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Residential HVAC Installer

$28 per hour

Chesapeake Companies

Residential HVAC Installer

No Sales Pressure | Locally Owned | 100% Employee Health Insurance

Build a career—not just another job.

At Chesapeake Home Services , we're different by design.

We're a privately held, locally owned company that believes great employees deserve to be treated with trust, respect, and appreciation. As a USA Top Workplace and Inc. 5000 recipient, we've built a culture where our people come first—not corporate metrics.

If you're tired of working for companies where every day revolves around sales quotas, technician rankings, or endless KPI scorecards, you'll appreciate what makes Chesapeake different.

We hire experienced professionals because we trust them to do quality work—not because we want to micromanage them.

Whether you've been with a national HVAC company or a local contractor, you'll find something different here: a team that works together, leaders who support you, and a company that genuinely invests in your success.

Why Technicians Choose Chesapeake

Privately held & locally owned – Decisions are made locally by people who know you.

No commission-only pay – We don't expect our installers to sell customers products they don't need.

No competing against your coworkers – We're one team with one goal: taking care of our customers.

No micromanagement – We hire skilled professionals and trust them to do what they do best.

Healthy workplace culture – Respect, teamwork, and work-life balance matter here.

Career growth – We invest in training, education, and promoting from within.

Year-round stability – Join a growing company with a strong reputation and long-term vision.

Benefits & Compensation

  • Competitive hourly pay based on experience
  • Performance bonuses
  • 100% employer-paid employee health insurance premiums
  • Dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Paid Time Off
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Gym membership reimbursement
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Referral bonuses
  • Professional development opportunities
  • Stable, year-round work

What You'll Do

  • Install and retrofit residential HVAC systems
  • Work in existing homes, custom homes, and multifamily properties
  • Read and interpret blueprints and installation plans
  • Install equipment and ductwork to manufacturer specifications
  • Troubleshoot installation challenges and provide quality solutions
  • Maintain a safe and organized work environment
  • Deliver workmanship you can be proud of while providing excellent customer service
  • Continue learning and growing through ongoing training opportunities

What We're Looking For

  • Minimum 4 years of residential HVAC installation experience
  • EPA Certification (Required)
  • Valid Driver's License (Required)
  • Strong work ethic and attention to detail
  • Dependable and self-motivated
  • Team-oriented mindset
  • Pride in producing quality work
  • Commitment to safety and professionalism

Physical Requirements

  • Ability to safely work in attics, crawl spaces, basements, rooftops, and confined spaces
  • Comfortable working in varying weather conditions
  • Ability to bend, kneel, crawl, climb ladders, and lift up to 40 pounds
  • Ability to safely navigate uneven terrain and elevated work areas

Schedule

  • Monday–Friday
  • Overtime available

Work Location: On the road throughout our service area

You're More Than a Number Here.

We're looking for people who want a long-term home—not just their next paycheck.

If you're an experienced HVAC installer who wants to work for a company that values craftsmanship, trusts its employees, and puts people ahead of corporate scorecards, we'd love to meet you.

Come see why Chesapeake Home Services continues to be recognized as a Top Workplace—and why so many of our employees choose to build their careers here.

Employment Type: Full Time
Years Experience: 3 - 5 years
Salary: $28 - $32 Hourly
Bonus/Commission: No
Vacancy posted 8 days ago
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