Life is short. Start building a real career!
Apply today to join First Mate Heating & Cooling — Kansas City’s top home service company and the metro’s fastest-growing HVAC team.
🛠️ Want to work with your hands?
👨🔧 Want a long-term skilled trade career?
💵 Want to earn a paycheck while you learn?
You’re in the right place.
We are launching TOP TECH ACADEMY , our intensive apprenticeship program designed to turn motivated people into high-performing HVAC technicians and installers. No experience required — just a great attitude, reliability, and the willingness to learn.
For over 50 years, First Mate has served customers across Kansas City with honesty, craftsmanship, and world-class service. Demand is booming, and we’re building our next generation of skilled professionals.
Why Choose First Mate Heating & Cooling?
Career Growth & Stability
- Clear paths to advance into Service Technician, Installer, or Sales roles
- Regular coaching, skill checkpoints, and performance support
Locally Owned
You are not a number; your work genuinely mattersLeadership knows your name and invests in your successGreat Benefits (after probationary period)
Paid health insurancePaid dental insurance401(k) retirement planPaid time off and holidaysTop Tech Academy
Paid technical training (starting pay of $16 per hour) - classrooms, labs, and field ride-alongsNexstar training access - world-class coaching in customer service and communicationWeekly progress tracking and certificationsTools, Gear, and Incentives
Tool reimbursement program - we help you build your full kitCompany-provided uniforms - polos, hats, t-shirts, sweatersWin-the-week bonusesEmployee of the month awardsCulture based on professionalism, respect, and teamworkJob Responsibilities
Attend our classroom bootcamp on time and preparedComplete all training assignments, labs, and certificationsLearn proper installation and service techniquesTake pride in workmanship — quality mattersTreat customers with respect and careSupport field technicians on real jobsDemonstrate reliability, accountability, and a growth mindsetRequirements
Motivated individuals who want a long-term careerPeople who enjoy working with their handsStrong communicators with a positive attitudeReliable, coachable, and eager to growValid driver’s license + clean driving recordAbility to lift 50+ lbs and work in attics / basements (typical HVAC environments)Experience is not required. We hire for attitude and train for skill.