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Job Description
Lead Commercial HVAC Technician
Location: Charlotte, NC
Join BGIS Integrated Technical Services (ITS) and take your HVAC career to the next level with a company that invests in your growth, well-being, and future. We’re hiring a Lead Commercial HVAC Technician in Charlotte, NC be part of a global leader in facility management and make a meaningful impact every day.
Why BGIS ITS?
At BGIS ITS, we support over 500 U.S.-based technicians (and 7,000 globally) with industry-leading training, resources, and career development. Since joining the BGIS group in 2022, we’ve redefined excellence in integrated facility management by prioritizing professionalism, care, and continuous improvement.
Compensation & Benefits
- Hourly Rate: $40-$42/hour ($83,200–$87,360 annually)
- On-Call Pay: $150 per scheduled on-call shift
- Paid Time Off: Start with 48 hours, increasing to 168 hours with tenure
- Paid Holidays: 7 annually (New Year’s Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, Day after Thanksgiving, Christmas)
- 401(k) Match: 5% employer contribution
BGIS Kickoff Tech Program – Choose One:
- $3,500 cash bonus
- 40 additional hours of floating holidays
- $1,250 technical training reimbursement
Additional Perks
- Company Vehicle: Take-home option available
- Tech Tools: Company-issued cellphone and tablet
- Annual Boot Voucher: Stay equipped with the right gear
- Comprehensive Benefits: Health, life, and disability coverage
- Corporate Discounts: Exclusive perks through ADP
- Career Development: Ongoing technical training and certifications
- Growth Opportunities: Clear paths for advancement and relocation
Position Overview: Lead Commercial HVAC Technician
As a Lead Commercial HVAC Technician, you’ll play a key leadership role supporting your Regional Service Manager and team. You’ll ensure operational excellence, safety, and quality service delivery across your assigned region.
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct monthly audits to ensure compliance with company standards
- Perform truck inspections (cleanliness, equipment, PPE)
- Conduct site assessments (e.g., roof cleanliness, proper disposal of materials)
- Verify quality of repairs and installations
- Ensure team members have proper PPE and coordinate replenishment
- Approve vendors for operational needs
- Assist with technician vacation planning and on-call scheduling
- Lead PM completion efforts and ensure accurate documentation
- Support training coordination for technicians
- Perform other duties as assigned by the Division Manager
Location: Field-based role in Charlotte, NC, with occasional travel for training or meetings to Hudson, FL.
Qualifications Experience
- 5+ years of commercial HVAC and refrigeration experience
- 2+ years in a supervisory or lead technician role
- Proven ability to manage teams, conduct audits, and ensure safety and quality compliance
- Experience with preventive maintenance, diagnostics, repairs, and equipment changeouts
- Familiarity with national accounts or multi-site operations (preferred)
Certifications
- EPA Universal Certification (required)
- Additional certifications such as NATE or HVAC Excellence are a plus
Physical Requirements
- Climb ladders while carrying up to 30 lbs.
- Lift up to 75 lbs. and maneuver in confined spaces
- Wear required PPE
Additional Requirements
- Valid driver’s license
- Ability to pass drug, background, and driving record checks
- Meet enhanced security clearance requirements
- Flexibility for overtime and occasional travel
Skills & Abilities
- Proficiency in servicing, installing, and troubleshooting: Commercial HVAC systems Refrigeration systems and ice machines Chillers, cooling towers, water source heat pumps
- Strong customer service and communication skills
- Ability to work independently and manage time effectively
- Familiarity with light commercial equipment
- Experience with industry software (e.g., ServiceTitan, FastField, ServiceChannel – preferred but not required)
Why BGIS ITS Is Your Ideal Employer
- Career Growth: Tailored training, certifications, and advancement opportunities
- Supportive Culture: Collaborative team environment with robust resources
- Impactful Work: Help commercial facilities run smoothly and efficiently
Ready to Join BGIS ITS?
Take the next step in your career and join a team that values your expertise and dedication.
👉 Apply now at bgis.com/us/careers
📧 Or email your resume to [email protected] - we’ll respond within 48 hours.
Our company culture includes a robust mix of sound business practices and employee initiatives that promote personal and professional development, work/life balance, health and wellness and community involvement.
The Company is an equal opportunity employer. We believe every employee has the right to work in surroundings that are free from all forms of unlawful discrimination. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, ancestry, creed, marital status, sexual orientation, or Veteran or military status, genetic information or any other basis prohibited by local, state or federal law in the relevant jurisdiction. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment including, but not limited to employment, advancement, assignment and training.
BGIS is committed to strengthening our diversity through recruiting and retaining minority and women professionals from all backgrounds. Our commitment is consistent with our recognition that it is the outstanding people within BGIS who the source of our strength has always been. We recognize that promoting diversity is an integral component of our continuing quest for organizational excellence.
This commitment to Equal Employment Opportunity is made equally as a social responsibility and as an economic and business necessity.
Anyone with questions or concerns regarding Equal Employment Opportunity should contact their direct supervisor or the Human Resources Department without fear of retaliation of any kind.
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