HVAC Lead Installer - Residential

A/C Plus Air Conditioning, Heating and Plumbing – Join the A/C Plus Team! 

Location: Murfreesboro and Surrounding Areas

Join the A/C Plus Team

Join the trusted team at A/C Plus, a leading provider of exceptional residential services in the Murfreesboro area. We are committed to quality craftsmanship, customer satisfaction, and providing a supportive, professional environment for our installation teams. If you are a skilled, detail-oriented HVAC professional who takes pride in a clean, high-performing install and is looking for a long-term career with excellent benefits, we want to hear from you.

Job Description

We are seeking a skilled and experienced Residential HVAC Installer to lead the removal and replacement of heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems in residential properties. This role requires technical precision, physical stamina, and a commitment to ensuring every new system is installed to factory specifications and local codes while providing a seamless experience for our homeowners.

Key Responsibilities and Duties

• System Installation: Perform the full installation of residential HVAC equipment, including gas furnaces, heat pumps, central air conditioners, ductless mini-splits, and indoor air quality components.
• Decommissioning: Safely remove old equipment, ensuring proper refrigerant recovery and disposal in compliance with EPA regulations.
• Ductwork & Fabrication: Modify or install ductwork, transitions, and plenums as needed to ensure proper airflow and a professional aesthetic.
• Electrical & Piping: Connect electrical wiring (high and low voltage), install refrigerant lines, braze joints under nitrogen purge, and install condensate drainage systems.
• Commissioning: Perform "start-up" procedures on new installs, checking static pressure, sub-cooling/superheat, and temperature splits to ensure the system is operating at peak efficiency.
• Code Compliance: Ensure all installations meet or exceed local, state, and national building codes and safety standards.
• Customer Orientation: Walk the homeowner through their new system, explaining thermostat operation, filter locations, and maintenance requirements before leaving the job site.
• Job Site Management: Maintain a clean and organized work area (drop cloths, debris removal) and ensure the company vehicle is stocked with necessary installation materials.
• Documentation: Complete all installation checklists, photos of the finished job, and commissioning logs using company-provided technology.

Required Qualifications

• Experience: Minimum of 1–2 years of verifiable experience in residential HVAC installation preferred.
• Technical Knowledge: Proficiency in brazing, flared fittings, basic sheet metal work, and low-voltage wiring.
• Tools: Possession of basic hand tools and specialized installation tools (e.g., manifold gauges, vacuum pump, torches, and drill set).
• Physical Stamina: Ability to safely lift up to 75 lbs, climb ladders, work in confined spaces (attics and crawlspaces), and labor in various weather conditions.
• Mobility: Valid state-issued Driver's License and a clean driving record.

Preferred Qualifications

• Current EPA Section 608 Universal Certification (Required for handling refrigerant).
• NATE Certification (Installation specialty).
• Knowledge of proper equipment "sizing" and airflow requirements.

Benefits & Compensation

A/C Plus offers a highly competitive total compensation package, acknowledging the critical role our installers play:

• Competitive Compensation: Based on experience and installation efficiency (W-2 position).
• Comprehensive Health Coverage: Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance plans.
• Retirement: 401(k) plan with a generous company match.
• Work-Life Balance: Paid Time Off (PTO) and paid company holidays.
• Support & Resources: * Company installation vehicle and heavy equipment (vacuum pumps, recovery tanks).
  • Company-provided uniform and laundry service.
  • Consistent opportunities for paid training and manufacturer certifications.

Fountain Comfort Group and its group of companies are proud to be Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action, Veteran-friendly employers.

Fountain Comfort Group is committed to providing a safe and secure environment for our team and our customers. Please note that all offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of a comprehensive background check and an acceptable Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) review.