HVAC Technician Helper

S.M. Lawrence Co., Inc.; Jackson (TN); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

Medical HSA

Dental

Vision

Long-term Disability

PTO

Paid Holidays

Pet Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Company Discount Program

Job summary

S.M. Lawrence Co., Inc. in Jackson, Tennessee is looking for an HVAC Technician Helper. In this role, you will assist HVAC service technicians with the maintenance and repair of commercial HVAC equipment, requiring hands-on experience and a commitment to safety.

The ideal candidate should have basic mechanical aptitude, strong problem-solving skills, and experience in commercial settings. Benefits include 401(k) match, medical, dental, vision, and paid time off.

Qualifications

• One or more years’ experience performing preventative maintenance and troubleshooting on commercial mechanical equipment.
• Ability to lift up to 50lb and pass background/drug screening.

Responsibilities

• Assist with HVAC maintenance and troubleshooting tasks in commercial settings.
• Utilize diagnostic tools to maintain complex heating and cooling systems.
• Complete electronic documentation daily.

Skills

Hands-on experience with commercial HVAC systems

Basic mechanical aptitude

Problem-solving skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

EPA universal certification

OSHA 10-hour certification

Job description

Position Overview

An HVAC Technician Helper will work alongside HVAC service technicians to perform maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of commercial HVAC equipment. The role requires hands‑on experience with a variety of commercial systems and a commitment to safety and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Assist with performing assigned HVAC maintenance and troubleshooting tasks safely in commercial and industrial settings on various types of split systems, packaged rooftop units, heat pumps, DX systems, pneumatic and electrical control systems, and other mechanical equipment.
• Assist with preventative maintenance tasks and repair of commercial HVAC equipment as needed.
• Assist with diagnosing causes of breakdowns, testing parts with appropriate instruments, disassembling and assembling parts, and making necessary repairs to equipment and associated components.
• Use HVAC skills and experience to troubleshoot, repair, and maintain medium‑to‑large complex heating and cooling systems and associated control systems.
• Utilize electrical and mechanical diagnostic tools to maintain systems.
• Complete required electronic documentation daily on a handheld device.
• Work independently and as part of a team to complete assigned tasks within an allotted time frame.
• Perform other related duties or special projects as assigned.

Education, Training, Licenses and/or Certifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• One or more years’ experience performing preventative maintenance and troubleshooting tasks on commercial mechanical equipment preferred.
• EPA universal certification preferred.
• OSHA 10‑hour certification preferred.

Additional Requirements

• Maintain a positive, cooperative, and teachable attitude.
• Require basic mechanical aptitude, mathematics, and English language skills.
• Comply with and promote the company Safety Policy Initiative; be self‑motivated and a self‑starter.
• Regular and punctual attendance.
• Ability to work overtime if needed (and approved).
• Ability to stand, squat, bend, stoop, and comfortably lift up to 50lb.
• Ability to pass a full background screening, drug screening, and an MVR check (if applicable) or possess reliable transportation.
• Ability to pass a physical ability test.
• Ability to travel as needed for projects.

Benefits

• 401(k) match
• Medical HSA
• Dental
• Vision
• Long‑term Disability
• PTO
• Paid Holidays
• Pet Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Company Discount Program

Disclaimer

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this job. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Comfort Systems USA, Inc., together with its subsidiaries, is an equal opportunity employer in all aspects of employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.