Master / Lead HVAC Technician & Commercial Mechanical Specialist

The Contractor Consultants; Pleasantville (NJ); On-site; USD 40,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay cycle

Company vehicle / fleet support

Personal tool replacement program

401(k) with employer match

Smartphone/tablet technology package

Job summary

Jenkins Plumbing and Heating Co is seeking an experienced Master / Lead HVAC Technician & Commercial Mechanical Specialist to oversee installations, diagnostics, and retrofits across Pleasantville and South Jersey. You will manage residential and commercial projects, install and service forced air systems, heat pumps, hydronic boilers, and RTUs.

This senior role requires active EPA certification, 10+ years of hands-on HVAC experience, and strong electrical diagnostic skills.

Qualifications

• Active Universal EPA Certification (Section 608) required for refrigerant handling and recovery.
• Minimum 10 years of verified hands-on HVAC installation, service, and diagnostic troubleshooting.
• Deep knowledge of electrical schematics, low-voltage controls, refrigerant charging, combustion analysis, and air balancing.

Responsibilities

• Install, troubleshoot, and repair residential and commercial HVAC systems, rooftop units, heat pumps, furnaces, boilers, and VRF systems.
• Perform preventative maintenance and performance audits for peak efficiency and IAQ.
• Diagnose electrical control faults, compressor failures, airflow restrictions, and refrigerant leaks.
• Design, measure, modify, and install ductwork, ventilation runs, condensate lines, and line sets.
• Maintain EPA refrigerant recovery compliance with codes and safety practices.
• Explain system failures and repair options to property managers and owners.
• Complete digital service tickets and maintenance logs using mobile tech.
• Lead apprentices and mentor junior technicians on refrigerant handling.

Skills

HVAC installation

Electrical schematics

EPA Section 608 handling

Physical stamina

Driver license

Tools

HVAC diagnostic tools

Job description

Master / Lead HVAC Technician & Commercial Mechanical Specialist

Company Name: Jenkins Plumbing and Heating Co

Location: Pleasantville, NJ (Atlantic City Metro & Greater South Jersey Operations)

Job Type: Full Time, Permanent

Schedule: Full Time, Monday through Friday (Overtime potential and emergency on-call rotation as required)

Industry: Residential & Commercial HVAC, Mechanical Contracting, Hydronic Systems, and Public Works

Pay Scale: $29.00 to $38.00 per hour ($60,320.00 to $79,040.00 base annual equivalent) based on experience

Mandatory Credentials: Active EPA Certification & 10 years of professional HVAC experience required

Incentives: Weekly Pay Cycle, Immediate Access to High-yield Prevailing Wage Projects, Company Vehicle / Fleet Support, Personal Tool Replacement Program, Corporate 401(k) with Employer Match, Smartphone/Tablet Technology Package

The Opportunity

Jenkins Plumbing and Heating Co is seeking an experienced Master / Lead HVAC Technician & Commercial Mechanical Specialist to oversee heating, ventilation, and air conditioning installations, diagnostics, and system retrofits across Pleasantville and the surrounding South Jersey market.

In this senior field technical role, you will take operational ownership over residential and commercial HVAC projects—installing, troubleshooting, and servicing forced air systems, heat pumps, ductless mini-splits, hydronic boilers, and commercial rooftop units (RTUs). Working with an established, community-focused mechanical contractor built on quality craftsmanship, you will benefit from steady year-round employment with no seasonal layoffs. If you bring 10 or more years of hands-on HVAC experience, active EPA certification, deep electrical/refrigerant diagnostic skills, and a commitment to trade excellence, Jenkins Plumbing and Heating Co provides top-tier hourly pay, prevailing wage access, company vehicle options, and a dedicated tool replacement program.

Key Responsibilities

• System Installation & Complex Repairs: Install, troubleshoot, and repair residential and commercial HVAC systems, rooftop units (RTUs), heat pumps, furnaces, boilers, and VRF systems.
• Preventative Maintenance & Performance Audits: Execute comprehensive seasonal maintenance protocols on commercial and residential mechanical systems to ensure peak operating efficiency and indoor air quality.
• Diagnostic & Electrical Troubleshooting: Diagnose complex electrical control faults, compressor failures, airflow restrictions, circuit board anomalies, and refrigerant leaks.
• Ductwork & Line Set Assembly: Design, measure, modify, and install sheet metal ductwork, ventilation runs, condensate lines, and brazed refrigerant copper line sets.
• EPA & Regulatory Code Compliance: Enforce strict adherence to EPA refrigerant recovery protocols, local mechanical codes, electrical standards, and corporate safety practices.
• Customer Stewardship & Service Explanation: Interact directly with commercial property managers and homeowners—explaining system failures, presenting repair or replacement options, and maintaining clean work zones.
• Digital Field Reporting: Complete accurate digital service tickets, equipment maintenance logs, and daily work orders using company-provided mobile technology.
• Mentorship & Apprentice Guidance: Lead field installation teams, mentor junior apprentices on safe refrigerant handling, and assist with trade skills development.

What You Need to Succeed (Qualifications)

Required

• Mandatory Credentialing: Active Universal EPA Certification (Section 608) strictly required for refrigerant handling and recovery.
• Extensive Industry Tenure: Minimum 10 years of verified hands-on experience in residential or commercial HVAC installation, service, and diagnostic troubleshooting.
• Systems & Technical Mastery: Deep technical knowledge of electrical schematics, low-voltage controls, refrigerant charging, combustion analysis, and air balancing.
• Physical Capabilities: Ability to perform active mechanical labor—working on roofs, in attics, crawl spaces, on ladders, and lifting heavy equipment (up to 75 lbs).
• Mobility Credentials: Valid Driver License with an insurable driving record to operate company-provided service vehicles.
• Tool Assets: Must possess basic hand tools and personal HVAC diagnostic hand tools.

Preferred

• Specialized Certifications: Active NATE Certification, New Jersey Master HVACR License, or Factory Training (e.g., Carrier, Trane, Mitsubishi).
• Hydronics & Commercial Controls: Specialized background in commercial hydronic heating systems, chillers, or building management systems (BMS).

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive Hourly Earnings: $29.00 to $38.00 per hour based on technical mechanical experience, paid on a dependable weekly pay cycle.
• Public Works Upside: Direct access to high-yield Prevailing Wage projects and overtime earning opportunities.
• Wealth & Retirement: 401(k) Retirement Savings Program featuring direct employer matching contributions.
• Health & Welfare: Comprehensive Medical Insurance plan options and safety equipment provided.
• Work-Life Balance: Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) allocations covering paid holidays, vacation weeks, and personal sick days.
• Fleet & Tool Support: Company vehicle/mileage program, Personal Tool Replacement Program, uniforms provided, and a corporate technology package (smartphone/tablet).
• Performance Incentives: Participation in active sales promotions, performance contests, and company community events.

About Jenkins Plumbing and Heating Co

Jenkins Plumbing and Heating Co is an established mechanical contractor dedicated to craftsmanship, long-term employee retention, and community values. Beyond delivering elite heating and cooling solutions across South Jersey, we actively support local churches and regional charities, maintaining a supportive work environment where technicians build lifelong, rewarding careers.

Selection choices are guided strictly by job-related capabilities, technical trade skills, and verified field execution records.