Entry-Level HVAC Technician

Start Your HVAC Career. Build Your Skills. Grow With Ultimate.

At Ultimate Heating, Air & Plumbing, we've spent over 20 years building a reputation for excellence in the Boise Valley—and we're continuing to grow.

We're looking for an Entry-Level HVAC Technician who is ready to turn their work ethic into a long-term career.

You don't need years of experience, but you do need to be outgoing, confident, coachable, process-driven, and hungry to succeed.

We're looking for someone who communicates well, enjoys working with homeowners, follows a proven process, takes feedback, and is motivated to improve every day. If you have the work ethic, personality, and drive to build a successful HVAC career, we'll provide the training, tools, and opportunity to help you get there.

What You'll Get

Compensation & Benefits:

• Pay: $18.00 – $25.00 per hour (training pay)

• Overtime opportunities based on business needs

• Performance-based earning opportunities as your skills progress

• Medical (Company Paid), dental, and vision insurance

• 401(k) with company match

• Paid Time Off & Holidays

Starting pay within the posted range is based on HVAC education, certifications, previous hands-on experience, mechanical aptitude, technical knowledge, and other job-related qualifications.

Tools & Support:

• Company vehicle as applicable to position and training level

• Company phone and iPad

• Company-provided uniforms

• Fully stocked support and resources

• Support from HVAC leadership, dispatch, warehouse, and experienced technicians

Growth & Development:

• In-house training school

• Hands-on technical training

• Ongoing HVAC diagnostic and troubleshooting development

• Customer service and communication training

• Opportunities to learn directly from experienced HVAC technicians

• Clear path toward becoming a fully qualified HVAC Service Technician

• Leadership and career advancement opportunities

Team & Culture:

• Strong team environment focused on development, performance, and accountability

• Company events, bonuses, and perks (Boise Hawks tickets, team outings)

• Year-round work and career stability

• Opportunity to build a long-term skilled-trades career

The Role (What You'll Learn & Own)

This is more than an entry-level job—you'll begin developing the technical, diagnostic, and customer service skills required to become a successful residential HVAC Service Technician.

You will:

• Perform residential HVAC maintenance and tune-ups

• Assist with HVAC diagnostics and repairs

• Learn how to properly troubleshoot heating and cooling systems

• Inspect equipment for safety, performance, and potential concerns

• Develop your understanding of electrical and mechanical HVAC components

• Learn how to communicate system findings and recommendations professionally

• Maintain accurate job notes, photos, and documentation

• Deliver a professional customer experience

Key Responsibilities

HVAC Maintenance & Technical Development:

• Perform routine maintenance on residential heating and cooling equipment

• Inspect HVAC systems and components for proper operation

• Clean and maintain equipment according to company procedures

• Check filters, electrical connections, capacitors, motors, thermostats, drains, and other system components

• Assist with diagnosing heating and cooling system issues

• Learn proper HVAC troubleshooting and diagnostic procedures

• Use meters, gauges, hand tools, and testing equipment appropriately

• Develop the ability to read wiring diagrams and equipment specifications

• Identify potential system concerns and communicate findings to experienced technicians or leadership

• Follow manufacturer specifications and company service standards

Customer Experience:

• Communicate professionally with homeowners

• Explain maintenance performed and basic system findings within your level of training

• Treat customers' homes and property with care and respect

• Maintain clean and professional work areas

• Develop strong customer communication and service skills

• Deliver a 5-star customer experience from arrival through job completion

Training & Development:

• Participate actively in company technical training

• Apply coaching and feedback from trainers, managers, and experienced technicians

• Continue developing HVAC diagnostic and troubleshooting skills

• Build knowledge of residential heating and cooling equipment

• Develop electrical troubleshooting skills

• Learn company processes, procedures, and service standards

• Demonstrate consistent improvement in technical knowledge and field performance

• Take ownership of your professional development and advancement

Performance & Accountability:

• Arrive prepared, on time, and ready to work

• Complete assigned maintenance and training responsibilities

• Maintain accurate job notes, photos, and documentation

• Communicate job progress and concerns with dispatch and HVAC leadership

• Take care of company-issued tools, equipment, vehicles, phones, and iPads

• Demonstrate reliability, professionalism, and accountability

• Apply training consistently in the field

Standards & Safety:

• Follow company safety procedures and PPE requirements

• Follow applicable HVAC codes and manufacturer requirements

• Safely operate hand tools, power tools, ladders, and HVAC testing equipment

• Maintain clean and organized work areas

• Follow proper procedures when working around electrical, gas, heating, and cooling equipment

• Immediately communicate safety concerns to leadership

Team Collaboration:

• Communicate effectively with HVAC leadership, dispatch, warehouse, and other team members

• Work alongside experienced technicians and trainers

• Ask questions and seek guidance when needed

• Accept coaching and constructive feedback

• Assist other team members as needed

• Support team goals and contribute to a positive, accountable work environment

What We're Looking For

• 21+ years old with a valid driver's license and insurable record

• Ability to submit a background check and pre-employment drug screen (including marijuana)

• HVAC trade school or technical training: Preferred

• Previous HVAC, mechanical, construction, maintenance, or skilled-trades experience: Preferred, not required

• Basic understanding of residential HVAC systems

• Strong mechanical aptitude and willingness to learn

• Basic understanding of electrical concepts: Preferred

• Ability to use basic hand and power tools

• Strong problem-solving skills

• Coachable and able to apply feedback

• Reliable, punctual, and accountable

• Strong communication and customer service skills

• Professional appearance and attitude

• Ability to work independently as skills develop

• Ability to work in attics, crawl spaces, and outdoor environments

• Ability to work in varying temperatures and weather conditions

• Ability to safely climb ladders and perform the physical requirements of residential HVAC work

Important:

• This is an entry-level development position—we do not expect you to know everything on day one

• You will be expected to actively participate in training and apply what you learn

• You must have the mechanical aptitude and foundational knowledge necessary to continue developing your HVAC skills

• Trade school graduates and candidates beginning their HVAC careers are encouraged to apply

• You will be expected to become increasingly independent as your technical abilities develop

• Advancement is based on technical development, reliability, customer service, safety, performance, and accountability

• This position is intended to provide a path toward becoming a fully qualified HVAC Service Technician

Experience:

• HVAC: Entry Level / 0–2 years

• Residential HVAC experience: Preferred

• Trade school or technical HVAC training: Preferred

• Customer service experience: Preferred

License/Certification:

• Valid Driver's License: Required

• EPA Certification: Preferred

• EPA Universal Certification: Strongly Preferred

• HVAC trade school certificate/diploma: Preferred

Ultimate Heating, Air & Plumbing is an Equal Opportunity Employer.