HVAC SERVICE TECHNICIAN
Houston, TX
If you're a seasoned commercial tech who'd rather start up and troubleshoot real equipment than chase a service-call quota, this one's worth a look. Our client is a growing commercial HVAC contractor working on high-rise buildings, tenant remodels, and warehouses across Texas. They pay $35–$45/hr, provide a truck and gas card, and have no on-call rotation.
THE BASICS
Location: Houston, TX
Pay: $35–$45/hour, depending on experience (exceptional candidates considered up to $50/hour)
Service Area: Based in Houston. Occasional travel to Austin, Dallas, and San Antonio job sites as needed, with hotel and per diem covered. No relocation required.
Schedule: Monday–Friday, typically 7:00 AM–3:30 PM. Some jobs start earlier (4:00–6:00 AM) depending on site restrictions.
On-Call: None. This is not a service role with on-call responsibilities.
Reports To: Field Supervisor
WHAT YOU'LL DO
- Troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair commercial HVAC systems on your own, without needing a lead tech on site
- Handle startup and commissioning on new installs and renovations
- Work hands-on with VRF systems, fan coil units, VAV boxes, Liebert units, and CRAC units
- Work primarily on high-rise tenant remodels, plus warehouses, standalone buildings, and the occasional new build
- Travel to commercial job sites across Houston, and occasionally to Austin, Dallas, and San Antonio, with lodging and per diem paid
- Pitch in on preventive maintenance during slower stretches
WHY TECHS LIKE WORKING HERE
- Company vehicle or truck allowance. If your HOA doesn't allow a work truck in the driveway, you can take the allowance instead.
- Gas card
- Company-provided tablet
- Medical insurance, with the company paying a portion of the employee premium
- Dental and ancillary benefits
- 401(k) with up to 4% company match
- 6 paid holidays
- Paid time off, starting at one week after your first year, negotiable for experienced hires
- Christmas/performance bonuses when the company does well (not guaranteed)
- Project-based work instead of service calls, so there's no daily call count and no on-call rotation
- Steady, non-union work: the job keeps going when union strikes shut sites down
- Optional weekend work when it's available, with no pressure if you'd rather keep your weekends
- A team with long tenure, including techs who've been there 15+ years
WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR
Required:
- Approximately 5+ years of commercial HVAC experience (strong candidates with 4 years may be considered)
- Troubleshooting and startup experience on commercial systems
- Experience with VRF systems, fan coil units, VAV boxes, Liebert units, and CRAC units
- EPA 608 Universal certification
- Valid driver's license
Nice to Have (not required):
- Manufacturer certifications on VRF/ductless systems
- Chiller experience or exposure
- A positive attitude and willingness to learn