Residential HVAC Service Technician

Location: Louisville, KY
Employment Type: Full-Time
Pay: $30–$40/hour + Commission & On-Call Pay
Earning Potential: $100,000+ annually

About Sterling Heating & Air

Sterling Heating & Air is a trusted residential HVAC company serving Louisville and the greater Kentuckiana area. With more than a century of experience, Sterling has built its reputation on quality workmanship, dependable service, and long-standing customer relationships.

As we continue to grow, we're looking for an experienced Residential HVAC Service Technician who can confidently diagnose, troubleshoot, maintain, and repair residential heating and cooling systems while providing exceptional service to our customers.

This is an opportunity for an experienced technician who wants more than an hourly rate. With commission opportunities, overtime, and on-call pay, top-performing technicians can earn $100,000+ annually.

What You'll Do

• Diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair residential HVAC systems, including furnaces, air conditioners, heat pumps, air handlers, and related equipment

• Perform preventative maintenance, inspections, and system tune-ups

• Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, airflow, refrigerant, thermostat, and control issues

• Identify the root cause of system failures and recommend appropriate repairs or solutions

• Complete repairs safely and according to manufacturer specifications and applicable codes

• Test equipment following repairs to ensure proper and efficient operation

• Clearly explain system issues, repair options, and recommendations to homeowners

• Identify additional repair, maintenance, or equipment needs when appropriate

• Complete service documentation accurately and on time

• Maintain a clean, organized, and professional company vehicle

• Participate in the on-call rotation as required

• Provide professional, respectful service while working in customers' homes

What We're Looking For

• Previous residential HVAC service and repair experience

• EPA Certification – REQUIRED

• Valid driver's license – REQUIRED

• Strong HVAC troubleshooting and diagnostic skills

• Experience servicing furnaces, air conditioners, heat pumps, air handlers, and related residential HVAC equipment

• Strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting abilities

• Working knowledge of refrigerant systems, airflow, thermostats, controls, and residential HVAC components

• Ability to work independently and manage a daily service schedule

• Ability to clearly explain technical issues and repair recommendations to homeowners

• Strong customer service and communication skills

• Professional, dependable, and comfortable working in customers' homes

• Willingness to participate in an on-call rotation

• Commitment to safety and quality workmanship

Compensation & Benefits

Sterling Heating & Air offers experienced technicians the opportunity to build a strong career with competitive hourly pay and additional earning opportunities.

• $30–$40/hour, based on experience

• Commission opportunities

• On-call pay

• Overtime opportunities

• $100,000+ annual earning potential for high-performing technicians through hourly pay, commission, overtime, and on-call work

• Company truck

• Fuel card

• Company cell phone/tablet

• Health, dental, and vision insurance

• 401(k) with company match

• Life and disability insurance

• Paid time off

• Paid holidays

• Bonus opportunities

If you're an experienced Residential HVAC Service Technician who knows how to diagnose the problem, make the right repair, communicate with homeowners, and provide great service, we'd like to hear from you.

About Smart Care

Smart Care is a national repair and service provider for commercial foodservice, refrigeration, and cold storage equipment. Our offering of comprehensive mechanical services includes hot side cooking equipment, stand-alone refrigeration, specialty coffee and beverage, complex rack refrigeration and HVAC.

Smart Care is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other protected class status.  All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply. If you need a reasonable accommodation with respect to Smart Care’s application or hiring process due to a disability, please contact the Human Resources department at HR@smartcaresolutions.com.