Service HVAC Technician Location: In person (Multiple locations) Job Type: Full-time, On-call, Overtime available Why You’ll Love This Role Step into J&RS’s Service Department as an HVAC Technician and experience a role that combines diagnostic challenges with hands-on repairs. You’ll spend your days running service calls—everything from vacuum-down mini-split systems to installing ductwork or radiant tubing. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and value a supportive team culture, you’ll quickly advance your skills and career here. Key Responsibilities • Perform service calls: diagnose, repair, and maintain residential and commercial HVAC systems • Set up and operate vacuum pumps, gauges, and leak-detection equipment • Install new ductwork, refrigerant lines, and system components • Support retrofit and remodel projects by installing mini-split indoor/outdoor units • Adhere to safety regulations and maintain an organized, professional worksite • Clearly communicate findings and recommendations to customers • Keep all company tools, meters, and trucks well-maintained What We’re Looking For • 4+ years of hands-on HVAC service experience • If you have less than 4 years of plumbing & HVAC experience, that's okay! We would still love to hear from you • EPA certification preferred (or willingness to obtain) • Valid Driver’s License and reliable transportation • Ability to work Monday–Friday, 8–10 hour shifts; overtime and occasional weekends for emergency calls • Strong mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills • Professional appearance and customer-centric attitude • Openness to continuous learning and process improvement Compensation & Benefits • Salary: $55,000–$85,000 / year (commensurate with experience) • Commission-pay opportunities • Employee discount on services and parts • Flexible Spending Account (FSA) • Comprehensive health, life, and disability insurance • Paid Time Off (PTO) • Referral bonus program • Retirement (401k) plan About J&RS At J&RS, our core values—Hardworking, Innovative, Detail-Oriented, Thorough, and Human-Centered—drive everything we do. We believe in taking care of our team so they can take care of our customers. If you’re ready for a role that challenges you, rewards you, and helps you grow, apply today Job Type: Full-time Pay: $30.77 - $48.97 per hour Benefits: • 401(k) • 401(k) 3% Match • 401(k) matching • Company truck • Dental insurance • Employee discount • Health insurance • Life insurance • Paid time off • Professional development assistance • Vision insurance Work Location: In person
See More Details >>| Stability | Competitive Weekly Pay + Benefits | Growth Opportunities + Training | Why join THIS HVAC Installation Team: • 100% Free Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance to Employees • Year-round vacation opportunities • Company Vehicle – fully stocked • 401(k) with company match up to 4% • Basic & Optional Life Insurance • Paid time off and Holidays • Company supplied cell phones and tablets Contact with us to talk about your future!
See More Details >>General Info Job Type: Full-Time Minimum Years of Experience Required: 5 Years Minimum Years of Education Required: Trade/Vocational school Willing to Travel Speciality: Commercial,Industrial Relocation Assistance is available Must be Authorized to Work in the US Company Info Gartner Refrigeration Company has been doing business in Duluth Minnesota since 1923. Over the years Gartner Refrigeration has evolved into a company that currently has 30 employees as well as the resources and technical ability to provide its customers with services and solutions that they have come to expect. Since 1974 the company has been located at its current West Duluth location providing Refrigeration and HVAC systems solutions. The company broadened its abilities in 1985 with the addition of the Temperature Controls division. This division has also evolved into a highly technical branch of the company that provides solutions for Building Automation Systems as well as providing customers with customized Energy Conservation Measures. We are in the business of providing service, while the majority of companies can claim they provide service, providing the kind of service that really gets people s attention requires continuous evaluation of the customer s needs, the ability to assemble a team of competent craft technicians, and the administrative staff to address the ever increasing accounting demands of today s business environment. Quality service is something that Gartner Refrigeration continuously strives to achieve by openly seeking customer feedback and addressing customer concerns at those times when we haven t measured up to their expectations. Job Description The ideal candidate for HVAC/R Technician will have a solid background in the HVAC and the Refrigeration industry and will be experienced in the commercial and/or industrial industry. Job Duties: • Installs, services, and repairs refrigeration and hvac equipment and systems. • Diagnoses problems and/or failures in refrigeration and hvac systems for the purpose of identifying equipment and/or systems repair and replacement needs. • Performs routine and preventive maintenance as needed and/or assigned for the purpose of ensuring the ongoing functioning of refrigeration and hvac systems. • Coordinates with administration and other trades for the purpose of completing projects/work orders efficiently. Job Requirements: • 5 years of commercial refrigeration service experience. • Experience in repairing and maintaining supermarket rack systems, walk-in/reach-in freezers and coolers, refrigerated serving lines, ice machines. • EPA Type I & II required. (EPA 608 Universal will be accepted) • Successful completion of an approved apprenticeship program/trade school/vocational program in HVAC and refrigeration repair. • Valid driver s license and good driving record. • Good people skills with a commitment to customer satisfaction • Ability to perform basic math, including calculations using fractions, percents, and/or ratios. • Problem solving is required to identify issues and create action plans. • Meeting deadlines and schedules • Working as part of a team • Working with constant interruptions • Displaying mechanical aptitude Benefits • Medical Insurance • Dental Insurance • Life Insurance • Retirement Benefit • Disability Insurance • Vehicle Provided • PTO Thank you for your interest in our opportunity, for immediate consideration please click "Apply"
See More Details >>Entering the HVAC trade in Duluth, MN, typically begins with an apprenticeship, blending hands-on experience with classroom learning, allowing individuals to earn while they learn. Apprenticeships last about four to five years, requiring extensive training under licensed professionals. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the average annual salary for HVAC technicians in Duluth, MN, is approximately $57,300, with hourly wages ranging from $20 to $30. Duluth's HVAC technicians earn an average of $1,435 per week, with experienced professionals often exceeding $108,000 annually. Trade schools, unions, and platforms like Gild help aspiring HVAC technicians find apprenticeship opportunities, leading to a career with strong earning potential.
