Lead HVAC Install Tech
ARS-Rescue Rooter
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Job Description
Overview
American Residential Services is the largest provider of residential services in the US, employing more than 7000 professionals across the country. ARS has been serving its customers with HVAC, Plumbing and Electrical solutions for over 45 years since its establishment in 1975.
Benefits
- Access to insurance available at 31 days of employment
- Low-cost Medical Insurance options, starting at $5 per week
- Dental and Vision Insurance options
- Health Savings Account or Flexible Spending Account
- 401(k) with company match
- Paid Time Off & Holiday Pay
- Company paid life insurance
Responsibilities
At ARS, the value of your customer service delivery will never go unnoticed, the opportunity for career advancement is abundant and the income potential is high! As an AOR / HVAC Installation Mechanic, you would disassemble and remove old systems, then install, start-up and troubleshoot (if needed) new replacement HVAC systems in residential settings.
Installers can expect:
- Sign-On Bonus: Up to $5,000 based on experience
- Year-round full-time work
- Competitive pay options based on your skill and availability
- Paid orientation, paid training, and weekly direct deposit payroll
- NO On-Call, NO Overnight work and Flexible Shift Schedules available at most locations
- Fully Stocked, Take Home company vehicle and gas card
- Professional uniform and cleaning service
- Comprehensive Training Opportunities provided by in-house Learning & Development team
- Training including but not limited to technical, sales, safety, leadership, systems training
- National Network to support professional growth & development and provide transfer opportunities
Industry-Leading Benefit Package
- Choose from one of FOUR health insurance options, starting as low as $5 per week
- HSA (Health Savings Account) and annual company contribution for specific plans
- FSA (Flexible Spending Account) for specific plans
- Dental and Vision Insurance options
- 401(k) with weekly match contribution
- 13 PTO Days
- 8 Paid Holidays
- Company-paid life insurance policy, Short-term disability, long-term disability (additional life insurance options are also available)
- Discount Programs with our partnered accounts (Childcare, Personal cell phone, auto, insurance, etc.)
Qualifications
- At least 5 years of RESIDENTIAL HVAC Installation experience
- Comfortable in a Lead role with a Helper assigned
- Working knowledge of local inspection codes
- EPA Certification (Certification assistance may be available)
- A proven work ethic with excellent customer service and communication skills
- Willingness to go into attics, crawl spaces and lift heavy objects on a regular basis
- Willingness to put in long, sporadic hours and/or weekends when necessary
- All candidates are required to undergo pre-employment drug screen, background checks and must have a valid driver's license with good driving record
This posting provides details on potential compensation ranges and possibilities. These amounts are not guaranteed and should in no way be construed as an offer. Sign-On Bonuses may be available; amounts are depending on experience and will be paid out according to an offer letter addendum.
American Residential Services provides equal employment opportunities to all individuals, both applicants and employees, without regard to race, color, religion, pregnancy, gender, marital status, national origin or ancestry, citizenship status, disability, medical condition, genetic characteristics or genetic information, age, military service or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws prohibiting discrimination.
What Most AC & HVAC Job Listings Don't Tell You
General overview for this role type; specifics vary by employer.
HVAC in Texas requires a state license at the company level, and technicians who handle refrigerant need EPA Section 608 certification. Many shops also want NATE certification for higher pay. You can start as an installer helper or entry technician and grow into diagnostics and system design. Pay is often hourly with strong overtime in summer, and service techs frequently earn commission or spiffs on repairs and system sales.
Seasonality drives this trade in Houston. Summer is brutal and busy, with long days, attic heat, and heavy on-call rotations when systems fail. Winter shifts toward heating checks, maintenance plans, and install backlog. New hires underestimate the physical toll of attic and rooftop work in extreme heat. You drive a stocked truck, carry gauges and recovery gear, and stay ready for after-hours emergencies. Steady demand and a shortage of skilled techs keep the field open to anyone who shows up and learns fast.
What to Expect Day-to-Day
General overview for this role type; specifics vary by employer.
A service tech starts with a dispatch list and a truck loaded with common parts. You roll to no-cool calls, check the thermostat, measure refrigerant pressures, test the compressor and capacitor, and inspect the coil and blower. You explain the fault, quote the fix, and get approval before the repair.
Maintenance visits fill much of the shoulder seasons. You clean coils, change filters, flush drain lines, and check amperage so a system does not fail in the next heat wave. Install crews spend the day setting condensers and air handlers, running line sets and ductwork, and brazing connections. Customer trust matters because many repairs are invisible to the homeowner. You document readings, photograph the work, and close the ticket in the field. Expect heat, ladders, tight attics, and a lot of driving between calls, balanced by the satisfaction of restoring cool air on a hundred degree day.
What AC & HVAC Jobs Pay in Houston
Based on Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data for Houston-Pasadena-The Woodlands, TX Metro Area (HVAC Mechanics and Installers).
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, Houston-Pasadena-The Woodlands, TX Metro Area. Median is about $28.34/hr.
Becoming a Licensed HVAC Technician in Texas
HVAC contracting is licensed by the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation, and the license is held at the company level by a certified technician. Anyone who handles refrigerant needs federal EPA Section 608 certification. Many employers also value NATE certification, which raises pay. You can start as an installer helper with no license, earn your EPA card early, and build toward the ACR technician and then contractor license through documented experience and exams. Summer overtime is common while you climb.
Career Ladder and Pay
- 1 Install Helper / Entry Tech $47,029/yr
Assist installs and maintenance while earning EPA 608 certification.
- 2 Service Technician $58,947/yr
Diagnose and repair systems solo. NATE certification lifts pay.
- 3 Lead Tech / Comfort Advisor $73,902/yr
Handle complex diagnostics, system design, and replacement sales.
- 4 Install Foreman / Estimator $73,902/yr
Run install crews and bid residential and commercial systems.
- 5 HVAC Contractor $83,117/yr
Hold the state license and run your own heating and cooling company.
Licensing paths and timelines are general guidance for this trade in Texas. Confirm current requirements with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation or the relevant state agency.
About This Employer
ARS / Rescue Rooter is listed in the Houston Home Services Guide directory of ac & hvac in Jersey Village. It holds a 4.6-star rating from 12,197 reviews.
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