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Residential HVAC Service Technician

Wright Heating and Cooling
Akron, OH Full Time
POSTED ON 9/14/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 11/14/2026

Residential HVAC Service Technician | $34–$38/hr Union Benefits

Work locally, leave from home, and build a career with a fourth-generation HVAC company.

Wright Heating and Cooling has been part of the local community for more than 75 years, providing residential HVAC service throughout Portage, Summit, and Medina Counties. As a fourth-generation family business, we've built our reputation through dependable service, long-term customer relationships, and a team that takes pride in doing the job right.

We're looking for an experienced residential HVAC professional who can confidently diagnose systems, perform quality repairs, and provide homeowners with a professional service experience. You'll work within an established local territory, dispatch from home, and have the backing of a company with deep roots in the industry.

Pay, Benefits & Perks

  • $34–$38 per hour
  • Take-home company vehicle
  • Home dispatch - no need to report to the shop each morning
  • Defined local service territory
  • Medical insurance fully paid by Wright for employees and families
  • 2 weeks of PTO
  • Limited on-call responsibilities
  • Two company-funded union annuities
  • Established customer base and steady workload
  • Option for a 4-day, 10-hour schedule during slower seasons
  • Ongoing training and professional development
  • Regular team breakfast meetings
  • Stability of four generations of family ownership and 75 years in business

SMART Local #33 Union Benefits

This position includes access to a comprehensive union benefits package, including:

  • Retirement annuity
  • Local pension
  • National pension
  • Continuing education and professional training
  • Recreation benefits

What You'll Handle

As a residential service technician, you'll be responsible for keeping customers' HVAC systems operating safely and efficiently. Your work will include:

  • Troubleshooting and repairing residential heating and cooling equipment
  • Performing preventive maintenance and system evaluations
  • Tracking down electrical, mechanical, and airflow issues
  • Walking homeowners through your findings and recommended repairs
  • Completing service documentation accurately
  • Creating a professional, respectful customer experience on every call
  • Following safe work practices while maintaining high-quality standards

What We're Looking For

  • 2–3 years of residential HVAC service experience
  • Strong diagnostic and troubleshooting capabilities
  • EPA Certification
  • Valid driver's license with an insurable driving history
  • Strong communication and customer service skills
  • Comfortable managing service calls independently
  • Consistent focus on safety, reliability, and quality workmanship

Physical & Jobsite Requirements

You should be comfortable with the physical demands that come with residential HVAC service, including:

  • Lifting 70 lbs. when required
  • Working in attics, crawlspaces, rooftops, and outdoors
  • Using step and extension ladders safely
  • Working in hot, cold, and changing weather conditions

Schedule: Monday through Friday, 7:30 AM–4:30 PM

Occasional overtime is required, along with participation in a rotational on-call schedule.

Build Your Career at Wright

At Wright Heating and Cooling, we're focused on building a team that lasts. You'll have the independence of working in the field while still having the support of an established local company, strong benefits, and a steady customer base.

If you're an experienced residential HVAC technician looking for local work, home dispatch, a take-home vehicle, and long-term stability, we'd like to meet you.

Apply today to join the Wright Heating and Cooling team.

Salary : $34 - $38

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