and the IES Talent Acquisition organization will become the property of IES and no fees will be paid.

EEO & Affective Action

The IES policy on equal employment opportunity prohibits discrimination based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, sexual orientation, individuals with disabilities, protected veterans, or any other protected status or characteristic. This policy applies to recruiting, hiring, transfers, promotions, terminations, compensation, benefits, and all other terms and conditions of employment, and also states that retaliation against any employee who files a complaint regarding possible violations of this policy will not be tolerated. IES is also committed to taking affirmative steps to promote the employment of minorities, women, individuals with disabilities, and protected veterans. IES develops affirmative action programs to support its commitment to equal employment opportunity, consistent with company policy and the company’s obligations as a contractor to the United States government.

View Your Equal Employment Opportunity rights under the law. Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal; Conozca sus Derechos: La Discriminación en el Lugar de Trabajo es Ilegal.

Disability Accommodation

IES is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. IES provides reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Assistance Act of 1974 and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. Applicants who need accommodation in the job application process should contact the IES corporate office at [phone] or any IES office to request assistance.

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