Join Our Team as a Residential HVAC/Plumbing Apprentice! First Rate Plumbing, HeatingCooling has proudly served Albuquerque and the surrounding areas since 1999. We've been awarded best places to work by Albuquerque Business First for the past two years. We're committed to delivering top-quality service at a fair price, and our continued growth is fueled by hiring team members who share our values. With an A+ rating from the Better Business Bureau and excellent reviews on Google, we're looking for driven professionals who want to grow their careers with a trusted company. Primary Job Function: Assist Lead HVAC Installer or Plumber with installation jobs, re-stock work van each day, maintain cleanliness of job sites. Must be able to take direction from lead. Work Hours: 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Monday through Friday; some overtime may be required Pay Range: $17.00 - $20.00 per hour depending on experience Our Benefits: • 100% employer-covered medical insurance for employee • 100% employer-covered dental insurance for employee • 4% 401K match • 100% employer-covered licensing for employee • 7 paid holidays throughout the year • 64 hours PTO first year • Up to 120 hours of PTO accrued throughout employment • Company iPhone Required Qualifications: • Valid driver's license and insurable driving record • Mechanical Aptitude. • Ability to lift 80lb+, access crawlspace, and attics, use ladders and work in extreme temperatures.
See More Details >>HVAC Install Technician Job Description Position Title: Residential Install Technician Reports to: Residential HVAC Install Manager Pay Classification: Non-Exempt Pay Type: Hourly Summary An HVAC Installer’s tasks include installing, maintenance, repairs, and service to heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and refrigeration systems that control the air quality and temperature in buildings. HVAC Installers provide service and support for industrial, commercial, and residential HVAC systems. HVAC Installer services equipment on one job site or service various sites throughout the day. A large part of an HVAC Installers work often involves designing, fabricating, and installing a wide range of duct fittings and ducts required and wiring both indoor and outdoor units. Duties and Responsibilities As an HVAC Installer, you will travel to our clients’ properties, inspect their current equipment, find defects in their devise, and perform the required repairs or maintenance routines. The HVAC Installer must be skilled in cleaning, adjusting, and repairing systems. You will inspect and ensure that new systems work efficiently. • Inspect the effectiveness and safety of current customers HVAC system • Installing, maintaining, and repairing customers ventilation, air conditioning systems, and equipment up to current codes • Diagnosing HVAC systems for electrical and mechanical defects. • Cleaning, adjusting, and repairing systems, and performing warranty services • Maintaining a detailed inventory of all HVAC equipment and resources. • Ensuring compliance with appliance standards and with Occupational Health and Safety Act • Participate in all technical training • Complying with service standards, work instructions, and customers’ requirements Requirements and Qualifications • Valid Driver’s License • Must be insurable • EPA Certificate preferred • State licensure and relevant certification • Punctual, reliable and must have strong communication skill • Able to get along with people • Strong verbal and oral communication skills • Attention to detail, prioritization skill, and time management • Motivational and communication skill • Knowledgeable and problem-solving skill • Able to follow instructions • Physically fit and manual dexterity • Familiar handling all tools and equipment needed for HVAC installation and maintenance • Ability to work after hours, over weekends, and on public holidays with short or no notice. OUR TEAM MISSION The relentless pursuit and commitment to excellence, for our Albuquerque Plumbing Family, our Customers, and our Industry.
See More Details >>The Thermal (HVAC) Field Technician is interested in a career path in Critical Infrastructure Data Centers and precision cooling, gaining more HVAC education and knowledge in highly specialized HVAC/refrigeration equipment & customer relationships. This position is responsible for inspecting, testing, adjusting, and balancing heating, cooling, and ventilating systems in commercial and industrial buildings as it relates to data centers. Competitive pay plus bonus, paid time off, holiday pay, and a fully company funded retirement plan. Come work for an award winning, nationally certified Great Place to Work since 2018! WHAT YOU WOULD BE DOING • Use a working operational understanding of HVAC systems including split systems, DX systems, chilled water, glycol, controls, etc. • Perform standard Preventative Maintenance duties on all HVAC equipment efficiently and without requiring supervision. • Troubleshoot and diagnose problems, changing out compressors, failed parts, etc. on all A/C equipment. • Solder, braze refrigerant lines, water lines, etc. • Communicate daily with dispatcher reporting job by job information about equipment ID, estimated time to complete job, labor hours and parts used. • Read and interpret schematics and control circuits. • Perform start up services on basic HVAC equipment. Answers installing contractor’s technical questions. • Interface with the customer on a professional basis and present Company in a positive light. • Properly complete required paperwork in an accurate and timely manner including work orders, startup reports, warranty reports & part orders. • Answer Technical questions and assist in training of HVAC Assistant Field Technicians. • Properly handle refrigerant, reclaim machine, vacuum pump, and other essential tools. • Satisfactory complete HVAC Training classes as required. • Work in a safe manner. Follows industry standard safety practices including knowledge of MSDS, tool safety, equipment safety and ladder safety guidelines. • Properly operate and maintain Company vehicle. MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS TO APPLY • One-year HVAC/R certificate from a college or trade school • EPA Certification • At least 1 year of recent residential or commercial HVAC/R service experience; Exposure to critical environment cooling is preferred • Able to work independently on service calls • Recent experience using a vacuum pump, micron gauge and a refrigerant reclaim machine • Valid driver’s license to drive to customer sites in Company provided vehicle • Excellent customer service skills • Available to perform scheduled on-call & overtime duties • Prior safety training; OSHA 10 preferred • Proficient in Outlook, Microsoft Word and Excel preferred COMPETENCIES YOU SHOULD HAVE • Job Knowledge • Product Expertise • Communication • Customer Service • Quality • Technical Skills The pay range is $31.25/hr.- $35.00/hr. or higher based on relevant commercial HVAC/R service experience plus bonus, paid time off, work truck, laptop and iPhone. Our Company takes innovation in our industry very seriously, and there’s nothing like the feeling of being revolutionary. What we like most, though, is making things happen – getting results in creative ways. We know this kind of approach takes top candidates, so we offer a highly competitive compensation and benefits package including: WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU: • Fully Company funded Employee Stock Ownership Retirement Plan (ESOP) • 401(k) Retirement Program and Company Match • Medical & Prescription Drug • Dental • Voluntary Vision • 15 Paid Time Off days, Volunteer Paid Time Off and 10 Holidays per calendar year • FREE Short & Long-Term Disability • FREE Basic Life/AD&D • Voluntary Supplemental Life insurance • Flexible Spending Accounts (Health Care and Dependent Care) • Employee Assistance Program • Health Advocate • Tuition Reimbursement OUR CORE VALUES SAFETY: The safety of our associates, customers, and partners is part of the DVL culture and a Core Value. CARING: We care about the success of our customers, our partners, our associates, and our company. COLLABORATION: Working with the team to achieve the best outcome, which is critical to our success. CREATIVITY: Being creative with ideas to improve the way we do things. INTEGRITY: We are not afraid to do the right thing. PROFESSIONALISM: Professional behavior is a cornerstone of our business.
See More Details >>Embarking on a career in the HVAC trade in Albuquerque, NM, typically begins with an apprenticeship that blends hands-on experience with classroom instruction, allowing individuals to earn while they learn. Apprenticeships in Albuquerque generally last about four to five years, requiring extensive training under licensed professionals. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, there are approximately 7,757 HVAC professionals nationwide, with a significant presence in Albuquerque. The industry projects a 6% job growth from 2022 to 2032. Apprentices in Albuquerque earn an average of $730.38 per week, with an annual overtime average of $38,060. Trade schools, unions, and platforms like Gild help aspiring HVAC technicians find apprenticeship opportunities, leading to a career with strong earning potential—often exceeding $885.13 per week for experienced professionals.
