Lead Commercial HVAC Tech

BMI MECHANICAL; Bakersfield (CA); On-site; USD 62,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hiring bonus

Company vehicle

Fuel card

Tools allowance

Company credit card for job expenses

Paid training

Performance bonuses

Medical & dental coverage

401(k) with company match

Life insurance

Paid holidays + PTO

Job summary

BMI Mechanical, Inc. in Bakersfield, CA, is seeking a Lead Commercial HVAC Tech to diagnose, service, and maintain commercial HVAC systems across diverse facilities.

The role emphasizes stability, steady year-round work, and professional growth with a long-established client base. Ideal candidates have 7+ years in commercial/industrial HVAC, EPA Universal 608, strong troubleshooting and customer-service skills, and a team-oriented mindset.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of commercial/industrial HVAC experience.
• Strong troubleshooting and service skills.
• EPA Universal 608 certification.
• NATE certification is a plus.
• Solid communication and customer service skills.
• Team-oriented mindset.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose, service, and maintain commercial HVAC systems.
• Work on rooftops, chillers, boilers, and split/package systems.
• Support preventative maintenance programs for commercial clients.
• Collaborate with a skilled team across industries.

Skills

7+ years HVAC experience

Troubleshooting

Customer service

Team-oriented

Tools

EPA Universal 608

NATE (plus)

Job description

Lead Commercial HVAC Tech

Location: Bakersfield, CA

Pay Range: $45-$60/hour (Top performers $100,000+ annually)

Schedule: Full-time, Monday-Friday (40+ hours, overtime as needed)

Build a Long-Term Career with a Stable Industry Leader

Join a well-established commercial HVAC company with over a century of proven success. We focus on consistent work, professional growth, and long-term career paths - not high-pressure sales. If you're an experienced technician looking for stability and advancement, this is the opportunity for you.

What You'll Do

• Diagnose, service, and maintain commercial HVAC systems
• Work on equipment such as:
  • Rooftop units, chillers, boilers
  • Split and package systems
  • Zone control systems
• Support preventative maintenance programs for commercial clients
• Collaborate with a skilled team across industries like healthcare, manufacturing, and data centers

What We Offer

• Up to $5,000 hiring bonus
• Clear path for advancement and skill development
• Paid training + ongoing professional education
• No sales quotas-focus on your craft
• Company vehicle, fuel card and tools allowance
• Company credit card for job-related expenses
• Steady, year-round work with a growing client base
• Performance-based bonuses

Benefits Package

• 88% employer-paid medical and dental (for employee)
• Dependent coverage support after 3 years
• 401(k) with company match + discretionary contributions
• Company-paid life insurance
• Paid holidays + progressive PTO plan

What You Bring

• 7+ years of commercial/industrial HVAC experience
• Strong troubleshooting and service skills
• EPA Universal 608 certification
• NATE certification is a plus
• Solid communication and customer service skills
• Team-oriented mindset

Candidates will be required to pass a background check and drug test upon being given a conditional offer of employment.