Entry-Level Residential HVAC Service Technician

Location: Fishersville, VA

Job Type: Full-Time, Year-Round Residential Service

About the role

Vailes Home Improvement Services is hiring an Entry-Level Residential HVAC Service Technician to join our growing, family-owned team. This opportunity is ideal for someone with HVAC training, trade school or apprenticeship experience, maintenance experience, or early field exposure who wants to continue building technical skills alongside experienced professionals. If you enjoy problem-solving, working with your hands, helping customers, and learning something new every day, this could be a great long-term opportunity. We are looking for dependable individuals who want to build a career, not just find another job. For years, Vailes Home Improvement Services has built a reputation for dependable HVAC, plumbing, and home improvement services. Our team is known for quality craftsmanship, customer-focused service, and creating an environment where employees are supported, respected, and given opportunities to grow. As an Entry-Level Residential HVAC Service Technician, you will assist with residential service calls, perform preventative maintenance, support diagnostic and repair work, learn system troubleshooting, and help deliver an excellent customer experience. You will work alongside experienced technicians while developing technical and communication skills that prepare you for long-term advancement. The company offers a clear advancement path into Service Technician and Senior Technician roles.

Responsibilities

• Assist with diagnosing and servicing residential heating and cooling systems
• Perform preventative maintenance and seasonal tune-ups
• Support repairs and equipment troubleshooting under technician guidance
• Communicate professionally with homeowners and explain service recommendations
• Complete service documentation accurately
• Maintain tools, equipment, and an organized work environment
• Follow company safety standards and best practices
• Continue learning through hands-on and formal training opportunities

Qualifications

• Trade school education in HVAC, maintenance experience, or at least 1 year of field experience in HVAC, mechanical systems, construction, facilities maintenance, or a related skilled trade
• Previous residential service experience helpful but not required
• Dependable, eager to learn, mechanically inclined, comfortable working directly with homeowners
• Basic knowledge of heating and cooling systems, hand and power tools, safety practices, and troubleshooting concepts preferred
• EPA certification a plus, but not required, and may be supported through training opportunities
• Valid driver's license with insurable driving history
• Professionalism, strong communication skills, reliability, team-first attitude

Benefits

• Competitive hourly pay plus performance incentives and spiffs
• Generous benefits package with up to $7,000 in company-paid coverage annually
• Insurance options available
• Paid time off and paid holidays starting Day 1
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