Residential HVAC Installer

White Mechanical Inc. • Full-time • Lake Forest, California, United States • $30 - $45 / hour • 3d ago

About White Mechanical

White Mechanical Inc. is a family-owned HVAC/R company serving customers since 2002. We provide comprehensive heating, ventilation, and air conditioning services for residential and commercial clients, including installation, maintenance, and repair solutions.

As a BBB-accredited company since 2015, we've built our reputation on superior customer service, integrity, and quality workmanship. Our experienced team delivers reliable HVAC solutions with professionalism and attention to detail that comes from treating every customer like family.

What We Are Looking for

We're looking for an experienced Lead Residential HVAC Install Technician to join our team at White Mechanical Inc. You'll be heading up a two-person installation crew, taking ownership of full system installs — furnaces, ACs, heat pumps, ductwork, thermostats — across new construction, replacement, and retrofit projects throughout our service area. This is a hands-on field leadership role where you're the one setting the standard on every job.

What You'll Be Doing

Lead an installation crew, directing day-to-day job logistics and keeping installs on track
Install complete residential HVAC systems from start to finish — furnaces, ACs, heat pumps, ductwork, and thermostats
Perform system start-up, testing, and calibration to ensure everything runs right before you leave the job
Modify and fabricate ductwork, piping, and electrical connections to fit each unique install
Conduct pre-installation site assessments to plan out equipment placement and flag any potential issues
Remove and properly dispose of old HVAC equipment per environmental regulations
Communicate with homeowners about installation progress, system operation, and maintenance recommendations
Assist the service team with troubleshooting and repairs when operational needs call for it
Keep company vehicles, tools, and documentation — including warranty registrations and completion reports — in good order

What We're Looking For

3+ years of hands-on residential HVAC installation experience
EPA 608 Universal Certification
Valid California Driver's License with a clean driving record
Ability to read blueprints, schematics, and technical manuals
Solid understanding of electrical, refrigeration, and mechanical systems
Familiarity with local building codes and safety regulations
Prior experience leading or mentoring a crew

Preferred (nice to have, not required)

NATE certification
Experience with smart thermostats and modern HVAC control systems

Compensation and Benefits

$30–40/hr depending on experience
Company vehicle provided
Medical, dental & vision — company covers 80% of your medical premium
401(k) with profit sharing
Paid time off + sick time
Life insurance
Paid training and certifications

Equal Opportunity

White Mechanical Inc., is an equal opportunity employer (EOE). Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to age, race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, and disability or veteran status. If you need assistance or an accommodation during the application process because of a disability, it is available upon request (White Mechanical Inc. is pleased to provide such assistance, and no applicant will be penalized as a result of such a request).

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $30.00 - $45.00 per hour

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