HVAC Service & Installation Technician

Role Overview

SFM Heating & Cooling is seeking an experienced HVAC Service & Installation Technician to join our growing team. This role is designed for a technician who can confidently handle residential service calls, system replacements, maintenance agreements, and commercial work. This role also includes some commercial refrigeration service. This is a lead technician role — we are looking for someone who takes ownership of their work, values craftsmanship, and wants long-term stability with a company that is scaling the right way.

Primary Responsibilities

  • Diagnose, service, and repair residential and commercial HVAC systems
  • Diagnose, service and repair commercial refrigeration equipment
  • Perform full HVAC system installs and swap-outs (furnaces, ACs, heat pumps, accessories)
  • Complete preventive maintenance for residential members and commercial service contracts
  • Ensure all work meets company standards, manufacturer specifications, and local codes
  • Accurately document work, photos, and recommendations using company-issued devices

Sales & Performance Expectations

  • Educate clients on system condition, repair vs. replacement options, and energy-efficient upgrades
  • Recommend appropriate solutions based on client needs — no high-pressure sales tactics
  • Enroll clients into the company maintenance agreement program when applicable
  • Meet reasonable production and performance benchmarks through quality work and client education

Schedule & Work Environment

  • Full-time, year-round position
  • Typical schedule is weekday service with occasional emergency service
  • We prioritize realistic scheduling, safety, and work-life balance

What We're Looking For

  • 4+ years of HVAC service and installation experience required
  • Strong diagnostic and mechanical skills
  • Comfortable communicating pricing and recommendations to clients
  • Ability to work independently and manage daily workload
  • Experience with heat pumps or high-efficiency systems
  • Light commercial experience (RTUs, maintenance contracts)
  • EPA certification required

Physical & Licensing Requirements

  • Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and work in attics, crawlspaces, and outdoor conditions
  • Ability to climb ladders and work at heights when required
  • Must maintain a valid driver’s license and insurable driving record
  • Must be able to pass a background check and drug screening

Compensation & Benefits

  • Hourly base pay: $25–$40/hour, based on experience, certifications, and demonstrated ability to independently handle service calls, installs, and client communication
  • Performance-based bonuses tied to production, installs completed, maintenance enrollments, and client satisfaction — structured to reward quality work and long-term client relationships, not high-pressure sales
  • Bonus for each 5-star Google review that mentions your name
  • Annual gas allowance and boot allowance
  • Take-home service van fully stocked with tools and commonly used parts
  • Company phone and tablet provided
  • Ongoing training, certifications, and professional development

Our Culture

We focus on providing our clients with the best possible service, always showing up professionally, with kindness and top-tier client support. We take the time to educate our clients so they can make informed decisions, never placing them in high-pressure sales situations. We enter every client’s home with the same level of respect we would our own, and treat it as such.

Career Growth Opportunity

This role is designed to grow into a senior technician or field leadership position as the company expands. Opportunities may include mentoring other technicians, assisting with training, attending networking events, and supporting field operations.

How to Apply

Interested candidates should apply by emailing their resume to info@SFMOhio.com with the subject line: “HVAC Technician Application – [Your Name]”.

In your email, please include:

  • Your resume
  • A brief note about your HVAC experience and the type of work you enjoy most

Qualified candidates will be contacted for an initial phone conversation.