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Licensed HVAC Install Technician

Degree Heating & Cooling

Salary undisclosed

New Milford, CTFull-timeOn-siteIntermediate

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Description

About Degree Heating & Cooling

For more than 30 years, Degree Heating & Cooling has proudly served homeowners throughout Central Connecticut with exceptional heating, cooling, plumbing, and electrical services. While we're known for delivering quality workmanship and outstanding customer care, what truly sets us apart is our commitment to our people. We invest in our team, provide opportunities for professional growth, and create an environment where hard work is recognized and long-term careers are built. If you're looking for more than just a job, you'll find it here.

$10K SIGN ON BONUS | $100K+ EARNING POTENTIAL | 100% PAID MEDICAL

LICENSE ASSISTANCE AVAILABLE 

About the Role
Degree Heating & Cooling is looking for an experienced Licensed HVAC Lead Installer to join our growing team in New Milford, CT. You'll lead residential HVAC installations, mentor junior installers, and deliver high-quality work homeowners can depend on for years to come. If you're looking for steady, year-round work and a company that recognizes experienced installers, this is an opportunity to build a long-term career with one of Central Connecticut's trusted HVAC providers.

Why Degree?

  • Top Installers earn $100K+
  • 100% company-paid medical plan options
  • 3 weeks PTO + 6 paid holidays
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Year-round work with a growing, established company
  • Ongoing technical training and career advancement

What You'll Do

  • Lead the installation of residential furnaces, air conditioners, heat pumps, and air handlers
  • Mentor and work alongside installation team members for safe, efficient, high-quality installs
  • Maintain clean, organized job sites while delivering exceptional customer service
  • Ensure all installations meet company standards, manufacturer specs, and applicable codes

What We're Looking For

  • Active Connecticut HVAC license required (D2, S1, S2, or S10)
  • 2+ years of residential HVAC installation experience preferred
  • Ability to lead installation projects while working effectively with a team
  • This position requires regular operation of a company vehicle. Candidates must possess a valid driver's license and meet all company motor vehicle insurance requirements to be authorized to operate a company vehicle.

Our Lead Installers are compensated through a base plus bonus, offering the opportunity to earn $85,000-$150,000 annually. Compensation is determined by the terms of the company's compensation plan.

Benefits & Perks

At Degree Heating & Cooling, we know that exceptional service starts with exceptional people. That's why we're committed to investing in our team through industry-leading benefits, ongoing professional development, and meaningful opportunities for long-term career growth. When you join Degree, you're joining a company that values your success both on and off the job.

  • Competitive compensation
  • Comprehensive Medical, Dental & Vision coverage, including 100% employer-paid medical plan options
  • 401(k) with up to a 3.5% company match
  • 100% company-paid Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, and Long-Term Disability
  • Flexible Spending Accounts (Health & Dependent Care)
  • Three weeks of Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • Six paid company holidays
  • Paid parental leave
  • Ongoing leadership, technical, and professional development opportunities
  • Clear career advancement pathways within a growing organization

Equal Opportunity Employer

Degree Heating & Cooling is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace and making employment decisions based on qualifications, merit, and business needs. We provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to age, race, color, ancestry, national origin, religion, disability, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.

Benefits

  • health insurance
  • vision insurance
  • 401(k)
  • paid time off
  • parental leave
  • life insurance
  • professional development

About this role

Degree Heating & Cooling is seeking an experienced Licensed HVAC Lead Installer to oversee residential installation projects across Central Connecticut. In this role, you'll manage furnace, air conditioner, heat pump, and air handler installations while mentoring junior team members and ensuring work meets company standards, manufacturer specifications, and local codes. You'll also maintain job site organization and deliver the customer service that has built the company's reputation over 30 years.

This position requires an active Connecticut HVAC license (D2, S1, S2, or S10) and at least two years of residential installation experience. You'll need a valid driver's license and the ability to operate company vehicles regularly. The role is structured as a straight-commission position, so your earnings—with potential to exceed $100K annually—depend on completed installations and production volume. A $10K sign-on bonus is available.

Degree invests in its team through year-round work, comprehensive benefits including 100% employer-paid medical options, three weeks PTO, six paid holidays, 401(k) matching, and ongoing technical training. If you're an experienced installer looking for stable work with a company that recognizes long-term commitment, this offers a genuine path to build a career rather than simply fill a position.

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