Commercial HVAC Installer

About the role

CaptiveAire is hiring HVAC and duct Installers for our new self-performing install crew, delivering turnkey HVAC installations for national accounts — rooftop units, supply/return/exhaust duct, low-voltage controls, and full system change-outs — to CaptiveAire's quality standard. Extensive travel is required. This role will report to the Field Engineer/Install Team Lead. The opportunity to be a founding member of CaptiveAire's first install crew and grow with the program.

Why Work for Captive-Aire?

• Nation's leading manufacturer of commercial kitchen ventilation systems, and now offering a complete solution of fans, heaters, ductwork and HVAC equipment. Our primary purpose is to provide fully integrated, sustainable HVAC Systems.
• Leader in the industry for over 40 years with innovative technologies, unmatched service, competitive pricing, and rapid lead times.
• Mission: to provide the highest quality products and service to our users at the lowest possible price.
• Strong commitment to the development of our employees, including continuous education opportunities.

Responsibilities

• Practice 100% Safe work 100% of the time.
• Install CaptiveAire HVAC equipment — RTUs, ductwork, exhaust fans, and supporting ancillary products — and execute full RTU change-outs.
• Install HVAC low voltage + space HMI's.
• Read and interpret blueprints, submittals, and mechanical drawings.
• Follow CaptiveAire installation standards on every job — spreader-bar lifts, minimal deck cutouts, CAS-supplied gasket with surplus on hand, and a clean, safe, organized jobsite.
• Coordinate with the Installation Manager and field teams to keep installs on schedule and on spec.

Qualifications

• Mechanical aptitude, a strong work ethic, reliability, and attention to detail.
• 1-5yrs experience preferred.
• Willingness to travel to jobsites. Travel across the US is 100% covered.
• Valid driver's license and clean driving record.
• HVAC field/install experience is preferred but not required for a strong candidate — we will train the trade onto the right attitude and skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Commercial HVAC installation experience.
• Refrigeration piping and brazing.
• EPA Certification (or willingness to obtain).
• Building Automation Systems (BAS) / controls.
• OSHA 10/30; commissioning and air-balancing experience.

Benefits

• Medical, dental and vision insurance.
• Disability & life insurance based upon election of medical insurance.
• 401k with employer match.
• Paid holidays.
• Paid time off (PTO) based upon tenure.
• Flexible spending account (FSA).
• Tuition reimbursement, including for Professional Engineering (PE) License.
• Relocation assistance.

Pay

Competitive pay with a substantial upside bonus tied to on-time installation, quality, and cost, and volume of projects.