HVAC Technician

Job Description

Job Description

Are you looking to work for a company where your not just a number. Air Services of the Carolinas is looking for an experienced service tech to join our team.

Benefits/Perks

• Competitive Compensation
• Career Advancement Opportunities
• Family Oriented
• Company vehicle after training period 

Job Summary:
An HVAC Service Technician is a highly skilled trade professional responsible for the diagnostic testing, repair, and ongoing preventative maintenance of heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and refrigeration systems. They operate as mobile field technicians, troubleshooting mechanical and electrical malfunctions to ensure optimal indoor air quality, comfort, and energy efficiency for residential or commercial clients 

If you have past experience as a HVAC service technician role and hold an EPA certification. A team player who is comfortable working independently, you love the feeling of a job well done and take pride in completing customer jobs with efficiency. A positive attitude is a must! 

Core Responsibilities

• Troubleshooting & Diagnosis: Inspect non-functioning HVAC systems, identify electrical or mechanical faults, and isolate the root cause of system failures.
• Repairs & Replacements: Fix or replace broken components like compressors, blower motors, capacitors, switches, thermostats, and electrical wiring. 
• Preventative Maintenance: Conduct seasonal tune-ups, clean coils, check refrigerant levels, test safety controls, and flush drain lines to maximize system efficiency. 
• System Testing: Use specialized tools (multimeters, pressure gauges, vacuum pumps) to test system operations, gas pressure, and airflow against manufacturer specs. 
• Customer Consultations: Explain diagnostic findings to home or business owners, provide clear repair estimates, and recommend efficiency or indoor air quality upgrades.
• Documentation: Keep detailed records of parts used, work performed, and warranty details using digital dispatch and invoicing software. 

Key Qualifications & Requirements

• Education & Training: High school diploma or GED required. Completion of an HVAC technical program or apprenticeship is highly preferred.
• Certifications: Active EPA Section 608 Certification (Type II or Universal) is mandatory to handle refrigerants legally.
• Experience: Typically requires 2 to 5 years of residential or commercial field service experience.
• Skills: Expert proficiency in reading electrical schematics, diagnosing voltage issues, and handling combustion analysis for gas furnaces.
• Physical Stamina: Ability to work in tight or extreme spaces (hot attics, cold crawlspaces, or roofs), lift up to 50–75 lbs, and stand for long hours.
• Licensing: Valid driver's license with a clean driving record (required to drive a company service van) and the ability to pass background checks.