Lead HVAC Installer
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About Paragon
Join Our Team: Paragon Heating, Cooling, and Tankless aims to be the top HVAC and DHW team in Chicagoland. We believe that earning customer trust through expert service, reliable maintenance, and quality installations is key to our growth. At Paragon, we value expertise, not upselling. Our dedication to quality and professionalism shines through in every job.
A Place for Good Technicians Who Want to Become Great: Join a team of like-minded mechanical and HVAC service experts. By offering great service, maintenance, and installation daily, we earn long-term trust and business from our customers. We believe the best way to encourage great work is by taking great care of our team. If you are taken care of, you will pass that same care to each customer.
The Opportunity
We're seeking a highly experienced Lead HVAC Installer who can independently run installations from start to finish and direct a helper. Most of our install work is residential, with some commercial, and rooftop unit experience is required. The more systems you've installed on your own, the better.
We're looking for a professional who takes pride in quality workmanship, communicates well with customers, and can confidently manage installation projects.
For a limited time, qualified candidates are eligible for a $5,000 signing bonus.
What You'll Install
Furnaces, air conditioners, and heat pumps
Ductless mini-split systems
Commercial rooftop units and split systems
Boilers and tankless water heaters
What You'll Do
Independently run residential and commercial HVAC replacement projects from start to finish
Direct and task out a helper on each job
Install equipment to manufacturer specifications and local code
Perform copper piping, soldering, brazing, and ProPress work
Wire and connect HVAC equipment, controls, and accessories
Commission, start up, and test equipment and verify system performance
Safely set and rig equipment using ladder lifts and crane-assisted lifts
Complete installation documentation and educate customers on their new systems
Requirements
5+ years of HVAC installation experience, with a track record of running installs independently
Rooftop unit installation experience
Experience directing a helper on the job
Strong knowledge of furnaces, air conditioners, heat pumps, and ductless systems
Comfortable operating ladder lifts and working with crane-assisted installs
Valid driver's license with a clean driving record
Ability to lift equipment and work in attics, basements, crawlspaces, mechanical rooms, rooftops, and outdoors
Preferred Qualifications
Commercial and residential boiler installation experience
Tankless water heater installation experience
EPA 608 certification
Experience training and mentoring apprentices or helpers
Pay
$73,000 - $94,000 per year, plus a $5,000 signing bonus
Benefits
401(k)
Health, dental, and life insurance
Paid time off
Company vehicle opportunities for qualified candidates
Year-round work with modern equipment and tools
Growing company with advancement opportunities
Job Type
Full-time
Work Location
In person - Villa Park, IL 60181 (serving Chicagoland)
Paragon Heating, Cooling & Tankless is an Equal Opportunity Employer.