HVAC Lead Installer

JOB TITLE: HVAC Lead Installer DEPARTMENT: Commercial and Residential REPORTS TO: Department Manager / President / Company Officers Pay Details: $34-$40 per hour EXPECTED SCHEDULE: Monday through Friday. Overtime as needed. SERVICE AREA: T hroughout the San Fernando Valley and all of Los Angeles. SUMMARY: Responsible for overseeing and executing the installation of HVAC systems while managing a team of installers to ensure projects are completed efficiently, on budget, and to the highest standards. This position requires a blend of technical expertise, leadership ability, and excellent communication skills to effectively manage team operations, troubleshoot issues, and implement solutions.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Lead installation projects from initiation to completion, ensuring they are delivered on time and within budget. Oversee and lead the installation of HVAC systems, including furnaces, air conditioners, ventilation units, heat pumps, and other HVAC equipment in residential, commercial, or industrial settings. Assess project requirements based on job specifications and work with customers to determine their heating and cooling needs. Utilize technical knowledge to read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and technical drawings. Ensure installations meet local and industry standards and codes. Closely monitor project equipment, materials, and labor budgets and necessary adjustments. Assign tasks, supervise, and mentor a team of 1 to 3 installers and apprentices, providing guidance and troubleshooting as necessary. Coordinate logistics for installation projects, including scheduling, material procurement, and equipment maintenance. Perform quality assurance checks to ensure all systems are functioning correctly and efficiently after installation. Ensure all installations comply with industry standards, building codes, and safety regulations Communicate effectively with clients and coworkers, providing updates on project progress and addressing any concerns or questions. Maintain detailed documentation of installation work performed, including but not limited to complete reports, materials used, and system specifications for follow-ups. Prepare reports of installation progress, issues encountered, and solutions implemented. Maintain inventory of tools, equipment, and supplies. Support the company in maintaining customer satisfaction and fostering long-term client relationships. Safely operates assigned company vehicle and ensures that it is maintained according to manufacturer's specifications. Exhibits appearance and conduct in accordance with established company standards to present a professional image to customers and the public; maintains the highest degree of decency, honesty, and integrity as a guest in a customer's home and/or business.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Installation technicians

QUALIFICATIONS:

Minimum 8 years' field experience in the installation of commercial and residential HVAC equipment, with 2 years of supervisory experience of at least three people. Ability to read, interpret, utilize and train on mechanical plans and details. Valid driver's license and a clean driving record. Ability to effectively use HVAC tools and equipment. Strong knowledge of HVAC systems, installation techniques, and troubleshooting practices. Experience in the leading and management of people and processes to get profit results. Ability to motivate, manage, and train a team of HVAC technicians and/or installers. Ability to create strategy and goals for team productivity and quality of work. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Ability to multi-task and juggle multiple priorities. Demonstrate attention to detail. Strong organizational skills. Ability to maintain a positive attitude while under pressure. Strong conflict resolution skills. Provide technical support for HVAC technicians and/or installers. Reviews installer crew's work to ensure quality meets established standards. Complying with service standards, work instructions, and customers' requirements. Other tasks and responsibilities as required to maintain efficient department operations. Strong computer skills. Willingness to work weekends.

COMPETENCIES:

Quality - Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; Looks for ways to improve and promote quality. Applies feedback to improve performance; Monitors own work to ensure quality. Planning/Organizing - Prioritizes and plans work activities; Uses time efficiently; Plans for additional resources; Sets goals and objectives; Organizes or schedules other people and their tasks; Develops realistic action plans. Technical Skills - Assesses own strengths and weaknesses; Pursues training and development opportunities; Strives to continuously build knowledge and skills; Shares expertise with others. Design - Generates creative solutions; Translates concepts and information into images; Uses feedback to modify designs; Applies design principles; Demonstrates attention to detail. Teamwork - Balances team and individual responsibilities; Exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views; Gives and welcomes feedback; Contributes to building a positive team spirit; Puts success of team above own interests; Able to build morale and group commitments to goals and objectives; Supports everyone's efforts to succeed. Dependability - Follows instructions, responds to management direction; Takes responsibility for own actions; Keeps commitments; Commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals; Completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan.

KEY SUCCESS FACTORS / JOB COMPETENCIES:

• of jobs completed on-budget
• of jobs completed with no warranty callbacks (1yr)

Quality assurance oversight.

PERFORMANCE STANDARDS:

(Certain key indicators that will measure the effectiveness of this job description. These include the following) Planning projects according to tasks & delegating to crew members Ensuring performance and professionalism of crew Properly staging equipment & materials for efficient job performance Proper/complete equipment startup and customer walk through Clear, thorough job documentation #J-18808-Ljbffr All Temperatures Controlled