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Senior HVAC technician

Woodstock Plumbing and Heating
Kingston, NY Full Time
POSTED ON 10/13/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 2/10/2027

Job title: Senior HVAC Technician

Reporting to: Owner

Summary:

A career for a motivated, driven individual who has a passion for technical perfection and the required certification to select, install and repair heating, ventilation and air conditioning systems on both large and small projects. 3rd Generation is searching for an individual with a dedication to exceptional detail, mechanical expertise, the creativity to adapt, ability to lead in the field, contribute ideas and effectively problem-solve, to join our incredible team.

The Senior HVAC tech is responsible for managing a small crew as a belt-on leader, to execute mechanical plans and contractual scope within budget and timeline, ensuring maximum productivity through clear communication, direction and leading by example.

Attitude and Communication:

- Maintaining an effective communication channel with the client to manage customer expectations, anticipate issues and ensure consistent, positive engagement and long-term customer loyalty

- Modelling respectful interactions, clear communication, collaboration and positivity

- Demonstrating a solution-orientated approach through positive and proactive thinking and encouraging the team to see obstacles as opportunities for improvement and learning

- Actively applying and demonstrating 3GBs Core Values in all aspects of the workday. Reinforcing the Core Values with the onsite team in all aspects of their behaviors and tasks

Organization, Awareness and Safety:

- Coordinating and communicating advance material needs, timelines and obstacles, with daily updates to Management

- Consistently following WPH policies and expectations, including but not limited to:

- time clock protocols, break policies, and phone/media usage

- Ensuring the team actively understands and consistently follows WPH policies and expectations, including but not limited to: P.I.C.O.K. (P*ay attention, Initiate, Clean, Organize, K*eep moving), time clock protocols, break policies, and phone/media usage

- Maintaining a clean, organized, and safe work area on every job, to WPH standards and OSHA safety and operational regulations, along with any specific directives from Ownership

- Performing tasks following all necessary, personal, safety standards, including but not limited to: appropriate operation and storage of tools and machinery, and proper use of safety equipment/PPE

- Maintaining a clean, organized and fully stocked WPH vehicle (if applicable)

- Diagnosing mechanical issues and finding solutions to complex problems

- Awareness of critical priorities, and adaptability to shift in response to changing events and circumstances

- Anticipating and relaying equipment/materials/tools needed

- Using WPH systems effectively, including but not limited to: Outlook, OneDrive, designated email addresses (e.g., “bids@/HR@/photos@), QuickBooks Workforce

Knowledge and Technique:

Skill set that includes a mastery of all basic and advanced HVAC techniques and the ability to execute independently and in a non-standard situation, the following:

- Laying out MEP systems correctly from blueprints

- Identify details omitted/missing from plans that practically and efficiently allow the successful installation of MEP systems

- Diagnosing and effectively troubleshooting complex problems in HVAC systems

Leadership and Management:

- Takes appropriate ownership of their decisions, successes and mistakes and instills that behavior in those they work with

- Understands the importance of, and actively, sets a good example

- Consistently provides excellent client service that builds trust and confidence in the WPH team, mission and reputation

- Can articulate goals, issues, obstacles and successes clearly and timely

- Can identify problems quickly and creatively problem solve

- Can make informed decisions timely

- Consistently identifies and engages key stakeholders in the decision-making process, creating consensus and buy-in

- Can self-reflect and self-assess to ensure continual development and learning

Qualifications and Requirements:

At least 8 years construction/plumbing or HVAC experience

EPA card required

Extensive knowledge of how to calculate BTU loads

Experience with HVAC software packages

Extensive knowledge of building codes and regulations

Extensive knowledge of warranty and rebate programs

Understanding of OSHA construction regulations Excellent math and problem-solving skills

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Ability to multi-task and deal with a high-pressure work environment Ability to read, understand and action blueprints, architectural plans etc.

Must own - Tool belt, tape measure, hammer, impact driver set, drill/hammer combo, drill bit set, driver bits, utility knife, pocket level, pry bar, grinder, circular saw, chalk line, Sawzall, 10 oz. caulk gun, 28 oz. caulk gun, 4ft. and 2 ft level, cats paw, flat bar, flat head screwdriver, Phillip’s screwdriver, 10-1 screw driver, channel locks, nail set, nail puller (Dikes), metal snips, 2x adjustable wrenches, multimeter, wire strippers, pipe cutter, lineman pliers, wire snake, 2x pipe wrenches, scissors, sharpies, electrical tape, laser level, 2 foot level, torpedo level, speed square, flare tools, torches, hole saw kit

Safety gear provided by WPH: (gloves, safety glasses, hearing protection, hard hat) NOT PROVIDED: Safety toe shoes

Pay: $37.00 - $45.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40.0 per week

Benefits:

  • Company truck
  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Professional development assistance
  • Retirement plan
  • Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

Salary : $37 - $45

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