Are you the go-to tech on the job when others need help? Do you want to work in paradise while still advancing your HVAC career? Are you ready to join an expanding team that values your skills—without the corporate red tape? If so, Sub-Zero in Key West is growing—and we’re looking for skilled HVAC professionals to join our expanding team. About Us: Sub-Zero is a respected HVAC name in the Florida Keys, now proudly operating under the Rocket Cooling umbrella. We’ve built our reputation by supporting the local residential and commercial market—including the thriving hospitality industry in Key West and beyond. Now, as part of Rocket Cooling, we’re expanding. We're hiring HVAC technicians of all types to support our growth: from new construction projects like airport terminals and multi-family housing, to ongoing service, installs, and maintenance for homes, resorts, and commercial properties. We're hiring for multiple technician roles: • HVAC Construction Technicians (rough-in, install, layout, and startup) • Commercial Service Techs (diagnostics, refrigeration experience a plus) • Residential Technicians specializing in service, install, or maintenance • HVAC Maintenance Techs (system tune-ups, inspections, performance checks) What You’ll Be Doing (based on experience and role): • Install and commission HVAC systems for new construction projects, including multi-family and commercial buildings • Service and repair residential and commercial HVAC systems • Perform preventative maintenance and inspections for homes and businesses • Work on duct systems, copper refrigerant lines (including brazing), and electrical wiring • Utilize ServiceTitan to manage scheduling, job details, estimates, and customer communication • Communicate clearly with customers and team members • Follow all safety guidelines and ensure code compliance on every job What We’re Looking For: • 2+ years of HVAC experience in new construction, commercial service, or residential service/install/maintenance • Refrigeration experience is a plus, especially for commercial or hospitality accounts • EPA Certification preferred (Universal ideal) • Ability to read blueprints or install layouts (especially for construction roles) • Strong diagnostic and mechanical skills • Excellent communication and customer service skills (especially for service roles) • A valid driver’s license and clean driving record • A self-starter with a team-player attitude • Willingness to live in or commute to Key West and work in local conditions What We Offer: • Competitive hourly pay based on experience • Aggressive commission structure (for qualifying roles) • Health, dental, and vision insurance (opt-in) • 401(k) with company matching • Paid time off and holidays • Company vehicle provided (for service and lead tech roles) • Flexible, supportive, and non-corporate work environment • Opportunities for growth with a rapidly expanding team • Opportunities to relocate or transfer to our other locations in Southwest Florida, the Treasure Coast, and the Northern Keys Come join the Sub-Zero team and help shape the next chapter of HVAC in the Keys. Whether you're in construction, residential service, install, or maintenance. We have a place for you here. Job Type: Full-time Pay: $20.00 - $40.00 per hour Benefits: • 401(k) • 401(k) matching • Dental insurance • Health insurance • Paid time off • Vision insurance Work Location: In person
See More Details >>JOB The Apprenticeship Program Instructor will be responsible for implementing and overseeing training sessions for apprentices in HVAC. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in HVAC, possess excellent communication skills, and demonstrate a passion for teaching and mentoring. The instructor will play a crucial role in ensuring that apprentices gain the technical skills and knowledge necessary to succeed in their chosen field. This position reports to the Director, Workforce Development and Continuing Education. EXAMPLE OF DUTIES 1. Deliver comprehensive training for apprentices using the National Center for Construction Education and Research materials provided.2. Evaluate apprentice performance and provide constructive feedback to support their development.3. Select appropriate materials and equipment for discipline or program use and ensure proper care and safety in their use.4. Proctor NCCER module exams and facilitate performance profiles for apprentices.5. Stay current with industry standards, technologies, and best practices to enhance training offerings.6. Collaborate with community partners to ensure training programs meet industry workforce needs.7. Monitor and assess the effectiveness of the apprenticeship program and make recommendations for improvements.8. Promote the College’s recruitment and retention efforts when appropriate.9. Additional duties as assigned.(These essential job functions are not to be construed as a complete statement of all duties performed. Employees will perform other job-related marginal duties as assigned.) SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION Please submit all materials online. Contact the Office of Talent Acquisition, Development, and Accountability at hr@cfk.edu or (305) 809-3118 if you need assistance. Employment Consideration Requirement: Completed CFK application, cover letter, resume, and post-secondary transcripts as applicable (unofficial and/or copies are acceptable, but must provide official transcripts within 30 days of employment). Please Note: Transcripts from non-U.S. colleges and universities will require a U.S. academic equivalency evaluation from a credential evaluation service recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. Please visit https://www.naces.org/ or https://aice-eval.org/ for more information. E-Verify Notice of Participation: This employer participates in E-Verify. If you accept an offer of employment, this employer will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. For more information, please visit E-Verify. Notice of Non-Discrimination: The College of the Florida Keys does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnicity, age, sex (including sexual orientation and gender identity), marital status, military status, protected veteran status, genetic information, religion, pregnancy, or disability in its programs, activities, or employment practices. The following persons have been designated to handle inquiries and grievances regarding the non-discrimination policies: Civil Rights Compliance Officer: Candice Patty, Manager, Office of Talent Acquisition, Development, and Accountability, (305) 809-3118 or candice.patty@cfk.eduTitle IX Coordinator: Jessica Losardo, Director, Advancement, (305) 809-3198 or jessica.losardo@cfk.eduDisability Services: Nicole Gerrard, Executive Director, Student Success Services, (305) 809-3262 or nicole.gerrard@cfk.eduMailing Address: The College of the Florida Keys, 5901 College Road, Key West, FL 33040State Complaint Process: Federal regulations and State laws require that public colleges in The Florida College System have processes for students, employees, and applicants to file complaints against any respective college. In almost every situation, the college’s process for resolving complaints must be followed first. Before contacting the State Division of Florida Colleges, please read CFK’s policies and procedures for filing complaints. For more information on filing a complaint with the State Division of Florida Colleges, please visit FCS Concerns and Complaints Process.
See More Details >>h2About the Department/h2pp id="isPasted"The Apprenticeship Program Instructor will be responsible for implementing and overseeing training sessions for apprentices in HVAC. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in HVAC, possess excellent communication skills, and demonstrate a passion for teaching and mentoring. The instructor will play a crucial role in ensuring that apprentices gain the technical skills and knowledge necessary to succeed in their chosen field. This position reports to the Director, Workforce Development and Continuing Education./p/ph2Position Duties/h2pundefined1. Deliver comprehensive training for apprentices using the National Center for Construction Education and Research materials provided.br id="isPasted"2. Evaluate apprentice performance and provide constructive feedback to support their development.br3. Select appropriate materials and equipment for discipline or program use and ensure proper care and safety in their use.br4. Proctor NCCER module exams and facilitate performance profiles for apprentices.br5. Stay current with industry standards, technologies, and best practices to enhance training offerings.br6. Collaborate with community partners to ensure training programs meet industry workforce needs.br7. Monitor and assess the effectiveness of the apprenticeship program and make recommendations for improvements.br8. Promote the College’s recruitment and retention efforts when appropriate.br9. Additional duties as assigned./undefinedbrundefinedbr(These essential job functions are not to be construed as a complete statement of all duties performed. Employees will perform other job-related marginal duties as assigned.)br/undefined/ph2Minimum Qualifications/h2pundefinedstronguKnowledge, Abilities, and Skills:/u/strongbr id="isPasted"• Ability to deliver high-quality instruction in the HVAC Apprenticeship Program.br• Ability to commit to the continued effort to stay current in the program area.br• Knowledge of the College's mission, policies, procedures, and services.br• Strong student orientation and ability to work with a diverse student population.br• Proficient in the use of technology.br• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.br• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with faculty, staff, students, and the public.br• Ability to perform necessary math calculations.br• Ability to perform duties with minimal supervision.br• Ability to successfully complete NCCER Instructor Certification Training Program (ICTP)./undefinedbrundefinedbrstronguEducation and Qualifications:/u/strongbr• Four (4) years’ experience in the HVAC trade, required./undefinedbrundefinedbrustrongLicenses, Certifications or Registrations:/strong/ubr• NCCER ICTP preferred./undefinedbrundefinedbrustrongPhysical Skills:/strong/ubr/undefinedundefined• Ability to perform and demonstrate physical tasks relevant to the HCAV industry, such as lifting, carrying, or manipulating materials and tools./undefinedbrundefinedbrustrongEnvironmental Conditions:/strong/ubr• Works inside a classroom environment as well as field work.brbr(Reasonable accommodations will be made for qualified individuals with a disability.)br/undefined/ph2Other Qualifications/h2pstrongPlease a href="https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/cfkedu" target="_blank"submit all materials online/a. nbsp;Contact the Office of Talent Acquisition, Development, and Accountability at hr@cfk.edu or (305) 809-3118 if you need assistance./strongnbsp;brnbsp;brstrongEmployment Consideration Requirement: nbsp;nbsp;/strongCompleted CFK application, cover letter, resume, and post-secondary transcripts as applicable (unofficial and/or copies are acceptable, but must provide official transcripts within 30 days of employment).brnbsp;brstrongPlease Note: nbsp;nbsp;/strongTranscripts from non-U.S. colleges and universities will require a U.S. academic equivalency evaluation from a credential evaluation service recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. Please visit a href="https://www.naces.org/" target="_blank"https://www.naces.org//a ornbsp;a href="https://aice-eval.org/" target="_blank"https://aice-eval.org//a for more information. nbsp;brnbsp;brstrongE-Verify Notice of Participation:nbsp;/strongThis employer participates in E-Verify. nbsp;If you accept an offer of employment, this employer will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. nbsp;For more information, please visitnbsp;a href="https://www.e-verify.gov/employees" target="_blank"E-Verify./a brnbsp;brstrongNotice of Non-Discrimination: nbsp;nbsp;/strongThe College of the Florida Keys does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnicity, age, sex (including sexual orientation and gender identity), marital status, military status, protected veteran status, genetic information, religion, pregnancy, or disability in its programs, activities, or employment practices. The following persons have been designated to handle inquiries and grievances regarding the non-discrimination policies:brul style="margin-bottom: 3pt;"liCivil Rights Compliance Officer: Candice Patty, Manager, Office of Talent Acquisition, Development, and Accountability, (305) 809-3118 or candice.patty@cfk.edu/liliTitle IX Coordinator: nbsp;Jessica Losardo, Director, Advancement, (305) 809-3198 or jessica.losardo@cfk.edu/liliDisability Services: nbsp;Nicole Gerrard, Executive Director, Student Success Services, (305) 809-3262 or nicole.gerrard@cfk.edu/li/ulbrstrongMailing Address: nbsp;/strongThe College of the Florida Keys, 5901 College Road, Key West, FL 33040brbrstrongState Complaint Process:/strongnbsp; nbsp;Federal regulations and State laws require that public colleges in The Florida College System have processes for students, employees, and applicants to file complaints against any respective college. In almost every situation, the college’s process for resolving complaints must be followed first. Before contacting the State Division of Florida Colleges, please read CFK’s policies and procedures for filing complaints. For more information on filing a complaint with the State Division of Florida Colleges, please visit a href="https://www.fldoe.org/schools/higher-ed/fl-college-system/about-us/concerns-complaints.stml" target="_blank"FCS Concerns and Complaints Process./anbsp;/p h2About the Department/h2pp id="isPasted"The Apprenticeship Program Instructor will be responsible for implementing and overseeing training sessions for apprentices in HVAC. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in HVAC, possess excellent communication skills, and demonstrate a passion for teaching and mentoring. The instructor will play a crucial role in ensuring that apprentices gain the technical skills and knowledge necessary to succeed in their chosen field. This position reports to the Director, Workforce Development and Continuing Education./p/ph2Position Duties/h2pundefined1. Deliver comprehensive training for apprentices using the National Center for Construction Education and Research materials provided.br id="isPasted"2. Evaluate apprentice performance and provide constructive feedback to support their development.br3. Select appropriate materials and equipment for discipline or program use and ensure proper care and safety in their use.br4. Proctor NCCER module exams and facilitate performance profiles for apprentices.br5. Stay current with industry standards, technologies, and best practices to enhance training offerings.br6. Collaborate with community partners to ensure training programs meet industry workforce needs.br7. Monitor and assess the effectiveness of the apprenticeship program and make recommendations for improvements.br8. Promote the College’s recruitment and retention efforts when appropriate.br9. Additional duties as assigned./undefinedbrundefinedbr(These essential job functions are not to be construed as a complete statement of all duties performed. Employees will perform other job-related marginal duties as assigned.)br/undefined/ph2Minimum Qualifications/h2pundefinedstronguKnowledge, Abilities, and Skills:/u/strongbr id="isPasted"• Ability to deliver high-quality instruction in the HVAC Apprenticeship Program.br• Ability to commit to the continued effort to stay current in the program area.br• Knowledge of the College's mission, policies, procedures, and services.br• Strong student orientation and ability to work with a diverse student population.br• Proficient in the use of technology.br• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.br• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with faculty, staff, students, and the public.br• Ability to perform necessary math calculations.br• Ability to perform duties with minimal supervision.br• Ability to successfully complete NCCER Instructor Certification Training Program (ICTP)./undefinedbrundefinedbrstronguEducation and Qualifications:/u/strongbr• Four (4) years’ experience in the HVAC trade, required./undefinedbrundefinedbrustrongLicenses, Certifications or Registrations:/strong/ubr• NCCER ICTP preferred./undefinedbrundefinedbrustrongPhysical Skills:/strong/ubr/undefinedundefined• Ability to perform and demonstrate physical tasks relevant to the HCAV industry, such as lifting, carrying, or manipulating materials and tools./undefinedbrundefinedbrustrongEnvironmental Conditions:/strong/ubr• Works inside a classroom environment as well as field work.brbr(Reasonable accommodations will be made for qualified individuals with a disability.)br/undefined/ph2Other Qualifications/h2pstrongPlease a href="https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/cfkedu" target="_blank"submit all materials online/a. nbsp;Contact the Office of Talent Acquisition, Development, and Accountability at hr@cfk.edu or (305) 809-3118 if you need assistance./strongnbsp;brnbsp;brstrongEmployment Consideration Requirement: nbsp;nbsp;/strongCompleted CFK application, cover letter, resume, and post-secondary transcripts as applicable (unofficial and/or copies are acceptable, but must provide official transcripts within 30 days of employment).brnbsp;brstrongPlease Note: nbsp;nbsp;/strongTranscripts from non-U.S. colleges and universities will require a U.S. academic equivalency evaluation from a credential evaluation service recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. Please visit a href="https://www.naces.org/" target="_blank"https://www.naces.org//a ornbsp;a href="https://aice-eval.org/" target="_blank"https://aice-eval.org//a for more information. nbsp;brnbsp;brstrongE-Verify Notice of Participation:nbsp;/strongThis employer participates in E-Verify. nbsp;If you accept an offer of employment, this employer will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. nbsp;For more information, please visitnbsp;a href="https://www.e-verify.gov/employees" target="_blank"E-Verify./a brnbsp;brstrongNotice of Non-Discrimination: nbsp;nbsp;/strongThe College of the Florida Keys does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnicity, age, sex (including sexual orientation and gender identity), marital status, military status, protected veteran status, genetic information, religion, pregnancy, or disability in its programs, activities, or employment practices. The following persons have been designated to handle inquiries and grievances regarding the non-discrimination policies:brul style="margin-bottom: 3pt;"liCivil Rights Compliance Officer: Candice Patty, Manager, Office of Talent Acquisition, Development, and Accountability, (305) 809-3118 or candice.patty@cfk.edu/liliTitle IX Coordinator: nbsp;Jessica Losardo, Director, Advancement, (305) 809-3198 or jessica.losardo@cfk.edu/liliDisability Services: nbsp;Nicole Gerrard, Executive Director, Student Success Services, (305) 809-3262 or nicole.gerrard@cfk.edu/li/ulbrstrongMailing Address: nbsp;/strongThe College of the Florida Keys, 5901 College Road, Key West, FL 33040brbrstrongState Complaint Process:/strongnbsp; nbsp;Federal regulations and State laws require that public colleges in The Florida College System have processes for students, employees, and applicants to file complaints against any respective college. In almost every situation, the college’s process for resolving complaints must be followed first. Before contacting the State Division of Florida Colleges, please read CFK’s policies and procedures for filing complaints. For more information on filing a complaint with the State Division of Florida Colleges, please visit a href="https://www.fldoe.org/schools/higher-ed/fl-college-system/about-us/concerns-complaints.stml" target="_blank"FCS Concerns and Complaints Process./anbsp;/p
See More Details >>Embarking on a career in the HVAC trade in Key West, FL typically begins with an apprenticeship, blending hands-on experience with classroom instruction, enabling individuals to earn while they learn. Apprenticeships generally last four to five years, demanding extensive training under certified professionals. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, there are 14,440 HVAC technicians in Florida, with a 6% job growth projected from 2022 to 2032. Apprentices in Key West earn an average of $1,171.50 per week, with an annual overtime average of $48,960. Trade schools, unions, and platforms like Gild assist aspiring HVAC technicians in finding apprenticeship opportunities, leading to a career with strong earning potential—often exceeding $57,300 annually for experienced professionals.
