Embarking on a career in the HVAC trade in Morgantown, WV, often begins with an apprenticeship, which combines hands-on experience with classroom learning, allowing individuals to earn while they learn. Apprenticeships typically last about four to five years, requiring extensive training under licensed professionals. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, there are approximately 861 HVAC technicians in Morgantown, WV, and the industry projects a 6% job growth from 2022 to 2032. Apprentices in Morgantown earn an average of $507 per week, with an average annual wage of $26,354. Trade schools, unions, and platforms like Guild offer aspiring HVAC technicians apprenticeship opportunities, leading to a promising career with strong earning potential—often exceeding $57,300 annually for experienced professionals.
Be part of a growing employee-owned company that has been around for over 75 years! Southern Air, Inc. is a company dedicated to the growth of our employees and excellent customer service. We serve clients throughout the Virginia, West Virginia, and North Carolina region. This opportunity will be based in the Morgantown, WV area. Southern Air, Inc. rewards your commitment with excellent wages, benefits including participation in our ESOP (Employee Stock Ownership Plan), Holiday/PTO, medical, 401(k), and career opportunities. Join our team and enjoy the rewards. Job Description: The HVAC Commercial Technician installs commercial and industrial heating and cooling equipment (rooftops, furnaces, central air conditioners, commercial refrigeration equipment). Responsibilities and Duties • Maintaining HVAC systems (Hydronic, Steam, Forced Hot Air, and Heat Pumps). • Read schematics. • Diagnosing and troubleshooting HVAC equipment. • Maintaining a high standard of mechanical installation practices. • Performing preventive maintenance on equipment. Qualifications: • Minimum 1 - 5 years of HVAC experience in HVAC service and installation or equivalent combination of vocational training and experience. • Must have experience servicing, troubleshooting, diagnosing, repairing, and installing HVAC and related equipment. • CFC Certification. • Must be able to work independently and as a team member. • Strong communication and documentation skills. • Must be able to pass a post-offer pre-employment drug screen and may be required to satisfactorily complete additional background checks as required (i.e. DMV, criminal history). • Must adhere to all company policies and procedures. Benefits: • Health Plan – With company contributions to employee health saving account (Starts 1st day!) • Dental Plan • 401k with company match • ESOP (Employee Stock Ownership Plan) • Vision Plan • Short-Term & Long-Term Disability • Supplemental & Dependent Life Insurance • Life Insurance & Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D) • PTO (Paid Time Off) for vacation and other purposes • Employee Assistance Plan • Paid time off for initial attempt to sit for exams for any relevant trade licenses and reimbursed for related annual license renewal fees • Paid training opportunities, participating in "OEM equipment specific" training classes and our own "in house" courses • Technicians are home most nights, with minimal out-of-town work requirements, and off most weekends • Company-provided and laundered uniforms. • Tool account and employee assistance program • We provide "IN HOUSE" tech support • Technicians take a company vehicle home at NO COST TO THE TECH • Rate of pay $16 - $40 an hour Skills and Abilities: • Ability to troubleshoot issues with systematic, thoughtful, timely, and effective solutions and procedures. • Demonstrate proper and safe use of tools and related equipment. • Experience in providing quality, professional customer-related services. • Ability to work and communicate effectively individually and in a team environment. • Ability to handle disruptions in stride with professionalism. • Ability to work independently in a commercial setting. Physical Demands/Working Conditions: The physical activities described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to perform the essential functions of this job successfully. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions and expectations. Individuals may need to ride or drive in a vehicle for two or more hours at a time, depending on the position. Individuals working at an outside job site may be exposed to varying temperatures and all weather conditions. Performing this job requires frequent use of hands to handle, control, or feel objects, tools, or controls. Must be able to sit, talk, hear, and stand frequently throughout the day. Must be able to climb, reach above shoulder height, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl often. The position occasionally may require lifting heavy objects (up to 50 pounds) and performing strenuous physical labor under adverse field conditions. May work with or around typical construction materials and chemicals that require knowledge of safety data sheets. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or national origin or disability or protected veteran status. Visit our website to learn more about Southern Air, Inc. www.southern-air.com
See More Details >>Please note that this position is based on our campus in Madison, WI, and requires relocation to the area. We recruit nationally and provide financial relocation assistance. We're seeking a skilled and reliable Commercial Kitchen Equipment and Refrigeration Technician to ensure our state-of-the-art kitchens and onsite bakeries operate at peak performance. In this essential role, you'll be responsible for diagnosing, repairing, and maintaining a wide range of commercial kitchen appliances, refrigeration systems, and HVAC equipment for our 9 million square foot campus. Your expertise will help prevent equipment failures, minimize downtime, and support the seamless operation of our world-class culinary team. If you take pride in precision, problem-solving, and keeping essential systems running smoothly, we'd love to have you on our team. Key Responsibilities • Diagnose, repair, and maintain HVAC, refrigeration, and commercial cooking equipment • Install, calibrate, and optimize kitchen ventilation and appliance systems • Conduct preventive maintenance and safety inspections • Ensure compliance with OSHA, refrigeration, gas, and electrical safety standards • Use hand tools, power tools, and diagnostic equipment to resolve technical issues Core Equipment You'll Work On • Refrigeration: Walk-in coolers/freezers, blast chillers, ice machines • Cooking Equipment: Commercial ovens, fryers, steam kettles, tilt skillets • Ventilation & HVAC: Exhaust hoods, rooftop HVAC units, make-up air systems • Dishwashing & Sanitation: High-capacity dishwashers, automated sanitation systems Live affordably in a city known for its rising tech talent. Epic is located just outside Madison, Wisconsin, the second fastest growing market for tech talent in the United States and home to the state capital and the University of Wisconsin. Madison, a city surrounded by water, has received accolades for being the greenest city in America (NerdWallet), the best city for renters (SmartAsset), the fittest city in America (Fitbit), and the third best metro in the US for young professionals (Forbes Advisor). More than just important work. Our uniquely themed campus was designed to heighten your ability to get stuff done in your office, a conference room, or by the fireplace in a comfy chair. All meals are restaurant-quality but cost only a few dollars, and they’re prepared by a team comprised of kitchen talent from restaurants around the country. And, after five years here, you’ll earn a four-week sabbatical anywhere in the world. Staff have kayaked in Patagonia, attended a Beyoncé concert in Ireland, built a library in Tanzania, and run a marathon in Antarctica. We offer comprehensive benefits to keep you healthy and happy as you grow in your life and career, and your merit-based compensation will reflect the impact your work has on the company and our customers. You'll also be eligible for annual raises and bonuses, as well as stock grants, which give you an even greater stake in the success of Epic and our customers. Healthcare is global, and building the best ideas from around the world into Epic software is a point of pride. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we know that inclusive teams design software that supports the delivery of quality care for all patients, so diversity, equity, and inclusion are written into our principles. Please see our full non-discrimination statement at https://careers.epic.com/EEO. • CFC Universal Certification • EPA 608 certification • Eligible to work in the US without sponsorship • Willingness to relocate to the Madison, WI area • COVID-19 vaccination • Minimum 3 years of experience with: • Commercial kitchen equipment service and repair • Installation and service of cooler/freezer refrigeration systems • Electrical troubleshooting and diagnostics • Gas-fired equipment and gas piping systems
See More Details >>We’re looking for an HVAC Service Technician to join our service team in Morgantown, WV ! This position will be running service, and maintenance calls for our commercial and industrial HVAC customers. What you will be doing: • Provide service, repair, and maintenance for commercial HVAC systems • Customer service and open communication are a priority • Additional education is provided through in-house training and factory training programs. • Observe company safety measures and present a professional attitude and appearance. Qualifications: • Valid driver's license & insurable driving record • 6 + years of HVAC Service experience • Refrigeration experience desired • EPA Universal Certification • Experienced at troubleshooting, repairing, and performing maintenance for wide range large commercial and light commercial HVAC equipment & refrigeration • Ability to read and interpret wiring diagrams and blueprints • Ability to consult on customer complaints and give solutions that are beneficial for customer • Excellent customer service skills • Knowledge of basic sheet metal practices • Familiar with air balancing principles and techniques • High school diploma or equivalent • Pass background check & drug screen Benefits: • Health insurance • Dental insurance • Vision insurance • Life insurance • 401K with company match • PTO and Paid holidays • Company Vehicle + gas card • Company uniform / phone
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