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Lead HVAC Installer (Residential & New Construction)
Ocean State Air Solutions | Portsmouth, RI
Earn $35.00 to $45.00 per hour plus $10,000 to $20,000 in annual performance bonuses
Ocean State Air Solutions is hiring an experienced Lead HVAC Installer to run residential replacement and new construction jobs throughout Rhode Island's East Bay. This is a hands-on leadership role for a skilled installer who takes ownership of their work, leads from the front, and understands how to complete jobs efficiently, profitably, and to a high standard. If you want consistent work, control over your earnings, and the ability to lead installations from start to finish, this is a strong long-term opportunity.
Founded in 2004, Ocean State Air Solutions is a locally owned company known for high-quality HVAC and indoor air quality solutions. We are a Mitsubishi Diamond Elite Contractor and Bryant Factory Authorized Dealer, and we've maintained a 97% employee retention rate over the past five years by creating an environment where skilled professionals can build lasting careers.
Why Work With Ocean State Air Solutions
• Consistent year-round work across residential retrofit and new construction projects
• 97% employee retention rate over the past five years
• Mitsubishi Diamond Elite Contractor and Bryant Factory Authorized Dealer
• Leadership team that values craftsmanship, accountability, and performance
• Opportunity to directly impact your earnings through job efficiency and quality
Compensation & Benefits
• $35.00 to $45.00 per hour based on experience and licensing
• $10,000 to $20,000 annual bonus based on job profitability and performance
• Monthly medical reimbursement
• 401(k) with 4% company match
• Paid vacation and paid holidays
• Long-term disability and life insurance
• Company-provided uniforms
• Tablet and cell phone reimbursement
• Certification reimbursement and ongoing training
• Boot allowance
• Employee appreciation events and outings
• Sick leave accrued at 1 hour per 30 hours worked (up to 40 hours annually)
About the Role
As a Lead HVAC Installer, you will manage and perform installations of heating, cooling, and ventilation systems in both residential replacement and new construction environments. You will lead installation crews, coordinate with project managers and builders, and ensure every job is completed on time, on budget, and to company standards. This role requires someone who can balance hands-on technical skill with leadership, organization, and accountability while maintaining a clean, safe, and professional job site.
What You Bring
You have at least 3 years of HVAC installation experience and are confident leading jobs from start to finish. You hold EPA certification and an active HVAC license, and you are comfortable working with furnaces, boilers, gas, and oil systems. You can read blueprints, follow specifications, and communicate clearly with both your team and customers. You take pride in your work, move with urgency, and understand how your performance impacts job profitability and customer satisfaction. A valid driver's license and clean driving record are required.
Salary : $10,000 - $20,000