Lead HVAC Installer
Kelso Industries
$42 / hour
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Description
Together We Build – Partnership, Innovation, Excellence, and Safety
At Kelso Industries, 5,000+ employees across 40+ companies work together to deliver exceptional HVAC, mechanical, plumbing, refrigeration, and electrical solutions nationwide. Join us to grow your career, make an impact, and be part of a team where innovation, excellence, and safety come first.
Recruiter Notice: We respectfully ask external recruiters and staffing agencies not to submit candidates. We only accept direct applications.
We're looking for an experienced Lead HVAC Installer coming from the residential or light commercial world to lead installation crews from start to finish on light commercial retrofit projects. You'll own the job on site: laying out systems, leading installers and helpers, keeping work clean and code-compliant, and making sure every system starts up right the first time. This is a hands-on role for someone who enjoys doing the work and takes pride in leading project efficiently.
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Lead installation crews on light commercial retrofit projects (rooftop units, split systems, heat pumps, furnaces, ductless mini-splits)
- Review plans, load calcs, and job scopes; lay out equipment, ductwork, and line sets before work begins
- Install, set, and connect HVAC equipment, including refrigerant piping, condensate, gas piping, and low-voltage controls
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Fabricate, modify, and install ductwork, transitions, and supply/return systems
- Braze, pressure test, evacuate, and charge systems to manufacturer specifications
- Perform startup, commissioning, and airflow checks, and verify proper system operation before turnover
- Assign daily tasks, coach installers and apprentices, and hold the crew to quality and safety standards
- Communicate with homeowners, builders, GCs, and supervisors on schedule, scope changes, and job status
- Ensure work meets local codes and passes inspections
- Keep job sites clean, organized, and safe; maintain tools, vehicles, and materials inventory
- Complete job paperwork, material lists, and closeout documentation accurately and on time
- 5+ years of HVAC installation experience, including residential and light commercial work
- 1+ years leading a crew or serving as lead installer
- EPA 608 Certification (Universal preferred)
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Strong knowledge of split systems, heat pumps, package units, and ductless systems
- Proficient in brazing, ductwork fabrication, and refrigerant handling
- Able to read blueprints, mechanical drawings, and manufacturer installation instructions
- Working knowledge of mechanical and building codes
- Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record
- Able to lift 75+ lbs and work in attics, crawlspaces, rooftops, and outdoor conditions
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State or local HVAC license (as needed)
- NATE certification
- OSHA 10 or OSHA 30
- Experience with high-efficiency and variable-speed equipment
- Experience training apprentices or helpers
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Competitive pay up to $42/hour based on experience.
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) with company match
- Paid time off and paid holidays
- Company vehicle, fuel card, and tools provided
- Ongoing training, certifications, and career advancement opportunities
Why Join Kelso Industries?
Join us and be part of a team dedicated to creating efficient, sustainable, and high-performance environments that make a lasting impact across the industrial, commercial, and institutional sectors.
Here you will experience:
Growth Opportunities: Develop new skills, take on exciting challenges, and advance your career in meaningful ways.
Company Culture: You’ll thrive in an environment that supports your growth, values your contributions, and makes work fulfilling and enjoyable.
Impact: Your work directly contributes to meaningful outcomes, allowing you to see the difference you make and feel a sense of purpose every day.
Competitive Compensation & Benefits: You’ll be rewarded fairly for your contributions while enjoying perks that enhance your financial security, health, and overall well-being.
Kelso Industries celebrates diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We do not discriminate in any aspect of employment based on race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, age, veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local employment discrimination laws where Kelso does business
Benefits
- health insurance
- vision insurance
- 401(k)
- paid time off
About this role
Kelso Industries is seeking an experienced Lead HVAC Installer to manage installation crews on light commercial retrofit projects across the Atlanta area. You'll take ownership of jobs from planning through startup, handling everything from equipment layout and ductwork fabrication to brazing, system commissioning, and final inspections. This is a hands-on position where you'll both perform technical work and lead installers and apprentices while keeping projects on schedule, code-compliant, and safe.
The role requires at least five years of HVAC installation experience in residential and light commercial settings, plus a minimum of one year leading crews. You'll need EPA 608 certification, strong proficiency in brazing and refrigerant handling, and the ability to read blueprints and mechanical drawings. Physical demands include lifting over 75 pounds and working in attics, crawlspaces, and rooftops. A valid driver's license is required; state or local HVAC licensing and NATE certification are preferred.
Kelso offers competitive compensation up to $42 per hour based on experience, medical and dental coverage, a 401(k) match, paid time off, a company vehicle with fuel card, and tools provided. The company emphasizes ongoing training and career advancement within a larger organization of 5,000+ employees across 40+ companies.
How this employer is doing
solid
- Expanding
- Recently Raised Funding
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