Job Description

Lead HVAC Technician – Residential & Commercial

Location: Charlottesville, Virginia

At Piedmont Facilities Management, our team is built on being Pioneering, Honorable, and Professional. When you join us, you're stepping into a forward-thinking environment that values your growth, supports your success, and puts safety at the center of everything we do.

We're looking for an experienced and dependable Lead HVAC Technician who takes pride in delivering quality work and leading by example. If you enjoy solving problems, working with your hands, mentoring others, and making a lasting impact on residential and commercial projects, you'll fit right in here.

Compensation

Hourly Rate: $20.00–$40.00 per hour

Starting pay is based on experience, qualifications, skills, certifications, and other job-related factors.

What You'll Be Doing

• Performing HVAC repairs, troubleshooting, and preventative maintenance on residential and commercial systems.
• Leading HVAC projects while maintaining high standards for workmanship, efficiency, and customer satisfaction.
• Coordinating daily work schedules with Building and HVAC Operations Managers.
• Completing work orders, service documentation, and required paperwork accurately and on time.
• Building strong relationships with clients, subcontractors, and fellow team members.
• Maintaining a professional company image while representing Piedmont Facilities Management in the field.
• Assisting with general maintenance and construction tasks as needed.
• Following all Safety for Life policies and maintaining safe work practices in every aspect of the job.
• Supporting team members and helping develop a productive, collaborative work environment.

What Makes You a Great Fit

• You take pride in producing quality work the first time.
• You enjoy troubleshooting and solving mechanical problems.
• You're dependable, punctual, and have a strong work ethic.
• You communicate clearly and work well with customers and teammates.
• You stay organized and can manage multiple priorities.
• You're willing to step in wherever needed to help the team succeed.
• You lead by example and maintain a positive, professional attitude.

Schedule

• 4-day workweek
• Four 10-hour shifts
• Three consecutive days off each week

Why People Like This Role

• Opportunity to work on a variety of residential and commercial projects.
• Four-day workweek with three consecutive days off.
• Strong team culture built around safety, respect, and professionalism.
• Stable, year-round employment with opportunities for advancement.
• Ability to work independently while being supported by an experienced team.

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation
• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
• Short-Term Disability coverage
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Paid Time Off and Company Holidays
• Ongoing Education and Training Opportunities
• Career growth within a family of construction companies

What You Bring to the Table

• High School Diploma or GED required; trade certification or related education preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years of HVAC, construction, or maintenance experience.
• Knowledge of residential and commercial HVAC systems.
• Working knowledge of carpentry, plumbing, electrical, masonry, roofing, drywall, flooring, and general maintenance is a plus.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and safe power tool operation.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Valid Virginia Driver's License with an excellent driving record.
• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Ability to pass a background check and drug screening.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, crawl, and work in confined spaces.
• Ability to climb ladders and up to five flights of stairs.
• Lift and carry up to 75 pounds.
• Ability to safely maneuver around active construction and maintenance sites.
• Ability to safely perform work in varying indoor and outdoor conditions.