HVAC Lead Installer

Why Join Neese?

At Neese, you’re more than just a number—you’re part of the family. We invest in our employees with continuous training, growth opportunities, and a culture built on respect, safety, and teamwork. If you’re ready to step into a role where your skills, leadership, and craftsmanship are valued, we want to hear from you.

Summary:

We are seeking a motivated and experienced Lead Installation Technician to join our installation team. This role is ideal for technicians who are confident running installs, handling commissioning, mentoring others, and taking full responsibility for job outcomes.

Essential Functions & Responsibilities:

• Perform full system change-outs (AC, heat pumps, furnaces, IAQ systems, zoning, dual-fuel, and multi-split systems).
• Lead commissioning: airflow verification, charging, combustion safety, electrical/mechanical checks, and documentation.
• Mentor apprentices and journeymen in brazing, wiring, documentation, and pacing.
• Plan jobs by reviewing packets, coordinating with warehouse/office, and ensuring all materials are on site.
• Lead a crew of 1–2, assign tasks, and maintain jobsite safety and cleanliness.
• Complete all required commissioning forms, photos, and ServiceTitan documentation.
• Communicate clearly with homeowners during handoff and ensure customer satisfaction.
• Collaborate directly with the Retro/Install Manager to report progress, issues, and improvement opportunities.

Requirements:

• Experience: 2–5+ years of residential/light commercial HVAC installation experience.
• Certifications: EPA 608 required; OSHA-10 (minimum), OSHA-30 preferred; NATE certification a plus.
• Skills: Strong brazing, wiring, ductwork, and commissioning skills. Ability to train and mentor junior installers.
• Tools/Technology: Proficiency with iPad-based field software (ServiceTitan experience preferred).
• Other: Valid driver’s license with clean record; ability to work Monday–Friday 7:30 AM until jobs are complete, with occasional Saturdays during peak demand.

Benefits That Take Care of You and Your Family:

Your work builds our company. Our benefits build your future. We invest in your health, your financial security, and your success.

Health and wellness

• Medical coverage through Cigna: choose from three PPO plans or an HSA-eligible plan. Pharmacy coverage and virtual visits are included, so care is available when and where you need it.
• Dental coverage through Cigna: select from 3 plan options to fit your needs and budget.
• Vision coverage through Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield.
• Supplemental health coverage: extra protection with Accident, Critical Illness and Hospital Indemnity plans.

Protection, paid for by us

• Long-term disability: covered at no cost to you.
• Basic life and AD&D insurance: also, at no cost to you.
• Want more protection? Add voluntary short-term disability or additional life and AD&D coverage with low weekly premiums.

Build your financial future

• 401(k) with employer match: we help you save for retirement.
• HSA and Flexible Spending Account options: use pre-tax dollars for health and family expenses.
• Incentive compensation: opportunities to earn more for your performance.
• Tool reimbursement program: we help cover the cost of the tools you need to do the job.

Extras that make a difference

• Travel assistance and pet insurance: because the things you care about matter to us too.