HVAC Service Technician

Lee Industrial Contracting; Pontiac (MI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Lee Industrial Contracting is seeking an HVAC Service Foreman in Pontiac, Michigan. The ideal candidate has over 5 years of experience in troubleshooting HVAC/R systems and is skilled in leadership and technical aspects. The role involves maintaining and repairing HVAC systems, training apprentices, ensuring project completion and customer satisfaction. Essential qualifications include EPA 608 and CSD 1 certifications, alongside robust analytical skills and attention to detail. The position offers opportunities for professional growth within a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• 5+ years’ experience in troubleshooting HVAC/R systems.
• Strong leadership and managerial skills required.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and manuals.
• Attention to detail with accurate service reports and maintenance checklists.
• Understanding of refrigeration cycles and charging refrigeration systems.

Responsibilities

• Communicate project status via phone and email.
• Develop and train apprentices.
• Prioritize and complete daily responsibilities.
• Maintain a clean and organized job site.
• Assist with job materials, labor, and equipment coordination.

Skills

Troubleshooting HVAC/R systems

Leadership skills

Analytical skills

Blueprint reading

Attention to detail

Customer relations

Education

EPA 608 Certification

CSD 1 Certification

Tools

Multimeter

Aerial lift operation

Forklift operation

Job description

Job Summary

As an HVAC Service Foreman, you will be responsible for troubleshooting, maintaining, and repairing a variety of HVAC and refrigeration systems in commercial and industrial settings. You will prioritize daily tasks and ensure projects are completed properly and efficiently. A key part of the role involves developing and training apprentices, coordinating job materials, labor, and equipment, and ensuring customer satisfaction by maintaining clear communication via phone and email. You will also be responsible for adhering to company safety standards, keeping the job site and company van organized, and ensuring that all work meets the highest standards of quality. This position requires at least 5 years of experience troubleshooting HVAC/R systems, strong leadership and managerial skills, and the ability to accurately read blueprints, schematics, and manuals. The ideal candidate will have strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to produce accurate service reports and maintenance checklists. A thorough understanding of the refrigeration cycle, knowledge of charging refrigeration systems, and experience with hot water and steam boilers are essential. EPA 608 and CSD 1 certifications are required.

Responsibilities

• Communicate project status through use of phone and email
• Responsible for developing and training apprentices
• Prioritize and complete general and daily responsibilities
• Maintain a clean, organized job and well inventoried company van
• Exhibit excellent customer relations skills
• Assist with the coordination of job materials, labor and equipment
• Work with other departments as needed as a team
• Adhere to company safety standards and procedures

Requirements

• 5+ years’ experience of troubleshooting HVAC/R systems of all types and sizes
• Strong leadership and managerial skills are necessary
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to read and interpret blueprints, schematics, & manuals
• Attention to detail, while providing accurate service reports and maintenance checklists
• Capable of proficiently and accurately troubleshooting all commercial/industrial equipment
• Perform proper maintenance and repairs to commercial/industrial equipment per manufacturer specifications
• Understand and explain the refrigeration cycle
• Knowledge of properly charging refrigeration systems
• Knowledge of hot water/ steam boilers
• Possess an EPA 608 certification
• Possess a CSD 1 certification
• Lockout tagout

Equipment and Tool Experience

• Aerial -lift Operation - Boom & Scissor
• Forklift Operation - Material Handling up to 5000#
• Telehandler (preferred)
• Chauffeur LIC/Med DOT Physical
• Trailer Loading and Securing of Material
• Multimeter

Rigging Requirements

• Signal or verbally direct workers engaged in hoisting and moving loads to ensure safety of workers and materials.
• Use & recognize limitations of chains, synthetic, metal mesh and wire rope slings
• Use & recognize rigging hardware including hooks, shackles, wire rope clips, clamps, eye bolts, softeners and tag lines
• Identifies common load configurations & positioning
• Rigger 2 training

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to ascend/descend ladders, scaffolds, stairs, and/or operate scissor/boom lifts while working at height.
• Work in permit & non-permit required confined spaces and in proximity to loud equipment.
• Must be able to lift and carry or otherwise move up to 50 pounds regularly/occasionally
• Must be able to respond quickly to auditory alarms, visual signals, or other effective means to communicate hazards
• Must be able to move safely over uneven terrain or in confined spaces.
• Must be able to work in cold/hot environments.
• Must be able to traverse irregular and steep terrain.

This job description reflects management’s assignment of essential functions, and herein restricts managements right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.