New Construction HVAC Estimator Apprentice

Rjkielty; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

R.J. Kielty Plumbing, Air & Electric in Florida is seeking a motivated New Construction HVAC Estimator Apprentice. This entry-level role offers on‑the‑job training to develop estimating skills for residential projects.

You will work closely with experienced estimators, review plans, and assist with takeoffs and bid submissions. You should have basic HVAC exposure, strong numerical skills, and a willingness to learn estimating software and industry requirements.

Qualifications

• Strong computer skills and basic HVAC knowledge.
• Ability to read and interpret construction plans or willingness to learn.
• Attention to detail and organizational skills are essential.
• Comfortable with numbers, measurements, and deadlines.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities.
• Willingness to learn HVAC estimating software and industry requirements.
• Dependable, professional, and team-oriented.
• Must be able to pass a drug test.

Responsibilities

• Assist with preparing accurate HVAC estimates for residential new-construction projects.
• Review construction plans, specifications, and equipment requirements.
• Perform material takeoffs and help calculate labor and equipment costs.
• Enter and maintain project information in estimating and bid-tracking software.
• Communicate with builders, vendors, and internal team members.
• Help ensure bids are accurate, complete, and submitted on time.

Skills

Strong computer skills

HVAC installation experience

Ability to read construction plans

Attention to detail

Numbers, measurements, deadlines

Multi-project management

Learn estimating software

Team-oriented

Pass drug test

Tools

Estimating software

Job description

R.J. Kielty Plumbing, Air & Electric is looking for a motivated New Construction HVAC Estimator Apprentice to join our New Port Richey office. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with HVAC field experience who is ready to develop a career in estimating.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist with preparing accurate HVAC estimates for residential new-construction projects
• Review construction plans, specifications, and equipment requirements
• Perform material takeoffs and help calculate labor and equipment costs
• Enter and maintain project information in estimating and bid-tracking software
• Communicate with builders, vendors, and internal team members
• Help ensure bids are accurate, complete, and submitted on time

Qualifications:

• Strong computer skills are required
• Prior HVAC installation experience is preferred
• Ability to read, or willingness to learn how to read, construction plans
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Comfortable working with numbers, measurements, and deadlines
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities
• Willingness to learn HVAC estimating software and industry requirements
• Dependable, professional, and team-oriented
• Must be able to pass a drug test

R.J. Kielty has been family-owned and operated since 1973. We offer the opportunity to learn from an experienced team and build a long-term career with an established Central Florida company.