Residential HVAC Maintenance Technician

Vailes Brothers Inc; Fishersville (VA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company-paid benefits up to $7,000 per

IRA with company match

Paid holidays and PTO from day one

Company vehicle opportunities as you进

Paid technical training and continuing

Uniforms provided

Insurance options available

Job summary

Vailes Home Improvement Services in Fishersville, VA, is seeking a Residential HVAC Maintenance Technician to build a long-term career in heating and cooling. This role welcomes trade school graduates, apprentices, and those with maintenance experience who want to develop skills alongside experienced service professionals.

You'll perform preventive maintenance, tune-ups, and inspections on residential systems while learning diagnostics and safety standards.

Qualifications

• HVAC trade school education or apprenticeship experience encouraged.
• Mechanically inclined, dependable and eager to learn.
• EPA Certification is a plus but not required.
• Valid driver's license with a clean driving record.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventative maintenance and seasonal tune-ups on residential systems.
• Inspect furnaces, air conditioners, heat pumps and thermostats; diagnose issues.
• Maintain service documentation and ensure professional customer service.
• Assist with troubleshooting and learning company procedures.

Skills

Mechanically inclined

Dependable

Eager to learn

Strong communication skills

Education

HVAC trade school education or apprenticeship

Job description

Residential HVAC Maintenance Technician

Vailes Home Improvement Services

Fishersville, VA

Full-Time | Residential Service

Pay: $17.00-$25.00 per hour based on experience, plus performance incentives and advancement opportunities

Launch Your HVAC Career with a Company That Invests in Your Success

Vailes Home Improvement Services is looking for a motivated Residential HVAC Maintenance Technician who is ready to build a long-term career in the heating and cooling industry. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with trade school training, an apprenticeship, maintenance experience, or early HVAC field experience who wants to continue developing technical skills while working alongside experienced service professionals.

If you're dependable, enjoy hands-on work, and are eager to learn from experienced technicians, you'll find the support, training, and career opportunities needed to grow into an independent Residential HVAC Service Technician and beyond.

For years, Vailes Home Improvement Services has proudly served homeowners throughout the Shenandoah Valley by delivering trusted HVAC, plumbing, and home improvement services. Our reputation has been built on quality workmanship, exceptional customer service, and investing in employees who want to build lasting careers.

Why Join Vailes Home Improvement Services?

• Family-owned company with supportive leadership
• Year-round work with an established customer base
• Paid hands-on training with experienced HVAC professionals
• Clear advancement path into Residential HVAC Service Technician and Senior Technician positions
• Positive team environment focused on learning and professional growth
• Employee appreciation events and strong work-life balance
• Stable career with long-term opportunities for advancement

Compensation and Benefits

• $17.00-$25.00 per hour based on experience
• Performance incentives and spiff opportunities
• Comprehensive benefits package with up to $7,000 in company-paid benefits annually
• Insurance options available
• Paid holidays and paid time off beginning on your first day
• IRA with company match
• Company-provided uniforms
• Paid technical training and continuing education
• Company vehicle opportunities as you advance into independent technician roles

What You'll Do

As a Residential HVAC Maintenance Technician, you'll perform preventative maintenance, seasonal tune-ups, equipment inspections, and system performance evaluations on residential heating and cooling equipment. Working alongside experienced service technicians, you'll assist with troubleshooting equipment, identifying potential repair needs, and learning proper diagnostic procedures while building your technical skills.

You’ll inspect furnaces, air conditioners, heat pumps, thermostats, and other residential comfort systems, complete maintenance checklists, replace common maintenance components, maintain accurate service documentation, and ensure customers receive professional, courteous service during every visit. Throughout your training, you’ll continue developing your diagnostic abilities while learning company procedures, safety standards, and best practices that prepare you for advancement into a full-time service technician role.

What We're Looking For

We're seeking motivated individuals who are ready to build a career in the HVAC industry. Previous residential service experience is not required. Candidates with HVAC trade school education, apprenticeship experience, facilities maintenance, construction, mechanical repair, building maintenance, or other skilled trade backgrounds are encouraged to apply.

Successful candidates are mechanically inclined, dependable, eager to learn, and comfortable working directly with homeowners. Basic knowledge of heating and cooling systems, hand and power tools, and mechanical troubleshooting is beneficial. EPA Certification is a plus but not required and may be obtained through company-supported training.

Applicants must possess a valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record and demonstrate professionalism, reliability, strong communication skills, and a positive, team-oriented attitude.

About Vailes Home Improvement Services

Vailes Home Improvement Services has earned the trust of homeowners by delivering dependable HVAC, plumbing, and home improvement solutions backed by quality workmanship and exceptional customer care. We believe our employees are our greatest asset, which is why we invest in training, mentorship, and career development to help every team member reach their full potential.

If you're ready to learn a skilled trade, grow with an established company, and build a rewarding long-term career in residential HVAC, we'd love to hear from you.

Candidates will be required to pass a background check and drug test upon being given a conditional offer of employment.