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HVAC Lead Installer

HVAC Lead Installer

ZephyrNew Milford, CT, US
30+ days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Job Description

Job Description

Zephyr is a growing platform of local brands in the residential home services industry, spanning HVAC, plumbing, and electrical trades. Our mission is to perfect the home services experience from the inside out—by investing in our technicians, supporting local leadership, and equipping our teams with the tools and resources to deliver trusted service in every home we enter.

We operate in multiple markets across the country, combining the local trust and expertise of each brand with centralized support across marketing, technology, operations, and finance. At Zephyr, we move with purpose—bold in our pursuit of excellence, grounded in transparency, and unified by our commitment to customers, teams, and community.

SIGN-ON BONUS UP TO $20,000 + EARN OVER $120K / YEAR

About This Role :

We're looking for a Licensed HVAC Lead Installer to join our team at Degree Heating & Cooling. As the leader of your install crew, you'll work hands-on while guiding apprentices to deliver high-quality installations for residential and light commercial customers. You'll ensure every job is done right, safe, and to our high standards—all while providing excellent customer service.

About You :

  • You have 5+ years of field experience and are looking for an opportunity to grow and be better supported
  • You like to get the job done right the first time
  • A strong communicator and a natural at explaining basic maintenance suggestions to customers
  • You enjoy training and mentoring apprentices

What You'll Do :

  • Lead and perform installation of HVAC and refrigeration systems (residential + light commercial)
  • Mentor and train apprentices on-site, providing real growth opportunities
  • Diagnose and repair electronic, mechanical, and electrical components
  • Maintain truck inventory, tools, and safety practices
  • Provide clear, friendly communication to customers, including basic maintenance recommendations
  • Deliver accurate quotes and system calibrations per manufacturer standards

    • Must Haves :

  • Licensed HVAC Installer in Connecticut (S-2, D-2, or equivalent)
  • 5+ years of HVAC field experience
  • Valid driver's license
  • Ability to read / interpret blueprints, plans, and manuals
  • Tech-savvy (comfortable with tablets, mobile apps, and work-related software)
  • Customer-focused, safety-minded, and detail-oriented
  • Willingness to work Saturdays / on-call rotations when needed

    • Pay Range : Pay is dependent on experience; $35 / hour and up + SPIFFs and bonuses. Top technicians earn over $120,000 per year.

    Benefits and Perks

  • Competitive Pay : Significant base salary and bonus opportunity
  • Benefits : We offer top-notch benefits!
  • Various medical, dental & vision plans, including 100% employer covered options for you and your family
  • 401(k) match up to 3.5%
  • 100% Company paid long & short-term disability and life insurance
  • Cell phone reimbursement and work-from-home stipend
  • Flexible spending accounts for health and dependent care
  • Training and Career Growth : We are scaling quickly and would support this person's career growth and development
  • Paid Time Off : Company paid holidays, unlimited PTO, and a paid Parental Leave Policy

    • Zephyr and its companies are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We provide employment opportunities without regard to age, race, color, ancestry, national origin, religion, disability, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other protected status in accordance with applicable law.

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