HVAC & Plumbing Technician Supervisor

American Rooter & Drain; Caldwell (ID); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Commission earnings

Benefits after 60 days

Career-growth opportunities

Professional training and leadership

Job summary

American Rooter & Drain is seeking an experienced Technician Supervisor to lead and support our residential and commercial HVAC and plumbing service teams.

Ideal candidates will balance technical knowledge with strong leadership, coaching, and a commitment to high service standards and customer satisfaction.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of residential and/or commercial HVAC or plumbing field experience.
• Idaho Journeyman license in Plumbing or HVAC strongly preferred.
• Previous lead technician, supervisor, or field leadership experience required.
• EPA 608 certification is preferred for HVAC background.

Responsibilities

• Lead, coach, and develop residential and commercial HVAC and plumbing technicians.
• Conduct ride-alongs and provide hands-on coaching.
• Monitor performance, productivity, customer satisfaction, and sales results.
• Assist with diagnosing difficult HVAC and plumbing service issues.
• Review completed jobs for quality, documentation, and accuracy.
• Support technicians with customer concerns and escalated service situations.
• Conduct regular one-on-one meetings and performance reviews.
• Onboard and train new technicians.
• Collaborate with dispatch and service management to improve operations.

Skills

Communication

Coaching

Leadership

Customer service

Sales awareness

Education

Idaho Journeyman license (Plumbing or HVAC)

EPA 608 certification

Job description

HVAC & Plumbing Technician Supervisor

American Rooter & Drain | 1005 Commercial Way, Caldwell, ID 83605 | Full-Time

About the Role

We are looking for an experienced Technician Supervisor to lead and support our residential and commercial HVAC and plumbing service teams.

This position is ideal for an experienced home-services professional who understands the technical side of the trades but also knows how to lead people, improve performance, maintain high service standards, and create an excellent customer experience.

Position Overview

The Technician Supervisor is responsible for coaching, developing, and supporting HVAC and plumbing technicians in the field. This role helps ensure technicians follow company procedures, provide quality workmanship, communicate professionally with customers, and consistently meet performance expectations.

The right candidate will be a strong leader who can balance technical knowledge, customer service, sales performance, accountability, and team development.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, coach, and develop residential and commercial HVAC and plumbing technicians
• Conduct regular technician ride-alongs and provide hands-on coaching
• Monitor technician performance, productivity, customer satisfaction, and sales results
• Help technicians identify customer needs and confidently present repair and replacement options
• Ensure technicians follow established company procedures, systems, and safety standards
• Assist with diagnosing difficult HVAC and plumbing service issues
• Review completed jobs for quality, accuracy, and proper documentation
• Support technicians with customer concerns and escalated service situations
• Hold technicians accountable to performance expectations and company standards
• Conduct regular one-on-one meetings and performance reviews
• Help onboard and train new technicians
• Work with dispatch, service management, and office leadership to improve daily operations
• Monitor callbacks, warranty work, customer complaints, and opportunities for improvement
• Maintain a strong culture of professionalism, teamwork, accountability, and continued learning

Leadership & Sales Focus

This role is not only about technical ability. The Technician Supervisor will play an important role in helping technicians improve their communication and sales skills.

You will coach technicians on how to:

• Build trust with homeowners and commercial customers
• Properly diagnose customer concerns
• Educate customers on available solutions
• Present multiple repair or replacement options
• Communicate value clearly and professionally
• Recognize additional service opportunities
• Improve average ticket and conversion performance without compromising customer trust

We believe strong sales come from great service, accurate recommendations, and helping customers make informed decisions.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications: 5+ years of residential and/or commercial HVAC or plumbing field experience, with strong working knowledge of both trades. Active Idaho Journeyman license in Plumbing or HVAC is strongly preferred. Previous lead technician, supervisor, service manager, or field leadership experience required. EPA 608 certification is preferred for candidates with an HVAC background.

Preferred: Experience supervising technicians across multiple skilled-trade departments, familiarity with residential and commercial service operations, technical troubleshooting experience in both plumbing and HVAC, and experience coaching technicians on customer service, sales, productivity, and quality standards.

MUST HAVE:

• Strong communication and coaching skills
• Ability to hold team members accountable while maintaining a positive team environment
• Comfortability reviewing technician performance and sales metrics
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities
• Customer-focused and professional demeanor
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities
• Valid driver's license with acceptable driving record

Schedule

Monday through Friday, 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM

Saturday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM (rotating shifts as scheduled)

What We Offer

• Commission earnings
• Benefits after 60 days
• Performance and career-growth opportunities
• Professional training and leadership development
• Quality tools, equipment, and technology
• Supportive team environment
• Opportunity to help develop and lead a growing service department

Background Check Authorization

By signing this form, you authorize American Rooter & Drain to conduct a criminal background check. This check will include verification of your identity, address history, and any criminal records. The findings of this background check may affect your eligibility for employment with American Rooter & Drain. Your signature below confirms that the information provided is truthful and accurate.

Drug Screening Disclaimer

American Rooter & Drain is committed to maintaining a safe and drug-free workplace. As part of our hiring process, all candidates are required to undergo a drug screening test. This test will check for the presence of illegal substances and may include testing for prescription medications that could impair your ability to perform your job duties safely. By signing this form, you consent to the drug screening and understand that a positive result may disqualify you from employment with American Rooter & Drain.