• Lead HVAC Technician

    Aerotek (Oak Park, IL)


    Lead HVAC Technician

    Job Description

    As a Lead HVAC Technician, you will be responsible for installing, maintaining, and repairing heating and air conditioning systems. This role requires expertise in installing split systems and heat pumps, as well as proficiency in handling gas pipe, sheet metal, PVC, and electric components.

    Responsibilities

    + Install, maintain, and repair HVAC systems, including split systems and heat pumps.

    + Conduct duct installation and routing.

    + Handle refrigerants properly and perform system tuning/charging.

    + Provide technical direction and on-the-job training.

    + Coordinate construction efforts with other trades.

    + Conduct performance tests using specialized tools.

    + Maintain OSHA standards and ensure compliance with appliance standards.

    + Travel to homes and businesses on a daily basis as scheduled.

    + Identify maintenance risks on equipment and diagnose electrical and mechanical faults.

    + Clean, adjust, and repair systems, and perform warranty services.

    + Perform emergency repairs promptly and efficiently.

    + Determine customer needs and discuss all solution methods.

    + Repair damaged HVAC systems.

    + Keep accurate records of customer appointments and transactions, including invoices.

    + Maintain an accurate inventory of all equipment and HVAC resources.

    Essential Skills

    + 4+ years of experience as an HVAC technician.

    + Understanding of advanced principles of air conditioning, refrigeration, and heating.

    + Proficient in balancing new systems with HVAC protocols.

    + Proficient in reading schematics and work plans.

    + EPA 608 Certification.

    + Valid driver’s license and vehicle for site transport.

    + Working knowledge of boiler systems.

    + High school diploma, GED, or suitable equivalent.

    Additional Skills & Qualifications

    + Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal skills.

    + Talented in using HVAC specialty tools including sheet metal break, gauges, manometer, hand tools, pipe fitting, acetylene torch.

    + OSHA 10 Hour certified (course can be provided).

    + Willingness to continue education in the HVAC field.

     

    Why Work Here?

     

    Join a company that values ongoing education by offering company-paid continuing education. Enjoy comprehensive benefits, including health, dental, and vision insurance with employer contribution, access to a simple IRA, paid federal holidays, and paid time off.

     

    Work Environment

     

    Be prepared to safely work in active construction sites alongside other trades. This role involves working on ladders and rooftops, with exposure to unconditioned work sites, meaning you will experience both winter and summer conditions. Dust and small work environments are common, but proper safety measures will always be in place to ensure a clean and safe working space.

     

    Job Type & Location

     

    This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Oak Park, Illinois.

     

    Pay and Benefits

     

    The pay range for this position is $28.00 - $35.00/hr.

    Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job

    classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be

     

    subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits

    available for this temporary role may include the following:

    • Medical, dental & vision

    • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital

    • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available

    • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)

    • Short and long-term disability

    • Health Spending Account (HSA)

    • Transportation benefits

    • Employee Assistance Program

    • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

     

    Workplace Type

     

    This is a fully onsite position in Oak Park,IL.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    This position is anticipated to close on Oct 22, 2025.

    About Aerotek:

    We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

     

    Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

     

    The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.