Carrier Rentals HVAC Technician II
Carrier Corporation
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Job Description
About Carrier
Carrier, global leader in intelligent climate and energy solutions, is committed to creating innovations that bring comfort, safety and sustainability to life. Through cutting-edge advancements in climate solutions such as temperature control, air quality and transportation, we improve lives, empower critical industries and ensure the safe transport of food, life-saving medicines and more. Since inventing modern air conditioning in 1902, we lead with purpose: enhancing the lives we live and the world we share. We continue to lead because of our world-class, inclusive workforce that puts the customer at the center of everything we do. For more information, visit corporate.carrier.com or follow Carrier on social media at @Carrier.
About this Role
We're hiring an experienced Rental HVAC Service Technician II to be a core part of our field service team. In this dynamic role, you'll independently diagnose, repair, and maintain a wide range of commercial HVAC systems, from large chillers and boilers to various air conditioning units. You'll expertly manage field reports, operate equipment, and provide excellent customer service while promoting Carrier products
Key Responsibilities
- Independently diagnoses and repairs various HVAC equipment and components. This includes, but is not limited to the following:
- Air-cooled and water-cooled systems up to 1000 tons and hot water boilers up to 200 hp
- Hydronics and piping systems
- Various sizes of air conditioners, pumps, air handlers, cooling towers, Spot Coolers, gas heaters, controls, and electrical components
- Maintain accurate field service reports, including refrigerant tracking and timekeeping logs
- Regular use of power tools, hand tools, and other mechanical equipment to service and repair rental systems as needed
- Operate equipment vehicles, including forklifts
- Load and unload trucks
- Communicate professionally with coworkers, subcontractors, and customers
- Perform other duties to support the business as needed, including inventory count, general maintenance, cleaning and organizing
- Provides sales leads to office personnel
- Promotes Carrier products and services to customers
- Assist in orienting, training, assigning, and checking of work
- Adherence to EHS protocol at all times
- Start-ups and teardowns
Required Qualifications
- High School Diploma or GED
- Must possess a Type 4 - EPA Universal Certification
- 1 Plus years of hands-on experience with air-cooled and water-cooled systems, hot water boilers, hydronics, piping, pumps, air handlers, cooling towers, and gas heaters
- 3 years of Commercial HVAC experience
- Must be able to lift and manipulate objects up to 50 pounds
- Valid Driver's License
- Ability to obtain and maintain Forklift Certification
- Ability to travel up to 50% of the time and work overtime
- Minimum of 1 year of experience using Windows operating systems, MS Outlook, Internet Explorer, and other web browsers
Preferred Qualifications
- Associate's degree in HVAC, Mechanical Technology, or related field, or completion of a recognized HVAC technical certification program
- Prior experience in HVAC equipment rentals, including setup, operation, and maintenance
- Proven expertise in creating, mapping, and updating project applications
- Strong troubleshooting skills with large-scale commercial HVAC systems and controls
- Familiarity with building automation systems (BAS) and energy efficiency, best practices
- Experience with HVAC system start-ups, teardowns, and project execution
- Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and manage time effectively
What Most AC & HVAC Job Listings Don't Tell You
General overview for this role type; specifics vary by employer.
HVAC in Texas requires a state license at the company level, and technicians who handle refrigerant need EPA Section 608 certification. Many shops also want NATE certification for higher pay. You can start as an installer helper or entry technician and grow into diagnostics and system design. Pay is often hourly with strong overtime in summer, and service techs frequently earn commission or spiffs on repairs and system sales.
Seasonality drives this trade in Houston. Summer is brutal and busy, with long days, attic heat, and heavy on-call rotations when systems fail. Winter shifts toward heating checks, maintenance plans, and install backlog. New hires underestimate the physical toll of attic and rooftop work in extreme heat. You drive a stocked truck, carry gauges and recovery gear, and stay ready for after-hours emergencies. Steady demand and a shortage of skilled techs keep the field open to anyone who shows up and learns fast.
What to Expect Day-to-Day
General overview for this role type; specifics vary by employer.
A service tech starts with a dispatch list and a truck loaded with common parts. You roll to no-cool calls, check the thermostat, measure refrigerant pressures, test the compressor and capacitor, and inspect the coil and blower. You explain the fault, quote the fix, and get approval before the repair.
Maintenance visits fill much of the shoulder seasons. You clean coils, change filters, flush drain lines, and check amperage so a system does not fail in the next heat wave. Install crews spend the day setting condensers and air handlers, running line sets and ductwork, and brazing connections. Customer trust matters because many repairs are invisible to the homeowner. You document readings, photograph the work, and close the ticket in the field. Expect heat, ladders, tight attics, and a lot of driving between calls, balanced by the satisfaction of restoring cool air on a hundred degree day.
What AC & HVAC Jobs Pay in Houston
Based on Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data for Houston-Pasadena-The Woodlands, TX Metro Area (HVAC Mechanics and Installers).
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, Houston-Pasadena-The Woodlands, TX Metro Area. Median is about $28.34/hr.
Becoming a Licensed HVAC Technician in Texas
HVAC contracting is licensed by the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation, and the license is held at the company level by a certified technician. Anyone who handles refrigerant needs federal EPA Section 608 certification. Many employers also value NATE certification, which raises pay. You can start as an installer helper with no license, earn your EPA card early, and build toward the ACR technician and then contractor license through documented experience and exams. Summer overtime is common while you climb.
Career Ladder and Pay
- 1 Install Helper / Entry Tech $47,029/yr
Assist installs and maintenance while earning EPA 608 certification.
- 2 Service Technician $58,947/yr
Diagnose and repair systems solo. NATE certification lifts pay.
- 3 Lead Tech / Comfort Advisor $73,902/yr
Handle complex diagnostics, system design, and replacement sales.
- 4 Install Foreman / Estimator $73,902/yr
Run install crews and bid residential and commercial systems.
- 5 HVAC Contractor $83,117/yr
Hold the state license and run your own heating and cooling company.
Licensing paths and timelines are general guidance for this trade in Texas. Confirm current requirements with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation or the relevant state agency.
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