HVAC Apprentice

Join the team at Mr. Holland’s Home Services, a proud brand of Clarion Home Services Group!

Since 1997, Mr. Holland’s Home Services has grown from a small local operation into a cornerstone of the Milwaukee community. We’ve built our reputation on a simple premise: hiring the best experts to ensure our neighbors’ heating, cooling, plumbing, and electrical systems run at peak performance. Because our team is expanding, we’re looking for an HVAC Apprentice who shares our commitment to excellence.

Our Mission & Culture: We Answer the Call & Put People First: We are deeply committed to those we serve, always leading by example with future-focused thinking, a teachable spirit, and a code we truly live by. This fuels our core people-first belief. We invest heavily in our crew, prioritize your safety, and build an environment where your hard work is celebrated and your career can excel.

Job Title: HVAC Apprentice
Work Location: Waukesha, WI and surrounding area
Work Arrangement: On-site and field-based
Employment Type: Full-time
Schedule: Monday through Friday; daily start and end times vary based on project demands. Variable full-time schedule, up to 40 hours per week (hours are driven by project workloads and seasonal business needs; a minimum number of weekly hours is not guaranteed). Occasional overtime, weekend shifts, and after-hours work may be required depending on business needs.
Travel: Daily travel to residential/commercial job sites throughout the local branch’s service region.

Why Work for Mr. Holland’s?

• Prompt Benefits Coverage: Your comprehensive Clarion benefits package kicks off on the first of the month following your hire date. This includes robust medical, dental, and vision plans, alongside HSA and FSA options to help you save on healthcare costs.
• Immediate-Vesting 401(k): Secure your future with a generous 401(k) plan. Employees become eligible to enroll after two full months of employment, featuring 100% immediate vesting on all contributions. We match 100% on the first 3% of your contributions and 50% on the next 2%—giving you up to a 4% total company match.
• Continuous Career Growth: Expand your horizons beyond a single location. As part of a larger network, you have opportunities for regional growth and advancement.
• Next-Level Training: Master your craft through Interplay, our advanced Learning Management System (LMS) featuring interactive modules for continuous professional development.
• 100% Company-Paid Protection: Enjoy peace of mind with company paid short-term disability, long-term disability, and Basic Life Insurance for you and your qualifying spouse and child(ren).
• Generous Time Off: Recharge with a robust PTO plan, 6 paid holidays, and up to 3 additional floating holidays so you can celebrate the traditions, cultural observances, and special moments that matter most to you!
• Education & Well-Being Support: Grow personally and professionally with tuition reimbursement, professional development assistance, and a dedicated Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• A Team That Gives Back: Thrive in a workplace that respects hard work, values community engagement, and hosts regular team events to celebrate our crew's success.
• Safety-First Culture: Work with confidence. Your well-being is our top priority, backed by proactive safety programs, modern equipment, and continuous field monitoring.
• Compensation: $20.00 – 30.00 per hour

What You'll Do:

• Help diagnose, repair, and install residential and light commercial HVAC systems alongside an experienced lead technician.
• Shadow lead technicians to learn how to educate customers on their systems, set clear expectations, and provide top-tier service.
• Learn how to identify system enhancements, provide accurate options, and contribute to company growth benchmarks.
• Understand how to explain the value of high-efficiency equipment to clients so they can make informed choices.
• Assist with basic startups and routine maintenance for residential HVAC equipment.
• Maintain open communication with dispatch, your manager, parts, and installation teams.
• Shadow coordination efforts with other service trades, contractors, and vendors as needed.
• Keep the company truck clean, organized, and properly stocked with parts and materials.
• Participate in morning meetings, trade shows, training programs, and retreats.

What You Bring:

• Experience: 0–2 years of residential HVAC experience (trade school graduates or field helpers welcome).
• Licensing: EPA Universal / Type 2 Certification is preferred; A valid driver’s license with a clean driving record is required.
• Skills: Exceptional communication skills, with a strong focus on learning how to educate clients and provide clear, professional customer service on-site.
• Integrity: High integrity with a strong desire for continuous improvement.
• Compliance: Must be able to pass a background check and a drug screening, in accordance with local laws and regulations.

Physical Requirements and Work Environment:

• Ability to lift and/or carry up to 50-75 lbs.
• Ability to frequent stoop, kneel and crouch to work in tight spaces.
• Ability to climb and work from ladders.
• Must be able to work in both extreme heat and cold, as well as adverse weather conditions.

Compensation:

• Base Pay Range: $20.00 – 30.00 per hour
• Range Basis: Within this range, an individual's starting pay is determined by several factors, including but not limited to relevant skills, qualifications, professional experience, and internal equity across our organization.
• Other Compensation: Overtime eligibility. See benefits listed above.
• Overtime Classification: Hourly, non-exempt.
• Pay Frequency: Bi-Weekly.
• Compensation Disclaimer: The stated range is the good-faith estimate for this position at the time of posting. Actual pay may vary based on the job-related factors listed above.

Application Process:

• How to Apply: Please apply directly through this job board by clicking the "Apply Now" button or “Apply for this Position”. Complete the initial application form and attach your updated resume.
• Application Deadline: We are continuously hiring for this talent pool to support our ongoing growth. Because this is an evergreen position with multiple open headcounts, applications are accepted on an ongoing basis until all current and upcoming roles are filled.

Equal Opportunity, Accommodations & AI Notice:

• Equal Opportunity Employer: Clarion Home Services Group values diversity. We recruit, employ, train, and promote without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other legally protected characteristic under federal, state, or local laws.
• AI & Automated Screening: We may use AI-powered tools during our hiring process to assist with application review and to take notes during interviews. Interviews are recorded, and AI tools support consistency in our documentation. Please note that all applications are reviewed by human recruiters, and all final hiring decisions are made entirely by people.
• Contact & Accessibility Support: For application assistance, questions, or to request a reasonable accommodation or alternative assessment method for any part of the hiring process, please reach out to us at [email protected].