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HVAC Installer (Commercial)

Kelso Industries

The Role

Overview

Install and assemble commercial HVAC systems on construction sites.

Key Responsibilities

  • hvac install
  • duct fabrication
  • unit alignment
  • wiring connect
  • pipe cutting
  • quality assurance

Tasks

-Install and assemble commercial HVAC systems and components according to plans and specifications. -Communicate effectively with supervisors, teammates, and customers. -Fabricate, fit, and install sheet metal ductwork and related HVAC assemblies. -Set, align, and secure HVAC units; perform rough-in and trim of duct systems. -Connect wiring between equipment and controls using provided wiring diagrams. -Ensure work quality meets or exceeds company and industry standards. -Maintain clean, organized, and safe work areas at all times. -Occasional work inside office or warehouse environments for prep or meetings. -Cut, thread, and prepare pipe using standard tools such as cutters, torches, and threading machines.

Requirements

  • epa certification
  • hvac journeyman
  • hvac installation
  • high school
  • driver’s license
  • mechanical aptitude

What You Bring

-Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record and reliable transportation. -Ability to lift up to 100 lbs and work in varying temperature and weather conditions. -Standing, walking, bending, and lifting for extended periods. -Strong mechanical aptitude and attention to detail. -Climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, and working at heights. -Ability to interpret blueprints, drawings, and schematics a plus. -Exposure to outdoor elements, noise, and mechanical equipment. -Previous HVAC installation experience preferred—but apprentices and entry-level candidates are encouraged to apply! -Capable of working independently or as part of a team. -EPA certification and/or HVAC Journeyman license are pluses. -Frequent use of tools and manual equipment. -High school diploma or GED required. -Must pass background and drug screening. -Must be able to safely lift and move materials up to 50–100 lbs as needed.

The Company

About Kelso Industries

-Begun with historic brands like Koch Mechanical and Wallace Electric, the company has grown through strategic acquisitions to become a powerhouse across the U.S. -Builds and maintains HVACR, plumbing, piping, electrical, and automation systems for industrial, commercial, and institutional facilities. -Projects range from heavy industrial HVAC systems and process piping installations to electrical infrastructure and sophisticated building automation. -Modular, prefabricated solutions and rapid-response maintenance crews make it a go-to for complex retrofit and emergency-service jobs. -Maintains the heritage brands of acquired firms, preserving local identities while stamping them with a nationwide MEP+ powerhouse identity.

Sector Specialisms

Industrial

Commercial

Institutional

Mechanical

Electrical

Plumbing

HVAC

Refrigeration

Security Clearance

-must pass background and drug screening.