Senior Technical Install Specialist (HVAC/R)
Location: Conroe / Montgomery County, TX (field-based)
Company: Carl’s Quality Cooling & Heating
About Us
Carl’s Quality Cooling & Heating is a fast-growing, service-first HVAC contractor serving Montgomery County and surrounding areas. We pride ourselves on technical excellence, best-in-class customer service, and investing in people and training. We’re looking for a Senior Technical Installer who loves complex technical work, commissions high-performance systems, and mentors a growing team of technicians.
Role Summary
We are seeking a highly skilled, experienced Senior Technical Installer with deep, hands-on experience installing and commissioning high-efficiency, communicating, variable-speed, inverter-driven residential and light-commercial systems. The ideal candidate has proven experience with Daikin FIT, Amana Series S, Goodman Side-Discharge, dedicated experience with mini-splits / multi-splits, and full competency with VRV/VRF systems (installation, controls, and commissioning). This role is field-heavy and requires excellent troubleshooting skills, strong customer communication, and the ability to document and deliver quality installations every time.
Key Responsibilities
- Perform complete installations of split systems, heat pumps, inverter-driven condensing units and compressors, ducted and ductless mini-splits, multi-splits, and VRV/VRF systems per manufacturer specifications and local code.
- Commission and start-up communicating systems (Daikin FIT, Amana Series S, Goodman Side-Discharge) — configure and verify inverter controls, variable speed operation, and factory/field settings.
- Commission VRV/VRF systems: piping pulls, evacuation, charging, electronic expansion valve setup, branch selector valves, remote controllers, and networked control integration.
- Program, configure, and troubleshoot manufacturer control platforms, apps and PC commissioning tools (e.g., Daikin commissioning tools, supplier mobile apps).
- Perform refrigerant handling: nitrogen purging, brazing, vacuuming, recovery, accurate weighing and charging, leak detection, and verify superheat/subcooling values.
- Troubleshoot inverter/compressor faults, communication faults, electronic expansion valve issues, and control/board level problems.
- Read and follow blueprints, wiring diagrams, and submittals. Perform site surveys and pre-installation planning including load/line sizing, condensate management, and structural requirements.
- Interface professionally with customers onsite to explain work performed, system operation, and maintenance best practices.
- Complete accurate job documentation: commissioning checklists, start-up reports, punch lists, warranty paperwork, and job photos.
- Mentor junior technicians, lead job sites where appropriate, and coordinate with project managers and supply chain for parts and spares.
- Maintain on-vehicle inventory of tools and materials, keep tools and truck organized, and follow company safety procedures.
Required Qualifications & Skills
- 7+ years of hands-on HVAC/R installation and commissioning experience (residential and light commercial). Strong preference for candidates with long track record on inverter-driven and communicating systems.
- Proven experience installing and commissioning: Daikin FIT, Amana Series S, Goodman Side-Discharge, mini-splits / multi-splits, and VRV/VRF systems — cite specific jobs/projects in resume.
- Advanced understanding of inverter/variable speed compressor technology, VFDs, variable capacity control, and electronic expansion valves.
- Strong refrigeration fundamentals: brazing, nitrogen purging, vacuum to spec, accurate charging (by weight and performance), superheat/subcooling measurement and interpretation.
- Solid electrical skills: 120V–480V single and three-phase circuits, motor/contactor/relay troubleshooting, control wiring, and protective devices.
- EPA Section 608 Universal Certification required.
- Valid driver’s license and clean driving record.
- Excellent customer communication and team leadership skills.
- Ability to climb ladders, crawl in attics, lift up to 75 lbs, and work in confined spaces and varying weather conditions.
Preferred / Highly Desirable
- Manufacturer certifications: Daikin, Amana/Goodman, or other VRF/mini-split vendor training and commissioning credentials.
- NATE certification or equivalent.
- Experience integrating HVAC systems with building controls/BMS (BACnet, Modbus) or proprietary networked controllers.
- Experience commissioning communicating thermostats, Wi-Fi controllers, and mobile/PC commissioning apps.
- Formal HVAC/R technical training, apprenticeship, or journeyman level experience.
Tools & Equipment Familiarity
- Digital manifold gauges, electronic vacuum pumps, micron gauges, refrigerant scales, recovery units, digital clamp meters, multimeters, leak detectors, brazing torches, flaring tools, tubing tools, nitrogen regulators, and commissioning/diagnostic software.
Physical & Safety Requirements
- Able to work in hot attics, roofs, crawl spaces, and on ladders/scaffolding as required.
- Ability to lift/carry material and equipment up to 75 lbs safely and repeatedly.
- Must follow company PPE and jobsite safety procedures; OSHA/compliance awareness.
Compensation & Benefits
- Competitive pay based on experience (DOE) + performance incentives.
- Company vehicle or mileage reimbursement, uniform allowance, tool allowance.
- Medical, dental, vision, supplemental insurance options.
- Retirement plan with company match, paid time off, holiday pay, ongoing manufacturer & technical training, and career advancement opportunities.
How to Apply
Please submit your resume and a short cover note describing direct, recent experience installing and commissioning the named systems (Daikin FIT, Amana Series S, Goodman Side-Discharge, VRV/VRF, mini-splits) and 2–3 commissioning/installation based references. Include copies of certifications (EPA 608, Daikin or other manufacturer certificates, NATE if applicable). Candidates who meet core requirements will be asked to provide detailed job examples and may be asked to participate in a technical skills assessment.
Equal Opportunity
Carl’s Quality Cooling & Heating is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
Pay: $35.00 - $45.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Company truck
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Fuel card
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Experience:
Work Location: On the road
