Residential HVAC Installation Technician — New Construction/Retail

Airtron Heating & Cooling HVAC; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 30,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

Airtron Heating & Air Conditioning is seeking a Residential HVAC Installation Technician for new construction and retail projects in Columbus, OH. You will install, test, and start up HVAC systems, fabricate ductwork, and ensure compliance with manufacturer specs and safety standards.

The role requires hands-on installation experience, ability to read installation drawings, and a valid driver's license. Overtime and occasional weekend work may be required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED (or equivalent).
• Prior hands-on HVAC install experience and ability to interpret installation drawings.
• EPA certification and optional HVAC trade school certification.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.
• Willingness to overtime and occasional weekend work.

Responsibilities

• Install HVAC equipment and related products to company/manufacturer standards for Residential New Construction and Retail.
• Test systems to confirm proper operation where required.
• Spot issues and coordinate corrective actions to meet compliance.
• Complete accurate, timely paperwork and digital records.
• Perform start-up on AC systems as needed and fabricate/install ductwork as required.
• Follow all safety policies and procedures.

Skills

HVAC installation experience

Verbal communication

Written communication

Interpret installation drawings

Basic computer skills

Valid driver’s license

Overtime availability

Education

High school diploma or GED

EPA certification

HVAC trade school certificate

Tools

Installation equipment

Duct fabrication tools

Job description

Residential HVAC Installation Technician — New Construction/RetailA day in the life at AirtronMorning kicks off at the shop where you confirm the day’s schedule for a residential new construction site, then head out in a company vehicle with your materials and PPE. On site, you review the installation plans, lay out duct runs, and begin fabricating fittings. By midday, the air handler and condenser are set per manufacturer specs, refrigerant lines are routed, and you verify clearances and airflow paths. In the afternoon, you power up for a basic start-up on the AC system (when needed), check for issues, tidy the workspace, and wrap up documentation on your tablet before heading to a retail service install across town. Throughout, you follow safety procedures and collaborate with teammates to deliver a clean, compliant installation that makes a homeowner’s space more comfortable.About Airtron Heating & Air ConditioningFor over 40 years, Airtron has helped homeowners stay comfortable with dependable heating, cooling, and HVAC solutions. We’ve earned trust by showing up, doing quality work, and treating customers with honesty and respect. If you take pride in your craft, care about your teammates, and want every customer to feel taken care of, you’ll fit right in.What you’ll doInstall heating, air conditioning, and ventilation equipment and related products to company and manufacturer standards for Residential New Construction and Retail teams.Test systems to confirm proper operation when required.Spot issues and complete or coordinate corrective actions so components function correctly and meet compliance expectations.Complete accurate, timely paperwork and digital records.Perform start-up on air conditioning systems as needed.Fabricate and install ductwork and fittings.Follow all safety policies and procedures.Perform other duties as assigned.Minimum qualificationsHigh school diploma or GED (relevant experience may substitute for education).Prior hands-on HVAC install experience.Ability to interpret installation drawings and documents.Maintains and cleans the jobsite upon completion.Clear verbal and written communication; effective English communication (spoken and written) required.Basic computer skills; able to use a computer, laptop, or tablet.Valid driver’s license.Available for overtime with short notice; occasional weekend work.Preferred qualificationsHVAC trade school certificate.2+ years in residential HVAC.EPA certification.Where and how you’ll workPrimarily at occupied homes and active construction sites; minimal office time.Travel by vehicle between jobs.Regular exposure to construction environments: equipment, elevated work areas, confined spaces, noise, dust, odors, and hazardous materials.Work indoors and outdoors in all weather conditions (heat, rain, cold, wind) while using appropriate PPE.Physical demandsLift and move up to 50 lbs frequently.Regular climbing, bending, crawling, kneeling, and crouching.Work at heights; climb ladders/stairs; occasional platforms/scaffolding with proper fall protection.Wear required PPE: hard hat, safety glasses, ear protection, masks/respirators, reflective vests, gloves, and safety-toe construction boots.Stand, walk, or sit for extended periods.Hear, understand, and distinguish speech and other sounds to safely operate phones and equipment.Vision (natural or corrected) sufficient for close, distance, and peripheral viewing with normal depth perception.Communicate orally to share information with others.Enter text/data via keyboard or 10-key on handheld devices or computers.Reach overhead; grasp, hold, lift, turn, push, and pull tools and materials.ProficiencyHVAC fundamentals.HVAC service and installation practices.Tools and technologyHVAC systems and related installation equipment.