HVAC/R Branch Manager Commercial & Industrial

Overview The Branch Manager leads the administrative team in supporting our HVAC and refrigeration Technicians in the field. This manager works directly with service and install Technicians, dispatch personnel, and other managers to ensure customer satisfaction while meeting departmental goals and objectives. The Branch Manager will present themselves as a senior company representative, often communicating directly with customers, vendors, and suppliers to ensure accurate communication of job or project status and requirements. With over 150 years of experience, and headquartered in Southern CA, CoolSys is the market‑leading indoor environment solutions company. Our full spectrum of best‑in‑class services includes HVAC & refrigeration installations, remodels, service & maintenance; and energy solutions, including controls and lighting. CoolSys serves customers in the retail, commercial, food service, educational, healthcare, and industrial markets. WHY JOIN US We understand that hiring great people is the foundation of everything we do. Our employee benefits packages include: Competitive pay between $100,000 and $135,000 Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription coverage Paid vacation and holidays 401(K) match Life insurance, AD&D and long‑term disability Tuition reimbursement Opportunities available nationwide Employee discounts on vehicles, hotels, theme parks, select cell phone bills and so much more Pet Insurance Legal Plan, and ID Theft Protection Responsibilities Maintains communication with vendors and factory personnel concerning warranty issues, product recall notices, operational product problems, premature failures, and other issues. Monitors assigned service vehicles to ensure they are maintained and operated according to company policy and that an adequate inventory of parts and materials is maintained. Grows branch revenue and maximizes branch profitability. Prioritizes customer needs by delivering high‑quality service and engaging with partners, with an emphasis on continuously improving the customer experience. Develops and monitors budgets, goals, and objectives to maintain satisfactory P/L. Reviews work orders, invoices, and time reports for accuracy. Able to send out quotes to customers promptly. Assists the Service Manager with facilitating a regular training program to ensure that HVAC Technicians are properly trained on the latest service techniques and safety procedures for equipment and general working conditions. Communicates regularly with dispatch to ensure personnel is scheduled properly by skill level, efficiency, and training requirements. Communicates daily with dispatch, reporting on project information, estimated job completion time, labor hours, and parts or material used. Supports the Service Manager in interviewing, screening, and evaluating Technicians. Screens, interviews, and evaluates administrative personnel to meet workload demands. Schedules HVAC Technicians to meet service demands and customer expectations. Reviews work order accuracy, technicians' work, techniques, and safety requirements to ensure quality meets established standards and recommends improving quality and productivity. Responsible for staff performance appraisals, reviews, and setting improvement goals per company requirements. Complies with all applicable health and safety regulations, policies, and established work practices. Ensures appropriate employee safety training and compliance is completed. Supports the Service Manager in managing Service teams and managing the teams as needed. Validates and approves payroll hours. Performs other duties as assigned. Qualifications Education / Training 5+ years of successful and recent HVAC and Refrigeration service experience. Work Experience / Skills 3+ years of experience in Service Management is required. 2 years of technical training or an associate degree. Solid working knowledge of Word, Excel, and Outlook and the ability to learn new systems. Valid driver’s license. Strong business acumen and working experience in managing and understanding profit margins, job costing, as well as other business‑related metrics. Problem‑solving and conflict‑management skills. Detail‑oriented and highly organized with the ability to handle multiple tasks and assignments. Ability to generate ideas and create processes to grow the service department. Read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to work well with management, executive leadership, support staff, and technicians. Ability and willingness to work a non‑standard schedule: nights, weekends, and holidays, as necessary. Ability to understand and follow all company policies and procedures and all applicable State and Federal laws. Ability to use typical business tools including E‑Mail, Word, Excel, etc. Join Us Today, there are 27 different companies that make up the CoolSys family of brands. Our valued employees are at the heart of our continued growth and success. We invite you to be part of that growth! Connect with us on Facebook and Twitter. CoolSys is an EEO/AA Employer. All qualified individuals – including all ages, colors, disability, ethnicity, family or marital status, gender identity or expression, language, national origin, physical and mental ability, political affiliation, race, religion, sexual orientation, socio‑economic status, veteran status, and other characteristics – are encouraged to apply. Pre‑employment background screening (criminal and MVR for driving positions) and drug testing are required for all positions. 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