Residential HVAC Service Technician

Join the team at Star City Heating and Cooling, a proud brand of Clarion Home Services Group!

Star City Heating and Cooling has over 40 years of industry experience. As the leading choice for residential and commercial heating and cooling, we are problem solvers, innovators, and experts in all things heating, air, and electrical.

We are looking to add a Residential HVAC Technician to our team! We are dedicated to building and developing our team while committing to excellent customer service. Join a company culture that values growth, teamwork, and respect.


Our Mission & Culture: We Answer the Call & Put People First: We are deeply committed to those we serve, always leading by example with future-focused thinking, a teachable spirit, and a code we truly live by. This fuels our core people-first belief. We invest heavily in our crew, prioritize your safety, and build an environment where your hard work is celebrated and your career can excel.

Job Title: HVAC Technician

Work Location: Lincoln, NE and surrounding area

Work Arrangement: On-Site and field-based

Employment Type: Full-Time

Schedule: Monday through Friday; daily hours vary based on active business demands. This is a variable full-time role up to 40 hours per week, with weekly hours fluctuating alongside seasonal business needs and project volume. To meet shifting operational deadlines, occasional overtime, evening, or weekend work may be required.

Travel: Daily travel to residential/commercial job sites throughout the local branch's service region.

Why Work for Star City?

• Prompt Benefits Coverage: Your comprehensive Clarion benefits package kicks off on the first of the month following your hire date. This includes robust medical, dental, and vision plans, alongside HSA and FSA options to help you save on healthcare costs.
• Immediate-Vesting 401(k): Secure your future with a generous 401(k) plan. Employees become eligible to enroll after two full months of employment, featuring 100% immediate vesting on all contributions. We match 100% on the first 3% of your contributions and 50% on the next 2%-giving you up to a 4% total company match .
• Continuous Career Growth: Expand your horizons beyond a single location. As part of a larger network, you have opportunities for regional growth and advancement.
• Next-Level Training: Master your craft through Interplay, our advanced Learning Management System (LMS) featuring interactive modules for continuous professional development.
• 100% Company-Paid Protection : Enjoy peace of mind with company paid short-term disability, long-term disability, and Basic Life Insurance for you and your qualifying spouse and child(ren).
• Generous Time Off: Recharge with a robust PTO plan, 6 paid holidays, and up to 3 additional floating holidays so you can celebrate the traditions, cultural observances, and special moments that matter most to you!
• Education & Well-Being Support: Grow personally and professionally with tuition reimbursement, professional development assistance, and a dedicated Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• A Team That Gives Back: Thrive in a workplace that respects hard work, values community engagement, and hosts regular team events to celebrate our crew's success.
• Safety-First Culture: Work with confidence. Your well-being is our top priority, backed by proactive safety programs, modern equipment, and continuous field monitoring.
• Compensation: $27-$30 per hour plus incentive and performance pay!
• On-target earnings (OTE) from $75,000 to $150,000 annually!

What You'll Do:

• Troubleshoot and repair ventilation and air conditioning systems and equipment.
• Performs preventive maintenance on equipment to prevent equipment failure by cleaning air handling systems and reheat coils, monitoring and calibrating air handling systems and replacing filters, motors, fans, belts, etc. on systems.
• Locate and diagnose problems, assess the extent of repairs and describe options and associated costs to the customer. Provides a description of diagnosed problems to customer in terms that can be understood with options, as possible.
• Assists with repairs of complete systems to include repairing, calibrating, or replacing controls, switches, thermostats, transformers, gauges, wiring fans, pumps, compressors, condensers, piping, and other functional components of the system.
• Completes all required documentation on services, explains guarantees/warranties and records.
• Installs, repairs, replaces or cleans refrigerant lines, fans, appliance vents, smoke detectors, humidifiers and grills, as appropriate.
• Ensures that all HVAC repairs and installations are accurate, serviceable and that materials used meets the requirements and safety standards/regulatory codes.

What You Bring:

• Experience: Preferred 2+ years of experience in residential HVAC services.
• Licensing: Possess a valid EPA Section 608 Certification (Type II or Universal preferred). Must hold or be eligible to immediately obtain a valid Mechanical/HVAC Registration with the City of Lincoln. Must possess a valid driver's license with an insurable driving record.
• Integrity: High integrity with a strong desire for continuous improvement.
• Compliance : Must be able to pass a comprehensive background check and a drug screening, in accordance with local laws and regulations.

Physical Requirements and Work Environment:

• Ability to lift and/or carry up to 50-75 lbs.
• Ability to frequent stoop, kneel and crouch to work in tight spaces.
• Ability to climb and work from ladders.
• Must be able to work in both extreme heat and cold, as well as adverse weather conditions.

Compensation:

• Base Pay Range: $27-$30 per hour
• Range Basis: Within this range, an individual's starting pay is determined by several factors, including but not limited to relevant skills, qualifications, professional experience, and internal equity across our organization.
• Other Compensation: Overtime eligibility and performance-based incentive bonuses. See benefits listed above.
• Overtime Classification: Hourly, non-exempt
• Pay Frequency: Bi-Weekly
• Compensation Disclaimer: The stated range is the good-faith estimate for this position at the time of posting. Actual pay may vary based on the job-related factors listed above.

Application Process:

• How to Apply: Please apply directly through this job board by clicking the "Apply Now" button or "Apply for this Position". Complete the initial application form and attach your updated resume.
• Application Deadline: We are continuously hiring for this talent pool to support our ongoing growth. Because this is an evergreen position with multiple open headcounts, applications are accepted on an ongoing basis until all current and upcoming roles are filled.

Equal Opportunity, Accommodations & AI Notice:

• Equal Opportunity Employer: Clarion Home Services Group values diversity. We recruit, employ, train, and promote without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other legally protected characteristic under federal, state, or local laws.
• AI & Automated Screening: We may use AI-powered tools during our hiring process to assist with application review and to take notes during interviews. Interviews are recorded, and AI tools support consistency in our documentation. Please note that all applications are reviewed by human recruiters, and all final hiring decisions are made entirely by people.
• Contact & Accessibility Support: For application assistance, questions, or to request a reasonable accommodation or alternative assessment method for any part of the hiring process, please reach out to us at View email address on click.appcast.io.

Pay Range: $27 - $30 per hour