HVAC Installer

This role sits between apprentice and crew lead: you'll work independently on major portions of a job, fabricate ductwork, and troubleshoot system issues while building toward full crew leadership with support from our team.You'll work as part of a 23 person crew, collaborating closely with the lead installer, and may provide light guidance to more junior crew members as you grow into a lead role yourself.Pay Range: $28$35/hr, based on related experience, independence on the job, and quality of work.LogisticsService area: Metrowest and Eastern Massachusetts you'll travel to job sites across this area daily.Schedule: Full-time, MondayFriday, with occasional after-hours work when jobs run late.Tools & vehicle: You'll use your own reliable vehicle to get to job sites. Once you move into a crew lead role, you'll transition to a company van.What You Will DoInstall and start up ducted and ductless heat pump systems with minimal supervisionPerform ductwork installation, including fabrication of transitions, plenums, and small on-site adjustmentsSupport complex installs and take ownership of portions of jobs, ensuring high-quality workmanship and crew efficiencyConduct quality checks to ensure installations meet Forge standards, client needs, and manufacturer specificationsIdentify and resolve basic issues during installation or startup phasesCarry heavy HVAC equipment with your crew, including condensers and air handlersRun line sets using extension ladders and building exteriorsWork in tight, challenging environments (attics, crawl spaces, etc.)Perform physically demanding tasks in varying weather conditions and temperaturesFollow all company and industry safety guidelines and protocolsCommunicate effectively with customers, peers, and office supportOccasionally provide guidance to more junior installers and contribute to a positive team cultureQualifications & Preferred Experience2+ years of residential HVAC installation experience, including ducted and ductless systemsStrong understanding of HVAC system design, airflow, and installation best practicesAbility to fabricate basic ductwork components (plenum boxes, transitions, fittings)Experience working independently on installations or taking responsibility for parts of a job is a plusEPA Certification requiredFull-time availability, MondayFriday, with occasional after-hours work when jobs run lateAuthorized to work in the U.S.Valid driver's license and vehicle requiredAble to pass a background check and drug test (does not screen for marijuana)Physical requirements: Ability to lift 50+ lbs; comfortable working in attics, basements, and crawl spaces; able to climb ladders and work in varying seasonal/outdoor conditions.Who You AreYou work hard, efficiently, and produce quality work quality comes first, pace is a close secondYou know what good service looks and feels like to our customers, and you're professional with homeownersYou can work independently on your piece of the job, but you know when to loop in your leadYou're eager to keep sharpening your craft and building toward leading jobs of your ownYou stay calm when things get complicated on-site and pitch in to help fix it, no dramaYou take initiative, ask good questions, and support the crew around youWhy Choose Forge?Career Growth: A clear path toward crew leadership, with mentorship from experienced leads along the way.Competitive Compensation: We care more about your quality of work and work ethic than years of experience pay reflects the value you bring to every job.Employee Benefits: Health and dental insurance, a strong 401(k) match, 11 paid company holidays, personal paid time off, and more.More About UsForge is on a mission to build and power the next-generation trades workforce. Based in Newton, MA, we install heat pump systems across Metrowest and Eastern Massachusetts, and we're growing fast. We're guided by four values: always add value, solve the problems, teach and learn, and build together. If you're looking for a company that invests seriously in your growth and treats the trades as a career, not just a job, you'll fit right in at Forge.Forge is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We encourage you to apply even if you don't meet every qualification listed.
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