Lead HVAC Service Technician

Vitt Heating & Air Conditioning; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 62,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Company vehicle

401(k) match

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

Uniforms provided

Leadership training

Job summary

Vitt Heating and Air Conditioning is seeking a seasoned Lead HVAC Service Technician to lead a service team while continuing field work. You will diagnose complex residential HVAC systems, mentor junior technicians, and drive safety, quality workmanship, and customer satisfaction.

The role requires at least five years of residential HVAC experience, EPA Universal Certification, and a valid driver's license. A no on-call policy accompanies a competitive pay range and benefits.

Qualifications

• Five or more years of residential HVAC service experience.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Strong leadership and mentoring abilities.
• EPA Universal Certification is required.

Responsibilities

• Handle advanced residential HVAC diagnostics and repairs.
• Support technicians with difficult troubleshooting and technical questions.
• Provide coaching and field training to newer technicians.
• Promote safety, quality workmanship, and customer satisfaction.
• Help improve departmental processes and efficiency.
• Lead by example through professionalism and accountability.
• Foster a collaborative, team-oriented work environment.
• Complete service documentation and maintain accurate records.
• Collaborate with the Service Manager on scheduling priorities and training needs.
• Help implement new service procedures and promote best practices across the department.

Skills

Leadership

Coaching

Communication

Organization

Education

EPA Universal Certification

Job description

Lead HVAC Service Technician

Pay Range: $45-$60/hour depending on experience

Location: St. Louis, MO

Hours: Monday-Friday | 8:00 AM-5:00 PM

Lead a Team While Continuing to Do What You Love

Vitt Heating and Air Conditioning is hiring an experienced Lead HVAC Service Technician to combine advanced field service with leadership responsibilities. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys coaching others, solving difficult technical problems, and helping build a high-performing service department.

What We Offer

• Up to $10,000 Sign-On Bonus
• No on-call requirement
• Take-home company vehicle
• 401(k) with 4% employer match
• 50% employer-paid medical insurance
• Dental and vision benefits
• Paid Time Off
• Company-provided technology and uniforms
• Ongoing leadership and technical training
• Career growth opportunities

Daily Responsibilities

• Handle advanced residential HVAC diagnostics and repairs
• Support technicians with difficult troubleshooting and technical questions
• Provide coaching and field training to newer technicians
• Promote safety, quality workmanship, and customer satisfaction
• Help improve departmental processes and efficiency
• Lead by example through professionalism and accountability
• Foster a collaborative, team-oriented work environment
• Complete service documentation and maintain accurate records
• Collaborate with the Service Manager on scheduling priorities and technical training needs.
• Help implement new service procedures and promote best practices across the department.

Requirements

• Five or more years of residential HVAC service experience
• EPA Universal Certification
• Valid driver's license with a clean driving history
• Strong leadership and mentoring abilities
• Excellent communication and organizational skills
• Commitment to delivering outstanding customer experiences

Why Join Vitt Heating and Air Conditioning?

We're a multi-generational, family-owned business that believes our people are our greatest asset. We invest in our employees through training, leadership development, and opportunities to build rewarding long-term careers. If you're looking for a leadership position where you can continue working in the field while making a meaningful impact on your team, we'd love to hear from you.

Candidates will be required to pass a background check and drug test upon being given a conditional offer of employment