Licensed HVAC/R Technician

Rise Group; Worcester (MA); On-site; USD 41,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vehicle provided

Health benefits

PTO & holidays

401(k) + ESOP

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

RISE Group in Worcester, MA is seeking a licensed HVAC/R Technician to support installation, maintenance, and repair of commercial and industrial systems. You will work on boilers, chillers, ventilation, VRF, and refrigeration, performing repairs, retrofits, and preventive maintenance.

This full-time role requires a MA Journeyman Refrigeration License, EPA certification, and a valid driver's license. You will collaborate with engineering and fabrication teams and contribute to energy-efficient

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years commercial HVAC service experience.
• Minimum 3 years HVAC system installation experience.
• MA Journeyman Refrigeration License.
• EPA universal certification.
• Valid driver’s license; must possess hand tools.
• High school diploma; strong communication skills; willing to learn controls.

Responsibilities

• Service, install, and troubleshoot commercial HVAC systems.
• Collaborate with engineering and fabrication teams to deliver end-to-end solutions.

Skills

HVAC service

HVAC installation

Troubleshooting

Communication

Hand tools

Driver's license

Education

High School diploma

Tools

EPA certification

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: WORCESTER, MA 01606

Position Type: Full Time

Education Level: High School

Salary Range: $30.00 - $40.00 Hourly

Travel Percentage: Road Warrior

Job Shift: Day

Job Category: Holden

Sign On Bonus: $5,000

Position Overview

Holden Mechanical is seeking a skilled Licensed HVAC/R Technician to support the installation, maintenance, and repair of commercial and industrial mechanical systems in Worcester, MA. This role covers a broad range of equipment including heating systems (boilers, furnaces, geothermal), ventilation (ductwork, air balancing, industrial systems), air conditioning (VRF, chilled water, humidity control), and refrigeration (walk-in units, process cooling, data centers). As part of a full-service mechanical contractor, the technician will work on repairs, retrofits, preventative maintenance, and new system installations. This position also supports piping installation, energy‑efficient upgrades, and collaboration with engineering and fabrication teams to deliver high-quality, end-to-end mechanical solutions.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Minimum 3 years commercial HVAC service experience
• Minimum 3 years HVAC system installation experience
• Motivated and enjoy working in the HVAC industry
• MA Journeyman Refrigeration License
• Troubleshooting and diagnostic skills
• EPA universal certification
• Valid driver’s license
• Must possess hand tools
• Good communication skills
• High school diploma
• Skills in controls installation and troubleshooting or a willingness to learn

Work Environment

This position requires the employee to work both inside and outside. The employee may be subject to loud noises and hot and cold temperatures while on work site.

Positions Type and Expected hours of Work

This is a full-time 40-hour position. Days and hours of work are Monday through Friday 7:00 AM to 4:00 PM.

Travel

Daily travel to job sites throughout MA

Physical Demands

• Lifting weight up to and over 75 lbs. in both a vertical and horizontal range of motion
• Crawl, stoop, stand, reach (push/pull) & bend to perform necessary work
• Able to ascend and descend on extension ladders, step ladders and stairs using feet and/or hands and arms
• Able to drive a company vehicle and walk around at job sites
• Reading, computer input, typing and answering the phone
• Clarity of vision at both over 20 feet and under 20 inches
• Able to judge depth (distance & space relationships), have a good field of vision and identify and distinguish colors
• Adjustment of eye to bring object to sharp focus

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive Wages
• Health care benefits through United HealthCare
• Delta Dental and Vision Service Plan
• Significant amount of Prevailing Wage work
• Company provided Vehicle, Phone, Laptop
• Paid time off and holidays
• Employer-matching 401(k) retirement plan
• Employer-paid Employee Stock Ownership Program (ESOP)
• Employer-paid life and AD&D insurance; access to short and long-term disability insurance
• Tuition reimbursement

Who We Are

The RISE Group is an employee-owned, professional engineering firm that provides a complete range of consulting, design, and energy services to customers throughout the United States and internationally. Our multi-disciplined engineering and technical staff specialize in failure analysis, engineering design, process optimization, and condition assessment. Our work demonstrates how creative collaboration can produce outstanding results for our clients and our communities.

Our Culture

At RISE, our customers come from all walks of life -- and so do our employees! We hire amazing people from a wide variety of backgrounds, not just because it’s the right thing to do, but because it makes our company stronger. We can confidently state that we are successful as a direct result of our diversity.

From day one and throughout your career with us, you’ll find a workplace culture with expansive personal & professional development opportunities, cutting edge technology, a place where relationships are valued, and work/life balance is always a priority.

Background Checks & Hiring Practices

RISE Group Inc. is an E-Verify participant and will conduct background investigations and pre-employment screening of candidates for employment. Pre-employment activities will be conducted on qualified applicants after acceptance of a job offer.

DEI & EEO

We are committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) within our workplace and in our communities. It is our policy to provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other applicable federal or state-protected classification.

RISE Group Inc. is an employee-owned company and an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. We welcome applications from all backgrounds regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, disability, or any other classification protected by law.