HVAC Supervisor

ABM industries; Kinston (NC); On-site; USD 70,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

ABM Industries is seeking an experienced HVAC Supervisor to lead HVAC operations in a commercial facility. You will supervise technicians, oversee daily HVAC activities, and ensure safe, compliant, high-quality service delivery.

The ideal candidate has hands-on commercial HVAC experience with chillers and boilers, strong leadership, and a focus on safety and customer satisfaction. Competitive compensation and bonus eligibility are provided.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• HVAC Certification and EPA Universal Certification required.
• Minimum 5 years of progressive commercial HVAC experience.
• At least 2 years in supervisory, lead, or operations roles.
• Proven ability to operate, troubleshoot, and oversee chillers and boiler plants.
• Strong knowledge of OSHA, EPA, life-safety, and local building codes.
• Proficiency with CMMS and operational reporting tools.
• Valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Supervise, coach, and schedule HVAC technicians and lead technicians.
• Oversee daily commercial HVAC operations, including PMs, repairs, and emergency response.
• Provide technical oversight for chillers, boilers, AHUs, RTUs, VAVs, BAS, and central plant systems.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA, EPA, local codes, and client requirements.
• Maintain accurate documentation, work orders, and inspection records.
• Support audits, inspections, and life-safety testing.
• Monitor labor utilization, materials, and vendor performance.
• Use CMMS systems to track work orders, PM schedules, and KPIs.
• Serve as the primary HVAC point of contact for clients and facility stakeholders.

Skills

HVAC supervision

Chillers & boilers

CMMS proficiency

Safety & compliance

Vendor management

Education

High School Diploma or GED

HVAC Certification

EPA Universal Certification

OSHA 10/30 certification

Job description

The HVAC Supervisor monitors and performs maintenance, repairs and installation of assigned HVAC and Refrigeration equipment and controls, chilled water systems, boilers, and various other mechanical, electrical and building systems in accordance with client expectations and requests.

ABM is seeking an experienced HVAC Supervisor to lead HVAC operations within an assigned commercial facility. This role is responsible for supervising technicians, overseeing daily HVAC operations, and ensuring safe, compliant, and high-quality service delivery. The ideal candidate brings strong hands‑on commercial HVAC expertise-including chillers and boilers-combined with effective leadership, safety accountability, and customer focus.

Compensation:

Compensation: $70,000 - $80,000 annual salary (US Dollars) The pay listed is the salary range for this position. Any specific offer will vary based on the successful applicant's education, experience, skills, abilities, geographic location, and alignment with market data. You may be eligible to participate in a Company incentive or bonus program

Benefits:

ABM offers a comprehensive benefits package. For information about ABM's benefits, visit ABM Employee Benefits | Staff & Management

What You’ll Do:

• Supervise, coach, and schedule HVAC technicians and lead technicians
• Oversee daily commercial HVAC operations, including PMs, repairs, and emergency response
• Provide technical oversight for chillers, boilers, AHUs, RTUs, VAVs, BAS, and central plant systems
• Ensure compliance with OSHA, EPA, local codes, and client requirements
• Maintain accurate documentation, work orders, and inspection records
• Support audits, inspections, and life-safety testing
• Monitor labor utilization, materials, and vendor performance
• Use CMMS systems to track work orders, PM schedules, and KPIs
• Serve as the primary HVAC point of contact for clients and facility stakeholders

Leadership & Professional Skills:

• Firm, fair, and collaborative leadership style
• Strong communication and conflict-resolution skills
• Organized, accountable, and safety-focused
• Technically credible and comfortable supporting field teams

What We're Looking For:

Required Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED required
• HVAC Certification
• Minimum 5 years of progressive commercial HVAC experience
• 2 plus years in a supervisory, lead, or operations role
• Demonstrated hands-on experience with: Commercial chillers and boiler systems
• Central plant operations and BAS-controlled environments
• Proven ability to operate, troubleshoot, and oversee maintenance of chiller and boiler plants
• Strong knowledge of OSHA, EPA, life-safety, and local building codes
• Proficiency with CMMS and operational reporting tools
• EPA Universal Certification required
• Ability to pass pre-employment background screening and any client-specific clearance requirements (MVR report and Drug Screen)
• Valid driver's license

Preferred Qualifications:

• Low-Pressure Boiler or Boiler Operator License
• OEM chiller training or advanced HVAC certifications (NATE or equivalent)
• OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 certification
• Experience supporting government, healthcare, data center, or large commercial facilities
• Experience with vendor management, audits, and budget support