General Manager

Total Compensation Potential: $250,000–$275,000+

Build the Team. Grow the Market. Lead the Business.

Total Comfort Solutions, a trusted leader in commercial HVAC and building performance solutions since 1976, is seeking an accomplished General Manager to lead and grow our established Columbia, South Carolina operation.

With 50 years of industry experience and operations throughout South Carolina, North Carolina and Georgia, Total Comfort Solutions has built its reputation on exceptional service, innovative building solutions and long-term customer relationships. Our Columbia operation is part of this established regional network, providing commercial HVAC services, building controls and solutions designed to optimize building performance.

We are seeking an experienced service‑business leader who can build high-performing teams, develop people and drive profitable growth. Backed by the resources, established processes and executive support of Total Comfort Solutions, you'll have the opportunity to build upon a strong foundation, expand market share and lead our Columbia operation into its next stage of growth.

Why Total Comfort Solutions?

If you're motivated by building something bigger and seeing the measurable results of your leadership, this is an opportunity to make a significant impact.

You’ll have the opportunity to develop a talented team, expand our presence throughout the Columbia market and lead an established operation into its next stage of growth — backed by the resources, reputation and support of a company celebrating 50 years of success.

As a Linc Service partner, Total Comfort Solutions provides established business processes, industry‑leading training and access to innovative technologies that help our teams deliver exceptional building performance solutions.

Total Comfort Solutions offers a comprehensive compensation and benefits package, including:

• Health & Wellness: Medical, dental and vision insurance, along with a Flexible Spending Account (FSA).
• Retirement & Financial Wellness: 401(k) with a 5% company match and access to financial planning services.
• Employee & Family Support: Counseling services, chaplain support and marriage retreats.
• Executive Role Support: Phone and vehicle allowance.
• Relocation: Relocation assistance available.

Leadership That Fits Our Culture

At Total Comfort Solutions, how we achieve results matters just as much as the results themselves. Our culture is grounded in three Core Values:

Treat People Well. Treat everyone with courtesy, respect and dignity while creating a positive team environment that encourages people to reach their full potential.

Do the Right Thing. Deal honorably with clients, employees and suppliers, fulfill commitments and be a good steward of our clients' money and company resources.

Run a Great Business. Deliver responsive, high-quality service and innovative solutions while operating responsibly and profitably to ensure continued growth and long‑term success.

We're looking for a General Manager whose professional track record reflects these values — someone who develops people, earns trust, embraces accountability and believes great culture and great business performance go hand in hand.

What You’ll Be Expected to Accomplish

As General Manager, you will lead the overall performance and growth of the Columbia operation across operations, administration, sales and project management.

• Build, develop and lead a high‑performing, customer‑focused team.
• Drive profitable growth , achieving revenue, gross profit and operating profit objectives.
• Grow market share and the maintenance base through strong business development, sales leadership and customer retention.
• Lead operational and project execution , ensuring quality, accountability and exceptional client service.
• Develop people and future leaders through clear expectations, coaching and performance management.
• Execute established company processes and standards and hold the organization accountable for consistent execution.
• Build trusted relationships with clients, business owners, executive leadership and the Columbia business community.
• Live and lead by our Purpose, Mission, Vision and Core Values.

What You’ll Bring

• 7–10 years of demonstrated success in relevant service‑related industries , along with a bachelor's degree related to the role.
• Proven success leading, managing and growing a service‑related business or business unit , with P&L accountability.
• Demonstrated success building and leading high‑performing teams across operations, administration, sales and project management.
• Verifiable success in business development, sales and profitable market growth .
• Experience developing trusted partnerships with business owners, C‑suite leaders and key clients .
• Strong knowledge of building performance, building systems and predictive technology ; experience may come from commercial HVAC or another technically complex service environment with transferable knowledge.
• Proven ability to lead within established operating processes and standards and hold teams accountable for execution.
• A professional track record that aligns with the Total Comfort Solutions Purpose, Mission, Vision and Core Values .