Lead HVAC Service Technician

Location: Hudson, FL

About the Role

At Bayonet Plumbing, Heating, and Air Conditioning, we’re building an elite team of HVAC professionals. We’ve been serving Central Florida since 1977, and now we’re expanding—looking for highly skilled technicians who take pride in their craft and want to be part of something bigger. This is a long-term, high-respect, high-reward opportunity designed for professionals who seek top-tier recognition and compensation.

What Sets Bayonet Apart

• Top Pay for Top Talent: We’re serious about paying what you’re worth. Bring the skills—we’ll bring the paycheck.
• $2,500 Sign-On Bonus + Free Tool: Specific tools only; pre-approved list with items valued up to $1,000.
• No On-Call Work – Ever: We respect your time and your life outside of work.
• High-End Jobs & Clients: Work with real systems, not band-aid jobs. You’ll be challenged, and you’ll be trusted.
• Uncapped Commission Bonuses: You earn it, you keep it.
• Culture of Excellence: Surround yourself with experienced techs who take pride in what they do. No babysitting. No drama. Just skilled pros doing great work.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair residential and light commercial HVAC systems
• Deliver white-glove customer service while solving complex system issues
• Perform high-level maintenance and tune-ups for system longevity and performance
• Educate clients on system care, energy efficiency, and service options
• Use digital tools to document service visits and maintain accurate records
• Adhere to all safety and compliance standards
• Maintain a clean, organized, and professional company vehicle and workspace
• Collaborate with dispatch, installers, and team members to ensure excellent customer experiences
• Assist with training and mentoring junior technicians when needed
• Perform other duties as assigned to support company operations and customer satisfaction

Requirements

• Proven experience in residential HVAC diagnostics, repair, and service
• Strong troubleshooting skills and technical knowledge
• EPA Certification (Type II or Universal preferred)
• Clean and valid Florida driver’s license
• Own high-quality tools and know how to use them
• Respect for the craft, the team, and the customer
• Must pass drug screen and background check

Preferred Qualifications

• Mentor junior techs and lead by example
• Thrive in a fast-paced, performance-based environment
• Desire long-term stability in a growing, respected company

Physical Requirements & Work Environment

• Must be able to lift up to 75 pounds
• Work in attics, crawl spaces, rooftops, and outdoor Florida conditions
• Frequent standing, bending, climbing ladders, and use of HVAC tools and equipment
• Work safely in environments exposed to heat, dust, noise, and mechanical hazards

Benefits

• Competitive pay with uncapped commission bonuses
• Company 401K plan with employer contribution match
• Company paid time off
• Company paid life insurance
• Choice of medical coverage including prescription and short-term disability plans
• Choice of dental and vision coverage
• Optional long-term disability, critical illness, accident, legal, and pet coverage
• Auto and home insurance discount programs

Company Overview

IES Residential, Inc. is one of the nation's largest and most respected electrical, plumbing, HVAC, solar, and cable solutions providers for single-family homes and multi-family complexes since 1973. As part of IES, Bayonet Plumbing, Heating, and Air Conditioning provides comprehensive integrated solutions. IES is publicly traded on NASDAQ under the symbol IESC and produced over $3.3 billion in revenue in fiscal year 2025, employing over 10,200 employees across 131 domestic locations.