Field HVAC Technician

About the role

Axis Portable Air is an industry leader in equipment rental, offering portable HVAC solutions across the nation. Our rapid expansion is fueled by a culture that values teamwork, hard work, and personal ownership. Every employee receives $10,000 in annual company participation units, aligning their success with the company's.

What You’ll Do

• Install, service, and repair portable HVAC equipment at customer sites, ensuring optimal performance.
• Diagnose, repair, and maintain equipment, conducting preventative measures and annual inspections.
• Manage warehouse operations, receiving equipment, operating a forklift, and maintaining accurate inventory.
• Mentor and lead junior technicians, sharing expertise and taking on more complex projects.
• Work with your team, tracking activity and progress through detailed job notes and updates.
• Uphold company standards, keeping equipment clean, vehicles organized, and adhering to professional uniform and customer service guidelines.

What It Takes

• Experience: 3+ years in HVAC installation, maintenance, or repair, preferably with portable or commercial systems. Prior experience as a Delivery & Install Technician or similar role is preferred.
• Technical Experience: Proficient with electrical meters, vacuum pumps, refrigerant retrieval equipment, combustion analyzers, and oxygen acetylene torches.
• Certification: Must be EPA certified (Type 2 or Universal) to handle refrigerants.
• Electrical Diagnostics: Able to diagnose low-voltage and high-voltage electrical circuits.
• Wiring Expertise: Understand, interpret, and diagnose line and low voltage wiring schematics accurately.
• Fuel System Skills (Preferred): Experienced in diagnosing and adjusting natural gas, LP gas, and fuel oil-fired equipment.
• A Desire to Grow: Strong desire to deepen expertise in HVAC diagnostics, service, and responsibilities, taking on more complex challenges with each year of employment.
• Driving Experience: 2+ years of commercial driving experience preferred; experience in box-trucks, sprinter vans, and pulling a trailer is preferred. A 5-year clean driving record is required.
• Physical Demands: Work indoors and outdoors, often in extreme heat or cold, handling physical tasks such as lifting, pushing, or pulling 40+ lbs., and comfortable working on ladders.
• Communication Skills: Effective communicator with strong problem-solving abilities and a professional demeanor, capable of mentoring others and interacting with clients.
• Technology Skills: Comfortable with mobile devices, tablets, and laptops; able to navigate apps, complete digital records, and communicate with customers and team members.

When & Where You’ll Work

• Weekly Schedule & On-Call Requirements: Regular schedule with availability for rotating on-call shifts, including emergency client requests on nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Seasonal Demand: More overtime opportunities during peak summer/winter seasons, ready for emergencies like wildfires, hurricanes, heat waves, and winter storms.
• On the Road: Transport equipment to customer sites, either solo or with a teammate.
• Varying Work Environments: Work in diverse settings such as retail stores, construction projects, and manufacturing plants.
• Time Commitment: Installation, service, or repair tasks can range from a few minutes to a full day.
• Warehouse: Test, repair, and prepare equipment when not on the road.

Why Join Axis?

• You Can Be an Owner: Receive $10,000 in annual profit units through the Team Ownership Program, earning alongside the company's success.
• Hard Work Is Rewarded: Various incentive programs reward increased productivity and busier times.
• You Can Grow With Us: Clear career paths, dynamic culture, and real advancement opportunities await, whether aiming to lead a team, manage a branch, or relocate to another Axis office.
• You’re Guaranteed Top-Tier Benefits: Comprehensive health, dental, vision, and short-term disability insurance, along with 2 weeks of paid time off and a 401(K) plan with company matching.
• Axis Portable Air is committed to diversity and inclusion, providing a safe and welcoming environment for all employees.