Lead HVAC Installer – Residential Retrofit Specialist

American Residential Services (ARS); Columbia (MD); On-site; USD 62,000 - 94,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance benefits

Low-cost medical

HSA/FSA options

401(k) with company match

PTO & holidays

Company-paid life insurance

Take-home vehicle

Uniforms provided

Weekly direct deposit

HVAC training

Job summary

Blue Dot Heating, Air Conditioning is hiring experienced Residential HVAC Lead Installers to install heating and air conditioning systems in Columbia, MD. This is a full-time, year-round role with steady work and strong earning potential.

We offer benefits after 31 days, low-cost medical, dental, and vision, HSA/FSA options, 401(k) with company match, vacation and holidays, and a take-home vehicle with gas card. EPA certification preferred or obtainable through employer support.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of HVAC installation experience.
• Comfortable leading installs with a helper.
• Working knowledge of local HVAC inspection codes.
• EPA Certification (or ability to obtain).
• Valid driver’s license with good driving record.
• Ability to lift heavy HVAC equipment and work in attics or crawlspaces.

Responsibilities

• Remove and replace outdated HVAC systems, including furnaces, heat pumps, and air conditioning units.
• Install complete residential heating and air conditioning systems following manufacturer specifications and HVAC codes.
• Lead residential HVAC installations with support from an assigned HVAC installer helper.
• Start up, test, and troubleshoot newly installed HVAC equipment.
• Ensure all HVAC installation work meets safety, quality, and inspection standards.
• Deliver professional service and maintain a clean job site during every HVAC installation.

Skills

HVAC installation

Lead installer

Safety compliance

Tools

EPA Certification

Job description

Company Name

Blue Dot Heating, Air Conditioning

Overview

Pay: $30-45 per hourSign-On Bonus: UP TO $5,000 based on interview, experience, and MD HVAC license classEarning potential over $100K/year based on performance

Job Type: Full-Time | Year-RoundIndustry: Residential HVAC Installation

Growing HVAC team serving the Columbia area is hiring experienced Lead Installers—steady work, strong demand, and year-round opportunity.

Blue Dot, in partnership with American Residential Services (ARS) is the largest provider of residential HVAC, heating, air conditioning, plumbing, and electrical services in the United States. With over 7,000 employees and 45+ years of experience, ARS delivers trusted residential HVAC installation, heating and air conditioning service, and home comfort solutions to homeowners nationwide.

We are hiring experienced HVAC Lead Installers to install residential heating and air conditioning systems, including furnaces, heat pumps, air conditioners, and complete HVAC systems.

What We Offer

• Insurance benefits available after 31 days

• Low-cost medical (as low as $5/week), dental, and vision

• HSA/FSA options

• 401(k) with company match

• 13 days PTO + 8 paid holidays

• Company-paid life insurance

• Take-home vehicle + gas card

• Uniforms provided + cleaning service

• Weekly direct deposit

• Ongoing HVAC training and career advancement

Responsibilities

As a Residential HVAC Lead Installer, you will:

• Remove and replace outdated HVAC systems, including furnaces, heat pumps, and air conditioning units

• Install complete residential heating and air conditioning systems following manufacturer specifications and HVAC codes

• Lead residential HVAC installations with support from an assigned HVAC installer helper

• Start up, test, and troubleshoot newly installed HVAC equipment

• Ensure all HVAC installation work meets safety, quality, and inspection standards

• Deliver professional service and maintain a clean job site during every HVAC installation

This is a full-time, year-round HVAC installation position with consistent work and strong earning potential.

Qualifications

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of HVAC installation experience required

• Comfortable leading HVAC installs with a helper

• Working knowledge of local HVAC inspection codes

• EPA Certification (or ability to obtain)

• Valid driver’s license with good driving record

• Ability to lift heavy HVAC equipment and work in attics or crawlspaces

• Must pass background check and drug screening

Note: This posting outlines potential pay ranges and opportunities, which are not guaranteed and does not represent a formal offer. Additional compensation may be offered based on experience and will be outlined in an offer letter addendum. ARS is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any other protected status under applicable federal, state, or local laws. Privacy policy available upon request.