HVAC Lead Installation Tech
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Job Description
Weekly Pay | Take-Home Truck | Great Benefits | Career Growth
If you're an experienced HVAC installer who's ready to lead projects, mentor others, and take pride in delivering quality work every day, One Hour Heating & Air Conditioning has an opportunity for you. We're looking for a Lead Installation Technician who enjoys working with a team, takes ownership of every installation, and wants to build a long-term career with a company that values craftsmanship and professional growth.
What's In It for You?
- Competitive hourly pay based on experience: $24-$30/hr
- Weekly pay
- Company take-home vehicle after training
- Day-One 401(k) with up to a 4% company match
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- Three weeks of PTO
- Three personal days
- Paid holidays plus floating holidays
- Paid parental leave
- Ongoing technical training
- Career advancement opportunities
- Stable, year-round work
More Than Just Another Installation Job
Our leadership team believes great technicians deserve great leaders. Many of our managers started in the field and worked their way into leadership positions. They understand what it takes to succeed because they've done it themselves. Their focus is on developing people, providing exceptional training, and creating opportunities for employees to grow their careers - not just fill another position. If you're looking for a place where your work is appreciated and your future matters, you'll feel right at home here.
What You'll Do
- Lead residential HVAC installations from start to finish
- Install heating and cooling equipment according to manufacturer specifications
- Fabricate and install ductwork as needed
- Perform equipment start-ups and system testing
- Complete customer walkthroughs before and after installations
- Mentor and train installation helpers
- Maintain a clean, safe, and organized job site
- Complete installation documentation accurately
What We're Looking For
We're searching for a leader who takes pride in quality workmanship and enjoys helping others succeed. Qualifications include:
- Residential HVAC installation experience (2 years preferred)
- Previous leadership or crew lead experience is a plus
- EPA certification preferred
- NATE certification is a plus
- Strong communication and customer service skills
- Professional appearance and positive attitude
- Valid driver's license with a clean driving record
- Ability to pass a background check, drug screen, and MVR
- Physically able to perform the demands of residential HVAC installation (exerting 50 pounds, climbing ladders, work in extreme temperatures, etc.)
Why Join One Hour?
We're committed to building careers - not just filling jobs. From ongoing training and opportunities for advancement to supportive leadership and excellent benefits, we're invested in helping our employees succeed. If you're looking for a company where your craftsmanship is respected and your career can continue to grow, we'd love to meet you. Apply today and discover what your future could look like with One Hour Heating & Air Conditioning.
One Hour Heating & Air Conditioning (Authority Brands, Inc.) is an equal opportunity employer.
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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