Lead HVAC Installer

Job Type: Full-Time
Position: Lead HVAC Installer
Location: Tucson, Arizona
Compensation: Competitive pay based on experience

Why Join ACS AirPlumbing?

At ACS AirPlumbing, we believe a company's success starts with the people representing it.

We're building a team of skilled professionals who take pride in their work, support one another, and genuinely care about the customers they serve.

We value experience, accountability, teamwork, and employees who want to contribute to the long-term growth of our company.

Apply Today!

If you're an experienced HVAC installer who's ready to take the lead, deliver quality installations, and be part of a growing, locally owned company, we want to hear from you!

Join ACS AirPlumbing and help us continue building a reputation for trustworthy service and quality workmanship.

What We're Looking For

Our ideal Lead HVAC Installer is someone who:

• Leads by example: Sets the standard for professionalism, productivity, and workmanship.

• Takes ownership: Treats every installation as if it were being completed in their own home.

• Values quality over shortcuts: Understands that proper installation is essential to equipment performance and customer satisfaction.

• Communicates effectively: Keeps customers, team members, and management informed.

• Develops others: Is willing to train, mentor, and support less-experienced installers.

• Is dependable: Shows up prepared, manages time effectively, and follows through on commitments.

• Is solutions-oriented: Can troubleshoot installation challenges and make sound decisions in the field.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee residential HVAC installations, including complete system replacements and new equipment installations.

• Install split systems, package units, heat pumps, gas furnaces, air handlers, condensers, and ductwork.

• Supervise and guide installation helpers and apprentices to ensure efficiency, safety, and quality workmanship.

• Perform proper equipment sizing verification, installation preparation, and jobsite assessments.

• Complete refrigerant line connections, brazing, pressure testing, evacuation, and system charging according to manufacturer specifications.

• Install and connect electrical components, thermostats, condensate drains, gas piping connections, and ventilation components as applicable.

• Perform system start-ups, operational testing, and final quality-control inspections.

• Ensure installations meet applicable building codes, manufacturer specifications, and company standards.

• Identify installation challenges and communicate solutions to management promptly.

• Maintain organized, clean, and safe jobsites throughout the installation process.

• Ensure company vehicles, tools, equipment, and materials are properly maintained and accounted for.

• Communicate professionally with homeowners, explain newly installed equipment, and answer customer questions.

• Complete installation paperwork, job documentation, photographs, and required checklists accurately.

• Work closely with dispatch, service technicians, and management to ensure jobs are completed on schedule.

• Take ownership of installation quality and help minimize callbacks through attention to detail.

QualificationsRequirements

• Minimum 3 years of hands-on residential Lead HVAC installation experience preferred.

• Previous experience leading an installation crew strongly preferred.

• Strong knowledge of HVAC systems, installation practices, troubleshooting, and system start-up procedures.

• Experience installing gas furnaces, heat pumps, split systems, and rooftop package units.

• Ability to read installation manuals, wiring diagrams, and equipment specifications.

• Knowledge of proper refrigerant charging, airflow, static pressure, and evacuation procedures

• Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record.

• Ability to work in attics, on rooftops, and in outdoor conditions typical of Southern Arizona.

• Ability to safely lift and maneuver heavy equipment with appropriate assistance.

• Strong communication, organization, problem-solving, and leadership skills.