What are the responsibilities and job description for the HVAC Lead Installer position at Reliable Heating & Air?
Top Pay, Career Growth & a Team That Has Your Back
Expected Annual Earnings: $50,000 – $122,000 (This role is paid under a piece-rate compensation model. Actual earnings vary based on factors including experience, productivity, installation complexity, seasonality, and the volume of completed work. High performers have significant earning potential.)
Great Pay & Benefits • Uncapped Earning Potential • New Transit Vans • Year-Round Work & Overtime • Paid Training • 2 Weeks PTO 3 Floating Holidays • Promotions from Within
Looking for a career, not just a job? Join the nation’s #1 Trane dealer and fastest growing home services company in the Southeast. At Reliable Heating & Air, we take care of our people. Our HVAC professionals enjoy top pay, excellent benefits, paid training, and a clear path to career growth.
What’s In It for You:
• Competitive Pay & Benefits – Earn what you’re worth with uncapped earning potential
• Paid Start Time – Get paid the moment you leave your house
• Fully Equipped Transit Vans – No more old, unreliable trucks
• Tools Provided & Maintained – We’ve got your back (and your toolbelt)
• Paid Training & Career Growth – We promote from within
• Work-Life Balance – 2 weeks PTO 3 floating holidays
• Overtime Opportunities – Want to earn more? We’ve got the work
• A Team That Supports You – Experienced leadership & a safety-first culture
HVAC Installation Technician / Lead Installer
What You’ll Do:
• Install residential HVAC systems (condensers, coils, furnaces, air handlers, mini-splits, thermostats, ductwork)
• Act as lead of installation crews, depending on experience level
• Ensure installs are completed safely, on time, and to spec
• Perform ductwork installation, sealing, and airflow optimization
• Handle refrigerants, wiring, zoning systems, and smart technology
• Maintain van organization, tools, and jobsite cleanliness
• Train and mentor Installer Helpers (Lead-level roles)
What You Need:
• 5 years of residential HVAC installation experience (Lead preferred)
• EPA Certification (NATE preferred)
• Proven leadership ability (for Lead roles)
• Strong mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills
• Ability to read blueprints, wiring diagrams, and install specifications
• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and work in physically demanding conditions
Please note that any offer of employment is conditional upon successful completion of a background check, drug screen, and motor vehicle record review (as applicable).
Reliable is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, celebrating diversity and creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We do not discriminate in our employment practices based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy or related condition, marital status, military or veteran status or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law.
Salary : $50,000 - $122,000