Lead Commercial HVAC Tech

BMI Mechanical, Inc; Bakersfield (CA); On-site; USD 94,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Up to $5,000 hiring bonus

Paid training + ongoing education

Company vehicle, fuel card & tools

Company credit card for expenses

Steady year-round work

Performance-based bonuses

Job summary

Bakersfield, CA based BMI Mechanical, Inc. is hiring a Lead Commercial HVAC Tech to diagnose, service, and maintain commercial HVAC systems across varied facilities. Expect rooftop units, chillers, boilers, and zone control work with a focus on reliability and customer service.

Earners enjoy year-round, stable work with strong growth opportunities, paid training, and bonuses. Background checks and drug testing are required after a conditional offer.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of commercial/industrial HVAC experience.
• EPA Universal 608 certification required.
• Strong troubleshooting and customer service skills.
• Team-oriented and reliable with a professional approach.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose, service, and maintain commercial HVAC systems.
• Work on rooftop units, chillers, boilers, split and package systems, and zone control.
• Support preventative maintenance programs for commercial clients.
• Collaborate with a skilled team across industries such as healthcare and data centers.

Skills

HVAC troubleshooting

Service skills

Customer service

Team-oriented mindset

7+ years HVAC experience

Education

EPA Universal 608 certification

NATE certification is a 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.