General Job Description

Entry-Level HVAC Maintenance Technician

Position Summary

We are seeking a motivated and dependable Entry-Level HVAC Maintenance Technician to join our growing team. This role is ideal for someone looking to start a long-term career in the HVAC industry. The technician will assist with performing preventative maintenance, system inspections, basic troubleshooting, and general service support for residential and/or commercial heating and cooling systems.

The ideal candidate is mechanically inclined, eager to learn, customer-focused, and comfortable working in a fast-paced field environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform routine preventative maintenance on HVAC systems
• Clean and maintain HVAC equipment, components, and work areas
• Inspect systems for proper operation and identify potential issues
• Replace filters, belts, and other basic components as needed
• Document service performed and communicate findings clearly
• Provide professional customer service during all interactions
• Follow all company safety procedures and industry standards
• Maintain tools, equipment, and company vehicle (if assigned)
• Assist senior technicians with repairs and installations as needed
• Complete required training and certification programs
• Perform other duties as assigned

Specific Qualifications

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required
• HVAC school, technical certification, or related training preferred but not required
• Strong mechanical aptitude and willingness to learn
• Valid driver’s license with clean driving record
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Reliable attendance and professional attitude
• Ability to work independently and follow instructions
• Must be able to successfully pass a background screening and drug screening, if applicable

Preferred (but not required)

• EPA Certification
• Previous experience in maintenance, construction, mechanical trades, or customer service
• Basic knowledge of HVAC systems and tools

Physical Requirements & Work Environment

• Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull up to 50 pounds regularly
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, climb ladders, and work in confined spaces for extended periods
• Comfortable working indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions
• Ability to work in attics, crawl spaces, rooftops, and mechanical rooms
• Must be able to safely use hand tools, power tools, and HVAC equipment
• Ability to work flexible hours, including occasional overtime as needed
• Must be able to wear required personal protective equipment (PPE)

What We Offer

• Paid on-the-job training
• Career advancement opportunities
• Competitive hourly pay
• Benefits package (health, dental, vision, PTO, etc., if applicable)
• Company-provided tools/equipment (if applicable)
• Supportive team environment focused on growth and development

Why Join Us?

This is an opportunity to build a career in a stable, high-demand trade with hands-on training and advancement potential. We invest in developing technicians who are committed to learning and growing within the HVAC industry.

This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship or work authorization support. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis without current or future need for employer sponsorship.

Company Overview

IES Residential, Inc. is one of the nation's largest and most respected electrical, plumbing, HVAC, solar, and cable solutions providers for single-family homes and multi-family complexes since 1973. We provide comprehensive integrated solutions that light up our world. We make homes come to life.

IES is a national provider of industrial products and infrastructure services to a variety of end markets, including electrical, mechanical and communications contracting solutions for the commercial, industrial, residential and renewable energy markets. IES is publicly traded on NASDAQ under the symbol IESC. As of the end of IES’s 2025 fiscal year ending September 30, 2025, IES produced over $3.3 billion in revenue and employed over 10,200 employees at over 131 domestic locations across the United States. IES is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer: Minorities, Females, Gender Identity, Sexual Orientation, Individuals with Disabilities, Protected Veterans Encouraged to Apply.

From office buildings to wind farms, industrial complexes to housing developments, our employees and design professionals design, build, and maintain the systems that empower lives.

Our commitment to our employees is reflected by our actions: 

• Safety is Priority One – and our record shows it
• Competitive Pay
• Company 401K plan with Employer Contribution Match
• Company Paid Time Off
• Company Paid Life Insurance
• Choice of Medical Coverage including Prescription and  Short Term Disability Plans
• Choice of Dental and Vision Coverage
• Optional Long-term Disability, Critical Illness, Accident, Legal and Pet Coverage
• Auto and Home Insurance Discount Programs