Lead HVAC Installer

The Contractor Consultants; Dearborn Heights (MI); On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Health insurance

Paid time off

Training programs

Company vehicle

Team events

Job summary

Mechanical Heating, Cooling & Electrical is seeking a Lead Installer to head residential and commercial HVAC installation projects in Dearborn Heights, MI. You will serve as a key technical field leader ensuring premium standard installations with safety and quality.

Requires 5+ years of HVAC field experience, reading schematics, and willingness to travel up to 50%. The role offers $25–$35 per hour, performance-based bonuses, paid training, and a company vehicle in a family-owned environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of related work experience in mechanical HVAC field installations.
• Proven background completing complex residential or commercial heating and cooling projects.
• Strong ability to read technical schematics, system layouts, and manufacturer installation specifications.
• Willingness to travel up to 50% of working hours to dynamic jobsite locations.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day field operations for residential and commercial heating and cooling installation projects.
• Execute precise equipment replacements, retrofits, and system setups following safety standards.
• Coordinate daily jobsite logistics to meet timelines and quality benchmarks.
• Troubleshoot real-time mechanical challenges on-site to ensure efficiency.
• Mentor junior technicians and apprentices to foster growth and safety.
• Represent company values of professionalism, quality workmanship, and exceptional service on every jobsite.

Skills

HVAC installations

HVAC project execution

Reading schematics

Travel up to 50%

Job description

Lead Installer — Lead HVAC Installations for Mechanical Heating, Cooling & Electrical

Job Overview

• Company: Mechanical Heating, Cooling & Electrical
• Salary/Pay Rate: $25 to $35 per hour (plus Performance Based Bonus)
• Location: Dearborn Heights, MI
• Job/Employment Type: Full Time
• Project Scope: Residential & Commercial Mechanical HVAC Installations
• Mandatory Licences & Certifications: Valid Driving License

The Opportunity

You will serve as a key technical field leader, driving high-quality residential and commercial HVAC installation projects across the region. This role provides the autonomy to execute complex mechanical installs while building a long-term career with a family-owned company that invests in your professional growth. You will deliver premium standard installations while receiving full support, continuous training, and performance-based rewards.

How You Will Make an Impact

• Lead day-to-day field operations for residential and commercial heating and cooling installation projects.
• Execute precise equipment replacements, retrofits, and system setups following rigid safety standards.
• Coordinate daily jobsite logistics to maintain strict project execution timelines and quality benchmarks.
• Troubleshoot real-time mechanical challenges on-site to ensure optimal operational efficiency.
• Mentor junior technicians and apprentices to foster technical growth and team safety compliance.
• Represent company core values of professionalism, quality workmanship, and exceptional service on every jobsite.

Required Qualifications & Experience

• Minimum of 5 years of related work experience in mechanical HVAC field installations.
• Proven background successfully completing complex residential or commercial heating and cooling projects.
• Strong ability to read technical schematics, system layouts, and manufacturer installation specifications.
• Willingness to travel up to 50% of working hours to dynamic jobsite locations.

Preferred Qualifications & Experience

• Experience leading field teams or managing jobsite workflows in a primary installer role.
• Advanced knowledge of modern high-efficiency HVAC equipment and control systems.
• Demonstrated history of continuous technical education and manufacturer training certifications.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive hourly pay ranging from $25 to $35 per hour with overtime potential.
• Performance-based bonuses and project completion incentive programs.
• 401(k) retirement savings program with generous employer matching.
• Comprehensive health coverage including medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Paid time off
• Paid training programs, apprenticeships, and specialized certifications including OSHA, safety, and manufacturer training.
• Company vehicle, tech package (smartphone or tablet), uniforms, and all essential safety equipment provided.
• Annual company trips, outings, and team events in a family-owned work environment.

About Us

Mechanical Heating, Cooling & Electrical is a trusted family-owned trade contractor delivering top-tier residential and commercial services. We focus on building long-term careers through paid education, competitive rewards, and a strong culture of quality standards.

Mechanical Heating, Cooling & Electrical is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender expression, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), political affiliation, military service, or any other status protected by law or regulations. It is our intention that all qualified applicants be given equal opportunity and that selection decisions be based on job-related factors.