Journeyman Commercial HVAC Installer

About the role

Join Aksarben, part of ARS, the nation's largest provider of residential HVAC, plumbing, and electrical services. With 7,000+ employees and 45+ years of industry leadership, ARS offers long-term stability, growth, and top-tier benefits for skilled HVAC professionals.

Responsibilities

• Perform or be capable of performing all four stages of HVAC installations in new construction settings including marking-out and measurement of HVAC systems, installation of piping and drain lines, duct work preparation and installation, setting HVAC units, wiring, finish and start-up
• Apply journeyman level technical skills and a general knowledge of current industry codes, regulations and standards to ensure complete, quality installation that meets inspection code
• Review blueprints and mark out locations for HVAC systems in new construction; identify where air returns will go along with chimney location and bath fans
• Interface with builders, contractors, home owners, architects, building inspectors and project managers to identify installation needs before laying out a duct configuration and during installation to receive changes in job requirements
• Measure and determine duct sizing for proper air flow and ensure that proper amounts of duct and fittings are requested for the job
• Cut ductwork, applying site requirements in job preparation
• Install copper piping and drain lines below slab level, as appropriate; install chimneys and install flashing on roof; ensure that flashing is sealed from water leaks
• Cut holes with saws according to mark outs, as needed, for HVAC installation; install exhausts for baths by running pipe from bath to outside; set up return air systems from the main floor upward
• Install hood vents and zone damper systems; assemble HVAC units and condensers and place/install air boxes, registers, thermostats, coils, air handlers, heat pumps, copper line sets and risers in the installation process
• Stretch/lay out ductwork before installation to ensure accuracy in layout; may modify existing space to accommodate new equipment or build unit platform for unit, ensuring that it can carry the weight for the unit and technician
• Read layout prints and install duct/flex systems and equipment according to job requirements; wrap duct with insulation and seal as needed; secure duct and place company stickers on installed equipment
• Install refrigerant lines, fans, appliance vents, smoke detectors, humidifiers and grills; braze in freon lines and pressurize with nitrogen; evacuate freon out of units, as required
• Test equipment by releasing charge from unit, starting unit and checking pressures with gauges to ensure proper operation; connect copper tubing from indoor unit to outdoor unit by means of high temperature soldering
• Set drain pans to meet drop flow rates and install and test drain lines to ensure proper installation; wire the main power line of the unit, ensuring that high and low voltages are secure
• Perform start-up of HVAC systems in new construction to ensure proper operation in heat and cool cycles; record HVAC data such as model and serial numbers, amperage of heater and compressor and record pressures
• Ensure that all HVAC installations are accurate, serviceable and that materials used and workmanship meet the requirements of applicable technical/safety standards and regulatory codes; make any modification needed to ensure proper installation and air balance
• Provide on-the-job training and support to assigned Apprentice Helpers

Qualifications

• City of Omaha Journeyman license; experience leading a crew strongly preferred
• Advanced knowledge of basic carpentry, gas piping, electricity and air flow required
• Valid driver's license required
• Working knowledge of local codes and general industry standards required

Pay

$28 – $45+/hr.

Benefits

• Insurance available after 31 days
• Low-cost medical (as low as $5/week)
• Dental, vision, HSA/FSA
• 401(k) with company match
• 13 days PTO + 8 paid holidays
• Company-paid life insurance
• Take-home vehicle + gas card
• Uniforms + cleaning service
• Weekly direct deposit
• Ongoing training and career advancement

Schedule

Full-Time, Year-Round