Lead Ductless / Heat Pump Installer

Mrairnyc; New York (NY); On-site; USD 55,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company truck and fuel card

Tools provided

Health insurance and retirement plan

Paid time off and holidays

Employee discount and assistance

Referral program and professional dev.

Paid technical training and field-lab

Flexible schedule

No on-call

Job summary

MR. AIR NYC is seeking a Lead Ductless / Heat Pump Installer to independently lead complex installations across New York City. This senior role requires guiding a crew, solving challenging jobsite conditions, and mentoring less-experienced installers.

The candidate will oversee installations of ductless mini-splits, heat pumps, VRF systems, and related components, ensuring safety, quality, and customer satisfaction on premium residential and commercial projects.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of HVAC installation experience.
• Significant ductless mini-split and heat pump experience.
• Demonstrated experience leading HVAC installations independently.
• EPA Section 608 certification (Universal strongly preferred).
• Strong knowledge of refrigerant piping, pressure testing, and evacuation.
• Ability to read plans, specs, and manufacturer instructions.
• Experience directing helpers or developing installers.
• Professional customer communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead installation crews from arrival through commissioning and customer handoff.
• Install and supervise ductless mini-splits, heat pumps, multi-zone, cassette, concealed-ducted, VRF, and related systems.
• Install and verify refrigerant piping, electrical wiring, and condensate management.
• Perform pressure testing, evacuation, micron testing, startup, and commissioning.
• Maintain high workmanship standards and complete required documentation.
• Train and mentor helpers and developing installers.
• Communicate professionally with customers and office staff.

Skills

HVAC installation experience

Ductless mini-splits experience

Leadership of installations

Education

EPA Section 608 certification (Universal preferred)

Tools

Mitsubishi Electric CITY MULTI/VRF

Fujitsu systems

Daikin systems

Job description

MR. AIR NYC

Lead Ductless / Heat Pump Installer

Job type: Full-time

Work location: Based in Brooklyn, with field installations throughout New York City

Base pay: $40-$52 per hour, based on relevant experience, demonstrated competency, and leadership ability

Lead Complex HVAC Installations. Work with NYC's Ductless Experts.

MR. AIR NYC is a specialized HVAC company serving NYC's high-value residential and commercial properties -- brownstones, townhouses, apartments, condos, co-ops, and older buildings. We're a Mitsubishi Elite Diamond Contractor known for precision, professionalism, and premium client experiences.

We're hiring a Lead Ductless / Heat Pump Installer to independently lead complex installations across New York City. This is a senior field position for an installer who can lead a crew, solve difficult jobsite conditions, and help develop less‑experienced installers.

What You'll Do

• Lead installation crews from arrival through commissioning and customer handoff
• Install and supervise ductless mini-splits, heat pumps, multi-zone, cassette, concealed-ducted, VRF, and related systems
• Install and verify refrigerant piping, electrical wiring, and condensate management
• Perform pressure testing, evacuation, micron testing, startup, and commissioning
• Maintain high workmanship standards and complete required documentation
• Train and mentor helpers and developing installers
• Communicate professionally with customers and office staff

What You Bring

• 5+ years of HVAC installation experience (strongly preferred)
• Significant ductless mini-split and heat pump experience
• Demonstrated experience leading HVAC installations independently
• EPA Section 608 certification (Universal strongly preferred)
• Strong knowledge of refrigerant piping, pressure testing, and evacuation
• Ability to read plans, specs, and manufacturer instructions
• Experience directing helpers or developing installers
• Professional customer communication skills

Preferred:

• Mitsubishi Electric, CITY MULTI/VRF, Fujitsu, or Daikin systems
• Brownstone, townhouse, historic-building, or retrofit experience
• Multi-zone systems, branch boxes, ceiling cassettes, concealed ducted systems

What You’ll Get

• $40-$52/hour (based on experience, competency, and leadership ability)
• Full-time position
• Company truck and fuel card
• Tools provided
• Health insurance and retirement plan (IRA similar to 401(k))
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• Employee discount and assistance program
• Referral program and professional development assistance
• Paid technical training and field-lab sessions
• Flexible schedule (no Sundays, occasional Saturdays)
• No on-call

MR. AIR NYC provides equal employment opportunities to qualified applicants and employees without unlawful discrimination based on protected characteristics.