HVAC Service Area Manager

Bayonet Plumbing, Heating & Air-Conditioning; Ocala (FL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay

401K Match

Paid Time Off

Life Insurance

Medical Coverage

Dental & Vision

Disability Plans

Auto/Home Insurance

Job summary

Bayonet Plumbing, Heating, and Air Conditioning, a division of IES, seeks an HVAC Service Area Manager to plan and oversee daily service operations, align with Bayonet’s goals, and uphold customer satisfaction and safety standards. Lead and train technicians, review performance, provide coaching, and drive continuous improvement.

Travel to residential locations; ensure inventory, safety, and regulatory compliance.

Qualifications

• Minimum of two years as HVAC Service Manager or in a similar leadership role.
• Thorough knowledge of residential HVAC systems and service operations.
• Exceptional customer service, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Strong leadership, organizational, and team management abilities.
• Inventory management experience and operational oversight.
• Excellent diagnostic, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.
• Knowledge of HVAC safety standards and regulations; EPA certification preferred.
• Valid driver's license with a clean driving record.
• Ability to pass background check and pre-employment drug screening.

Responsibilities

• Hire, train, and boost retention of HVAC service technicians.
• Lead five or more technicians to ensure efficiency and quality.
• Review performance, service calls, and work for accuracy.
• Provide leadership and coaching to elevate customer service.
• Assist in diagnosing and resolving complex residential HVAC issues.
• Ensure safety standards, and regulatory compliance.
• Manage inventory and parts availability.
• Uphold policies and drive continuous improvement.

Skills

Leadership

Customer service

Communication

Problem solving

Team management

Inventory management

HVAC knowledge

Diagnostics

Driver's license

Education

EPA Certification

Job description

General Job Description

HVAC Service Area Manager

Bayonet Plumbing, Heating, and Air Conditioning, a division of IES, is seeking a successful and driven professional to join our team as an HVAC Service Area Manager. This leadership role is responsible for planning and overseeing the daily operations of the service area to ensure Bayonet’s goals, customer satisfaction standards, and operational objectives are achieved.

Key Responsibilities

• Hire, train, and increase retention levels for HVAC Service Technicians.
• Manage five or more technicians, ensuring efficiency, productivity, and effectiveness in daily operations.
• Review technician performance, service calls, and completed work for accuracy and quality assurance.
• Provide leadership, coaching, and technical guidance to service technicians while elevating customer service standards.
• Assist technicians in diagnosing and resolving complex residential HVAC system issues.
• Address and resolve customer inquiries, complaints, and service-related concerns promptly and professionally.
• Assist in managing inventory to ensure the availability of necessary parts, tools, and equipment.
• Uphold and enforce all company safety standards and regulatory requirements.
• Ensure adherence to departmental policies, procedures, and company expectations.
• Maintain operational efficiency and support continuous improvement initiatives.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Specific Qualifications

Qualifications

• Minimum of two (2) years of experience as an HVAC Service Manager or in a similar leadership role.
• Thorough knowledge of residential HVAC systems and service operations.
• Exceptional customer service, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Strong leadership, organizational, and team management abilities.
• Proficiency in inventory management and operational oversight.
• Excellent diagnostic, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.
• Knowledge of HVAC industry safety standards, regulations, and best practices.
• Relevant HVAC certifications, including EPA certification preferred.
• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.
• Ability to pass a background check and pre-employment drug screening.

Physical Requirements & Work Environment

• Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull up to 50 pounds regularly.
• Ability to climb ladders and work in attics, crawl spaces, confined areas, and outdoor environments in varying weather conditions.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, stoop, and reach for extended periods of time.
• Work is performed in both office and field environments with frequent travel to residential customer locations.
• Exposure to moving mechanical parts, electrical components, and typical HVAC job site conditions.
• Ability to safely operate company vehicles, tools, and equipment.
• Must possess sufficient vision, hearing, and manual dexterity to perform duties safely and effectively.
• May require occasional evenings, weekends, or on-call availability based on operational needs.

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.

Company Overview

IES Residential, Inc. is one of the nation's largest and most respected electrical, plumbing, HVAC, solar, and cable solutions providers for single-family homes and multi-family complexes since 1973. We provide comprehensive integrated solutions that light up our world.We make homes come to life.

IES is a national provider of industrial products and infrastructure services to a variety of end markets, including electrical, mechanical and communications contracting solutions for the commercial, industrial, residential and renewable energy markets. IES is publicly traded on NASDAQ under the symbol IESC. As of the end of IES’s 2025fiscal year ending September 30, 2025, IES produced over$3.3 billion in revenue and employed over 10,200 employees at over 131 domestic locations across the United States. IES is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer: Minorities, Females, Gender Identity, Sexual Orientation, Individuals with Disabilities, Protected Veterans Encouraged to Apply.

From office buildings to wind farms, industrial complexes to housing developments, our employees and design professionals design, build, and maintain the systems that empower lives.

Our commitment to our employees is reflected by our actions:

• Safety is Priority One – and our record shows it
• Competitive Pay
• Company 401K plan with Employer Contribution Match
• Company Paid Time Off
• Company Paid Life Insurance
• Choice of Medical Coverage including Prescription and Short Term Disability Plans
• Choice of Dental and Vision Coverage
• Optional Long-term Disability, Critical Illness, Accident, Legal and Pet Coverage
• Auto and Home Insurance Discount Programs