Independent HVAC Service Technician

Kauai Air Conditioning & Plumbing; Kekaha (HI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Kauai Air Conditioning & Plumbing is seeking an experienced HVAC Service Technician to diagnose, repair, and maintain residential and light commercial systems on Kauai. You will work independently, communicate options and pricing clearly, and build strong customer relationships while ensuring safety and quality.

The role involves field-estimating, performing leak tests, refrigerant work per EPA 608, and mentoring junior staff.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• EPA 608 Certification (current and in good standing).
• 1+ year HVAC service experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Independently diagnose and repair common AC system issues—boards, fan motors, capacitors, contactors, relays, sensors, and thermostats.
• Assist senior technicians on more complex service calls to develop advanced diagnostic skills.
• Perform complete preventive maintenance and service work—clean filters, coils, and drain pans; clear clogged drain lines; inspect electrical components, refrigerant pressures, airflow, belts, and motors.
• Take accurate temperature and pressure readings; interpret findings and communicate them clearly to customers and the office.
• Perform leak detection using UV dye, electronic detectors, soap bubble, and nitrogen pressure testing; locate and repair minor refrigerant leaks at fittings, Schrader valves, and accessible joints.
• Recover and recharge refrigerant per EPA 608 standards; track quantities accurately in Service Titan.
• Braze refrigerant lines safely and cleanly.
• Read and interpret electrical diagrams to support diagnostics and repairs.
• Handle minimal install tasks when service resolution requires it.
• Build complete service-call documentation in Service Titan.
• Generate accurate field estimates and present repair options confidently to customers; close recommended work.
• Run a full service-call route independently; pick up additional or after-hours calls when needed.
• Follow the professional Check-In / Check-Out process with every customer.
• Maintain a clean, organized jobsite and work vehicle.

Skills

Strong interpersonal skills

Customer-facing ability

Independent worker

Problem solving

Field estimating

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Service Titan

Manifold gauges

Multimeters

Leak detectors

Refrigerant handling tools

EPA 608 Certification

Job description

Kauai Air Conditioning & Plumbing is seeking an experienced HVAC Service Technician to diagnose, repair, and maintain residential and light commercial systems on Kauai. You will work independently, communicate options and pricing clearly, and build strong customer relationships while ensuring safety and quality.

The role involves field-estimating, performing leak tests, refrigerant work per EPA 608, and mentoring junior staff.