Lead HVAC Installation Technician

Great Lakes Heating and Air Conditioning; South Bend (IN); On-site; USD 40,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Great Lakes Heating & Air Conditioning is hiring a full-time Lead HVAC Installation Technician in South Bend, IN. You will oversee residential HVAC installations, guide removal and replacement, and ensure quality standards are met throughout each project.

Responsibilities include water heater installations, coordinating recycling of outdated systems, and supporting construction-style projects while preparing inventory for peak demand.

Qualifications

• Valid driver's license required.
• Familiar with basic hand tools.
• Familiar with using an iPad.
• Ability to use a 2-wheeled dolly/handcart.
• Physical ability to lift and carry heavy items with assistance.
• Willingness to travel to MI & IN service areas (70-minute drive from South Bend).
• 5+ years HVAC experience is a plus.
• EPA Type II Certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee residential HVAC installations, guide removal and replacement, ensure quality standards.
• Handle water heater installations and coordinate recycling of outdated systems during slower seasons.
• Support construction-style projects and prepare inventory for peak demand.
• Lead projects to keep schedule on track and maintain customer confidence.

Skills

Valid driver's license

Physical ability to lift heavy items

Willingness to travel

Leadership capability

5+ years residential HVAC experience

Education

EPA Type II Certification

Tools

iPad

Two-wheeled dolly/handcart

Job description

Great Lakes Heating & Air Conditioning is hiring a full-time Lead HVAC Installation Technician in South Bend, IN.

You receive hourly compensation with PRU piece-rate incentives, placing annual earnings between $40,000 and $85,000. Your benefits package includes medical, dental, and vision insurance, an HSA/FSA, life insurance, a 401(k) with company match, bonus programs, education assistance, growth opportunities, company-provided uniforms, a mentor/apprentice program, company events, a take-home vehicle, college degree programs through ABC and Vincennes College, and select company-provided tools.

Keep reading if you want leadership responsibility without sacrificing work-life balance.

ABOUT THIS LEAD HVAC INSTALLATION TECHNICIAN ROLE

Your day begins with a 7:30 a.m. shop check-in, followed by installation work during standard hours of 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday. Schedules flex based on job completion, with additional overtime, evening, and on-call opportunities.

You oversee residential HVAC installations, guide efficient equipment removal and replacement, and ensure quality standards are met every step of the way. You handle water heater installations, coordinate recycling of outdated systems during slower seasons, support construction-style projects, and help prepare inventory and processes for peak demand. Your leadership keeps projects running smoothly and customers confident in their comfort solutions.

WHO WE ARE

At Great Lakes Heating & Air Conditioning, we pride ourselves on delivering exceptional service with a personal touch. Established in 1957, we are one of the few locally owned HVAC companies still operating in the Michiana area. Our owner, who joined us in 1989, has risen through the ranks, bringing invaluable hands-on experience to our leadership. This commitment to an authentic, honest, and collaborative culture ensures that our standards of professionalism are upheld at every level.

We actively encourage our team members to expand their knowledge, enhance their skills, and grow within the industry. Since we are part of the communities we serve, our work goes beyond servicing customers; it's about supporting neighbors, building friendships, and fostering connections right here at home. If you're seeking a team that values both your personal and professional growth, Great Lakes Heating & Air Conditioning is the ideal choice.

CRITERIA TO BECOME OUR LEAD HVAC INSTALLATION TECHNICIAN

• Valid driver's license
• Familiar with basic hand tools
• Familiar with using an iPad
• Ability to use a 2-wheeled dolly/handcart
• Physical ability to properly and safely lift and carry heavy items such as furnaces and air conditioners with assistance
• Ability to travel to homes throughout our Michigan and Indiana service areas (70-minute drive from our South Bend address)
• 5+ years of experience in the Residential HVAC field is a plus
• EPA Type II Certified is preferred

We are looking for candidates with 0 years or 5+ years of experience in the HVAC field who are eager to learn, willing to embrace change, and committed to enhancing their skills.

Must have an acceptable motor vehicle record and the ability to pass a pre-employment background check and drug screening