HVAC Senior Service Technician 1

Air Conditioning Specialist, INC; Bluffton (SC); On-site; USD 48,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Howell Chase in Bluffton, SC is seeking an experienced HVAC Service Technician to join our growing team. You will diagnose, repair, and service residential HVAC systems, handling complex heating and cooling issues.

This is not an entry‑level or maintenance‑only role. You must perform repairs correctly, document work, and communicate findings clearly to homeowners.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of HVAC service technician experience.
• Strong residential HVAC diagnostic and troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to work independently in the field.
• Experience diagnosing electrical, airflow, refrigerant, and mechanical issues.
• Strong communication and customer-service skills.
• Ability to explain technical issues in a way homeowners can understand.
• Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record.
• Professional, dependable, and accountable.
• Willingness to continue learning and improving.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair residential HVAC systems
• Troubleshoot complex heating and cooling issues
• Perform repairs correctly and efficiently
• Conduct system inspections and identify necessary repairs or improvements
• Clearly explain findings and repair options to homeowners
• Provide excellent customer service throughout every service call
• Accurately document work performed, recommendations, and equipment information
• Maintain an organized and properly stocked service vehicle
• Follow company safety procedures and industry best practices
• Work closely with dispatch, management, and other technicians
• Identify opportunities to improve customers’ comfort, efficiency, and system reliability

Skills

HVAC troubleshooting

Residential HVAC

Diagnostic skills

Customer service

Independent work

Job description

HVAC Service Technician

Howell Chase is looking for an experienced HVAC Service Technician to join our growing team in Bluffton, SC.

We are specifically looking for a seasoned service technician with 5+ years of hands‑on HVAC experience who can confidently diagnose, repair, and service residential HVAC systems. This is not an entry‑level or maintenance‑only position.

What You’ll Do

• Diagnose and repair residential HVAC systems
• Troubleshoot complex heating and cooling issues
• Perform repairs correctly and efficiently
• Conduct system inspections and identify necessary repairs or improvements
• Clearly explain findings and repair options to homeowners
• Provide excellent customer service throughout every service call
• Accurately document work performed, recommendations, and equipment information
• Maintain an organized and properly stocked service vehicle
• Follow company safety procedures and industry best practices
• Work closely with dispatch, management, and other technicians
• Identify opportunities to improve customers’ comfort, efficiency, and system reliability

What We’re Looking For

Required:

• 5+ years of HVAC service technician experience
• Strong residential HVAC diagnostic and troubleshooting skills
• Ability to work independently in the field
• Experience diagnosing electrical, airflow, refrigerant, and mechanical issues
• Strong communication and customer‑service skills
• Ability to explain technical issues in a way homeowners can understand
• Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record
• Professional, dependable, and accountable
• Willingness to continue learning and improving

Preferred:

• EPA certification
• NATE or other HVAC certifications
• Experience using ServiceTitan or similar field‑service software
• Experience working in a residential service and sales environment

Who We’re Looking For

We’re not looking for someone who only performs basic maintenance and tune‑ups. We need an experienced HVAC technician who knows how to diagnose a system, find the actual problem, recommend the right solution, and complete quality repairs.

If you have 5+ years of HVAC service experience, take pride in your work, and want to join a team where your experience is valued, we want to talk with you.