Lead HVAC Boiler Installer

K Komfort Heating & Cooling; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Job summary

K Komfort Heating & Cooling in Milwaukee, WI is seeking an experienced Lead HVAC Boiler Installer for residential and commercial boiler systems. You will lead installation, replacement, maintenance, and troubleshooting with a focus on quality workmanship and safety.

The role requires strong mechanical aptitude, hydronic heating experience, and collaboration with contractors, technicians, and property owners to meet the highest standards.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of boiler installation experience.
• Residential and light commercial hydronic systems experience.
• Ability to read plans and wiring diagrams.
• Valid driver’s license and driving for company vehicle.
• EPA certification appreciated.
• OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead installation, replacement, and commissioning of boiler systems.
• Train team members assisting with boiler work.
• Read blueprints, piping schematics, and installation drawings.
• Install piping, pumps, expansion tanks, zone valves, controls, and venting.
• Perform startup, testing, balancing, and commissioning.
• Maintain documentation and communicate with dispatch.
• Communicate professionally with customers about operation and maintenance.
• Collaborate with project managers to ensure timely completion.
• Ensure safety policies and regulatory compliance.
• Maintain a clean, safe work environment.

Skills

Boiler installation

Hydronic piping

Gas piping

Circulator pumps

Zone controls

Boiler controls

Thermostats

Blueprint reading

Troubleshooting

Startup & commissioning

Safety & codes

Tools

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Job description

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced Lead HVAC Boiler Installer to lead installation, replacement, maintenance, and troubleshooting of residential and commercial boiler systems. The ideal candidate will have strong mechanical aptitude, experience with hydronic heating systems, and a commitment to quality workmanship, safety, and customer satisfaction. You will work closely with contractors, other technicians, and property owners to ensure each installation is completed to the highest standards.

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced Lead HVAC Boiler Installer to lead installation, replacement, maintenance, and troubleshooting of residential and commercial boiler systems. The ideal candidate will have strong mechanical aptitude, experience with hydronic heating systems, and a commitment to quality workmanship, safety, and customer satisfaction. You will work closely with contractors, other technicians, and property owners to ensure each installation is completed to the highest standards.

Technical Skills

• Boiler installation and replacement.
• Hydronic piping systems.
• Gas piping installation.
• Circulator pumps and zone controls.
• Boiler controls and thermostats.
• Blueprint and schematic reading.
• Mechanical troubleshooting.
• Start-up and commissioning procedures.
• Safety and code compliance.

Key Responsibilities

• Ability to lead installation, replacement, and commissioning of gas, oil, and hydronic boiler systems.
• Capable of training team members who would assist with boiler work.
• Remove and dispose of existing heating equipment.
• Read and interpret blueprints, piping schematics, and installation drawings.
• Install piping, pumps, expansion tanks, zone valves, controls, and venting systems.
• Perform startup, testing, balancing, and system commissioning.
• Diagnose and resolve installation-related issues.
• Maintain accurate job documentation and service records; and maintain open communication line with company dispatch for efficient scheduling.
• Communicate professionally with customers regarding system operation and maintenance.
• Collaborate with project managers and team members to ensure timely and efficient completion of projects.
• Ensure compliance with company safety policies and procedures as well as local, state, and federal codes and regulations.
• Provide excellent customer service by addressing customer inquiries and concerns with professionalism and expertise.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
• Maintain tools and equipment in good working order.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of boiler installation experience.
• Experience installing residential and light commercial hydronic heating systems.
• Ability to read plans, blueprints, technical specs, and wiring diagrams.
• Knowledge of plumbing, gas piping, and heating controls.
• Ability to lift 75+ pounds and work in confined spaces, attics, basements, and mechanical rooms.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Familiarity with current regulations and standards.
• Valid driver's license and ability to meet driving requirements for a company vehicle.
• High school diploma or equivalent; relevant technical certification or degree is preferred.
• HVAC or Plumbing apprenticeship a plus.
• EPA certification is appreciated.
• OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 certification considered a plus.

Physical Demands & Cognitive Requirements

• Ability to lift, carry, and push 75+ pounds and work in confined spaces.
• Comfortable working in varying weather conditions and construction environments.
• Capability to perform manual tasks over extended periods.
• Physically capable of working on 30 foot ladders and work from elevated surfaces.

Company Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Employer provided life/AD&D insurance.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Paid time off and paid holidays.
• Coming in 2027: Employer provided Short-Term Disability Coverage.
• Growth-oriented work culture.

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) incumbent in this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments. All duties and responsibilities are essential functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. To perform this job successfully, the incumbents will possess the skills, aptitudes, and abilities to perform each duty proficiently. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health or safety of themselves or others. The requirements listed in this document are the minimum levels of knowledge, skills, or abilities. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an "at will" relationship.