Multi Family Lead Installer

Airtron; Independence (KY); On-site; USD 30,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equal opportunity employer

Job summary

Airtron in Independence, KY seeks an experienced HVAC installer to lead residential new-construction installs, reading blueprints and specs to ensure precise work.

You will install furnaces, air handlers, condensers, ductwork, and perform start-up and commissioning, while mentoring junior installers and coordinating with builders and supervisors.

Requires 3–5+ years in residential/multi-family HVAC, valid driver's license, and willingness to overtime; equal opportunity employer.

Qualifications

• 3–5+ years of HVAC installation experience in residential new construction or multi-family construction.
• Previous experience leading installation projects or mentoring crew members preferred.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision while maintaining high-quality workmanship.
• Strong knowledge of HVAC equipment, installation methods, ductwork fabrication, and system start-up procedures.
• Ability to read blueprints and construction drawings.
• Comfortable using tablets, laptops, or mobile devices to complete documentation and communicate with the team.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Valid driver’s license with a satisfactory driving record.
• Willingness to work overtime or occasional weekends as project demands require.

Responsibilities

• Lead the installation of HVAC systems in multi-family residential new construction projects.
• Read and interpret blueprints, construction plans, and manufacturer specifications.
• Install furnaces, air handlers, condensers, ventilation systems, refrigerant lines, ductwork, and related HVAC components.
• Fabricate and install ductwork and fittings as needed.
• Perform equipment start-up, testing, and system commissioning.

Skills

HVAC installation

Blueprint reading

Teamwork

Mentoring

Communication

Safety awareness

Education

HVAC trade school certification

EPA Certification

Tools

Tablets / laptops for documentation

Job description

Job Description:

Essential Duties/Responsibilities* :

• Lead the installation of heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and refrigeration (HVAC) systems in multi-family residential new construction projects.
• Read and interpret blueprints, construction plans, and manufacturer specifications to ensure accurate installations.
• Install furnaces, air handlers, condensers, ventilation systems, refrigerant lines, ductwork, and related HVAC components.
• Fabricate and install ductwork and fittings as needed.
• Perform equipment start-up, testing, and system commissioning to verify proper operation.
• Troubleshoot installation issues and coordinate necessary corrections to maintain project quality and timelines.
• Ensure installations meet company standards, manufacturer requirements, and applicable building codes.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and organized job site while following all company safety policies.
• Complete installation documentation and project paperwork accurately and on time.
• Coordinate with supervisors, builders, and other trades to keep projects moving efficiently.
• Mentor and support less experienced installers by providing guidance and training on job sites.
• Other duties as assigned.

* Duties may vary by location.

Minimum Requirements:

• 3–5+ years of HVAC installation experience in residential new construction or multi-family construction.
• Previous experience leading installation projects or mentoring crew members preferred.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision while maintaining high-quality workmanship.
• Strong knowledge of HVAC equipment, installation methods, ductwork fabrication, and system start-up procedures.
• Ability to read blueprints and construction drawings.
• Comfortable using tablets, laptops, or mobile devices to complete documentation and communicate with the team.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Valid driver’s license with a satisfactory driving record.
• Willingness to work overtime or occasional weekends as project demands require.

Preferred Qualifications:

• HVAC trade school certification
• EPA Certification

Additional Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Willingness to learn and be a part of a team
• Positive attitude and a team player
• Ability to build positive relationships with customers, both internal and external
• Willingness and ability to work collaboratively with all levels of the organization
• Safety mindset and acceptance of a safety culture

Working Conditions:

• Majority of work will take place at occupied residential homes and/or construction sites. Minimal time spent in an office environment
• Travel by vehicle to and from work locations
• Regularly exposed to construction environments involving equipment, elevated work areas, confined spaces, noise, dust, hazardous materials and odors
• Comfortable working both indoors and outdoors, exposed to all weather conditions (including heat, rain, cold and wind) while wearing appropriate PPE

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to drive and operate a motorized passenger vehicle or forklift
• Must be able to lift/move up to 50 pounds frequently
• Frequently performs tasks requiring climbing, bending at the waist, crawling, kneeling, crouching
• Must be able to work at heights, climb ladders and stairways, and occasionally work on platforms/scaffolding (using the appropriate fall protection requirements)
• Must be able to wear required personal protective equipment (PPE) including but not limited to hard hat, safety glasses, ear plugs, masks/respirators, reflective safety vests, gloves and safety toe, construction-grade work boots
• Must be able to adhere to long periods of standing, walking or sitting
• Ability to hear, understand and distinguish speech and/or other sounds to operate phones or other equipment safely.
• With natural or corrected vision, able to see and focus for close, distance, peripheral vision with normal depth perception
• Ability to express or exchange ideas by means of the spoken word to impart oral information to others
• Ability to enter text or data into a hand-held device or computer by means of a traditional keyboard or 10-key numeric keypad
• Must be able to use arms and hands to reach overhead, signal, grab, hold, lift, turn, push and pull objects and tools

* Physical requirements may vary by location.

Airtron is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.