HVAC Warehouse Lead: Inventory, Safety & Team Mentor

Kauai Mechanical; Koloa (HI); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Kauai Mechanical, Inc. is seeking a dependable Warehouse Lead to oversee daily warehouse operations. You will supervise the warehouse team, ensure materials and equipment for service and installation crews are available, and maintain accurate inventory.

You’ll manage cycle counts, vendor coordination, and purchase orders, while promoting safety and efficiency in a dynamic commercial HVAC environment on Kauai. Join us for growth and teamwork.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Forklift certification required (or able to obtain within 30 days of hire).
• 2+ years of warehouse experience with lead, foreman, or supervisory exposure preferred.
• Proficiency in inventory management practices — cycle counts, audits, reorder management, and variance investigation.
• Familiarity with commercial HVAC, refrigeration, and BAS / controls materials preferred.
• Knowledge of EPA Section 608 refrigerant handling requirements preferred.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to lift a minimum of 50 lbs and work outdoors.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily warehouse operations receiving, processing, storing, and distributing inventory per purchase orders and job schedules for commercial HVAC, refrigeration, kitchen equipment, ice machines, chillers, cooling towers, and BAS / controls materials.
• Provide day-to-day direction to KM Warehouse Associates. Train, mentor, and develop warehouse staff on procedures, safety protocols, and efficiency practices.
• Execute the vendor and purchase-order process; issue POs; follow up on backorders; coordinate returns, RMAs, and core returns.
• Coordinate closely with Service and Installations teams to anticipate parts needs and ensure timely material availability.
• Maintain standardized inventory procedures; conduct cycle counts and periodic audits; maintain accuracy and address variances.
• Monitor inventory levels and communicate reorder needs to prevent shortages or overstocking.
• Prepare and complete orders for delivery or pickup; deliver and pick up materials using the company vehicle when needed.
• Organize and maintain warehouse stock; optimize space and implement best practices.
• Maintain a clean, safe warehouse environment and enforce safety policies.
• Track daily logs, inventory reports, and project documentation in Service Titan and other systems.
• Communicate with other departments to ensure timely material delivery.
• Identify process improvements to enhance throughput, accuracy, cost, and safety; escalate to Warehouse Manager.
• Manage KM warehouse equipment (forklift, pallet jack, hand tools) and ensure proper certifications.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by Warehouse Manager or leadership.

Skills

Leadership

Inventory management

Forklift certification

Safety compliance

Communication

HVAC knowledge

Mentoring/training

Team supervision

Time management

Troubleshooting

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Service Titan

Inventory software

Job description

Kauai Mechanical, Inc. is seeking a dependable Warehouse Lead to oversee daily warehouse operations. You will supervise the warehouse team, ensure materials and equipment for service and installation crews are available, and maintain accurate inventory.

You’ll manage cycle counts, vendor coordination, and purchase orders, while promoting safety and efficiency in a dynamic commercial HVAC environment on Kauai. Join us for growth and teamwork.