Commercial HVAC Technician

Kelso Industries • Hamilton, Ohio, United States • $50,361 - $68,770 / year • 1m ago

Together We Build – Partnership, Innovation, Excellence, and Safety

At Kelso Industries, 3,500+ employees across 30 companies work together to deliver exceptional HVAC, mechanical, plumbing, refrigeration, and electrical solutions nationwide. Join us to grow your career, make an impact, and be part of a team where innovation, excellence, and safety come first.

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Summary:

Install and maintain HVAC systems and all other related HVAC components correctly and in a timely manner, while also helping facilitate customer satisfaction and workplace safety. All HVAC technicians are expected to work under close supervision within a team-oriented environment and with a minimal amount of creative design, depending on work experience and proven competencies.

Schedule: 8-hour day shift, Monday - Friday with potential for overtime

License/Certification:

Journeyman HVAC preferred

Responsibilities:

Install HVAC systems for commercial construction

Cutting and threading pipe, using pipe cutters, cutting torch, and pipe-threading machines

Installation of sheet metal duct and HVAC equipment

Set/mount equipment, rough-in and trim duct systems, experience installing duct systems is preferred

Layout and connect electrical wiring between the controls and equipment according to the wiring diagram

Ensure customer satisfaction

Other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

Minimum High School Diploma or GED or equivalent; EPA certification a plus
3-5 years of practical working experience in the HVAC industry, prefer commercial HVAC
Past experience working on construction projects desired
Must have the ability to read and interpret technical documents, blueprints, specifications, and drawings
Excellent problem-solving and customer service skills
Must have an honest and dependable personality
Strong mechanical aptitude
Strong ability to distinguish between various HVAC equipment
Self motivated individual with strong ability to follow instructions and work alone, as well as work effectively within a team
Ability to display professional company image
Possession of valid driver's license with good record of driving and reliable transportation
Ability to pass a background check and drug screening
Strong ability to write and read in English language
Ability to lift items weighing up to 100lbs safely
Strong ability to operate under severe temperature condition for long periods of time
Ability to climb, stoop, balance, crouch, crawl, or/and kneel continually
Must be able to access and navigate all areas of construction sites

WORK ENVIRONMENT AND EXPECTATIONS

Some job duties are performed within an established office environment under normal lighting and climate-controlled tolerances. The noise level in the work environment is usually low to moderate.
When the employee is at a work site, the employee is regularly exposed to wet and/or humid conditions; moving mechanical parts; high, precarious places and outdoor weather conditions. The noise in the work environment is often loud.
Requires a consistent physical presence at the branch office to oversee shared services functions and employees, normally achieved by working standard business hours. Certain positions will require flexibility of working hours to meet the demands of the job and the direction of the manager.

The work environments are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Prolonged periods of standing and walking.
Requires lifting, positioning, pushing, and/or pulling.
Frequently reaching, stooping, bending, kneeling, and crouching.
Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
Must be able to lift at least 50 pounds at times.

Why Join Kelso Industries?

Join us and be part of a team dedicated to creating efficient, sustainable, and high-performance environments that make a lasting impact across the industrial, commercial, and institutional sectors.

Here you will experience:

Growth Opportunities: Develop new skills, take on exciting challenges, and advance your career in meaningful ways.

Company Culture: You'll thrive in an environment that supports your growth, values your contributions, and makes work fulfilling and enjoyable.

Impact: Your work directly contributes to meaningful outcomes, allowing you to see the difference you make and feel a sense of purpose every day.

Competitive Compensation & Benefits: You'll be rewarded fairly for your contributions while enjoying perks that enhance your financial security, health, and overall well-being.

Kelso Industries celebrates diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We do not discriminate in any aspect of employment based on race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, age, veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local employment discrimination laws where Kelso does business