HVAC Lead Install Technician
Immediate openings + strong growth potential for high performers! If your career needs a reboot, consider this your system refresh. Join a company where your experience truly matters. Folkes Home Services, a trusted leader in the Hudson Valley for more than 30 years, is growing and seeking a talented HVAC Lead Installer to join our Fishkill, NY team. We offer exceptional training, long-term career growth, and a supportive, team-driven culture. If you’re a dedicated installer who delivers high-quality work, enjoys mentoring others, and wants to build a career with a company that invests in its people, we’d love to meet you!
Responsibilities
- Lead and oversee HVAC installations including central AC, furnaces, heat pumps, and ductless mini-splits—ensuring every job meets our high standards for quality, safety, and code compliance.
- Mentor and develop installers and apprentices, helping them grow their skills while keeping projects on track and efficient.
- Perform and supervise system startups, testing, and commissioning to guarantee peak performance and customer satisfaction.
- Be the customer’s go-to expert: communicate clearly with homeowners, explain timelines, answer questions, and educate them on their new system.
- Lead low-voltage wiring, thermostat setup, and system testing with confidence and precision.
- Ensure accurate job records, installation notes, and material tracking.
- Maintain a safe, organized worksite from start to finish.
- Assist with loading, unloading, and transporting equipment as needed.
Requirements
- 5+ years of residential HVAC installation experience
- Strong technical knowledge of HVAC systems, airflow, and low-voltage wiring
- EPA Type II or Universal Certification
- Proven leadership and crew management skills
- Ability to lift up to 80 lbs and work in attics, basements, and crawl spaces
- Excellent communication and customer service skills
- Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record
Benefits
- Medical, Prescription, Dental, and Vision Insurance - Comprehensive coverage with minimal out-of-pocket expenses
- Disability & Term Life Insurance - Financial security for you and your loved ones
- Matching 401(K) Benefits - Competitive retirement savings plan to help secure your future
- Ongoing Training & Development - Opportunities for continuous growth and skill enhancement
- Paid Holidays & PTO - Paid time off for holidays and generous paid time off for work-life balance
Pay
USD $70.00/Hr. (Lead Installer rate) / USD $35.00/Hr. (Apprentice rate)
Folkes Home Services may conduct a preemployment background check and drug test, subject to applicable law.