HVAC Technician / Installer — Product Testing

POSITION OVERVIEW

Nuve is seeking an experienced HVAC Technician / Installer to help validate our next-generation smart thermostat. This role combines installation, HVAC troubleshooting, and product testing in the Nuve warehouse and at nearby field sites.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Install and configure smart thermostats on residential and light-commercial HVAC systems.
• Test conventional heat/cool systems, heat pumps, multi-stage equipment, and related configurations.
• Troubleshoot thermostat wiring, 24 VAC controls, relays, control boards, and system operation.
• Run documented HVAC test procedures; verify heating, cooling, and fan calls.
• Reproduce field issues and distinguish product faults from installation or equipment faults.
• Set up and maintain HVAC test installations in the warehouse and at local sites.
• Record wiring configurations, measurements, system behavior, and troubleshooting evidence.
• Collaborate with engineering and QA on fixes and retesting.
• Help with controlled contractor beta installations and field feedback.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• 3+ years of HVAC installation, service, or troubleshooting experience.
• Strong understanding of residential HVAC controls and low-voltage wiring.
• Experience with heat pumps and multi-stage heating and cooling systems.
• Ability to troubleshoot with a multimeter and read wiring diagrams.
• Clear documentation and communication skills; valid driver’s license for local field visits.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• EPA Section 608 certification and relevant California trade experience.
• Smart thermostat installation/troubleshooting experience.
• Communicating HVAC equipment, zoning, and common-wire configurations.
• Experience assisting engineering or product testing teams.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

• On-site work in Tustin plus local travel to contractor/test sites. Nuve supplies test devices and equipment.
• Extension or permanent conversion may be considered based on business needs and performance.

Pay: $30.00 - $45.00 per hour

Work Location: In person