HVAC Duct Cleaner

This position will report to HB Home Services, LLC, a subsidiary of HB Global.

OUR CORE TEAM FOCUS:

The HB Home Services division is committed to creating a 5-star experience for our clients and employee-owners. We empower our employee-owners to make this a great place to work and create value. Our goal is for you to find a fulfilling, authentic working environment that exceeds your personal expectations while also honoring our mission, vision, and core values. A workspace where happiness is observed!

ROLE: Lead HVAC Duct Cleaner

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Lead HVAC Duct Cleaning Technician is responsible for independently performing residential duct cleaning services while taking ownership of the quality, efficiency, and overall success of the duct cleaning operation. This position requires an experienced technician capable of inspecting HVAC systems, operating professional duct cleaning equipment, identifying cleaning and maintenance needs, and completing jobs to industry standards.  This employee will work out of the Harrisburg, PA location and will be responsible for cleaning and maintaining ductwork systems in residential buildings. They will also work with numerous system parts and mechanisms. The Lead Duct Cleaning Technician will be responsible for delivering a 5-star customer experience, maintaining company equipment, following established safety procedures, and ensuring all work is properly documented. This individual will also help establish and maintain consistent duct cleaning procedures and standards, with the potential to train and develop additional duct cleaning technicians as the department grows.

Must be self-motivated, mechanically inclined, customer-focused, and capable of working independently while representing HB Home Services and its core values on every job.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

·         Independently perform residential HVAC duct cleaning services using professional duct cleaning equipment and industry-standard procedures.

·         Inspect HVAC ductwork and systems to determine cleaning requirements and identify visible concerns.

·         Set up, operate, maintain, and troubleshoot negative-air machines, air compressors, rotary brushes, and other specialized duct cleaning equipment.

·         Perform thorough cleaning of supply and return ductwork, registers, grilles, and diffusers.

·         Perform cleaning of accessible HVAC system components, including blower assemblies and evaporator coils, when properly trained and equipped.

·         Perform dryer vent cleaning services, including multi-unit applications.

·         Provide additional services such as HVAC system sanitizing, disinfecting, and smoke/fire-related cleaning when properly trained.

·         Identify and communicate additional repair or maintenance needs to the appropriate department.

·         Maintain accurate job documentation, including before-and-after photographs, equipment information, work performed, and any issues identified.

·         Ensure all work areas are properly protected and left clean upon completion.

·         Maintain company vehicles, tools, and equipment in clean and professional working condition.

·         Monitor equipment and supply needs and communicate when maintenance, repairs, or replacements are necessary.

·         Follow all company safety policies and industry standards.

·         Deliver professional customer service, explaining the work being performed and addressing customer questions or concerns.

·         Recognize additional service needs and communicate recommendations for other HB Home Services offerings.

·         Help establish consistent duct cleaning procedures, job standards, and best practices.

·         Assist with training and developing additional duct cleaning technicians as the department grows.

·         Other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM / PREFERRED EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION:

·         High school diploma or equivalent required.

·         Minimum of 3 years of hands-on residential HVAC duct cleaning experience required

·         Demonstrated experience operating professional negative-air duct cleaning equipment, air compressors, rotary brushes, and related tools.

·         Ability to independently complete duct cleaning jobs from initial inspection through final cleanup and documentation.

·         Knowledge of residential HVAC systems, ductwork configurations, and proper duct cleaning procedures.

·         Experience with dryer vent cleaning, and indoor air quality services preferred.

·         Current, valid driver's license with a satisfactory driving record.

·         Ability to work a full-time schedule and meet reasonable scheduling requirements, including occasional overtime or weekends or nights as needed.

·         EPA certification preferred but not required.

SKILLS:

·         Ability to communicate, interact and work effectively and cooperatively with people

·         Ability to work independently and as part of a team

·         Perform math computations needed in the trade

·         Knowledge of trade related tools needed for job applying

·         Operating knowledge and working proficiency with hand-held computer (i.e. smartphone, tablet).

·         The ability to remain flexible and adaptable in work schedules and assignments as defined by departmental and organizational needs.

·         Must possess strong mechanical aptitude.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While on the job, the employee will frequently need to talk, hear, and communicate effectively. Physical activities include standing, walking, crawling, kneeling, climbing (including ladders and other surfaces), and working in tight or elevated spaces. The role requires the ability to occasionally lift and carry equipment, tools, and supplies weighing up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities include close and distance vision, color distinction, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus for working in various lighting and environmental conditions.

WORK ENVIRONMENT: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts. The employee is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles, extreme heat, and risk of electrical shock. The employee is frequently exposed to outside weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment is occasionally loud.

SAFETY STATEMENT:  It is imperative that all employees recognize the importance of safety in the workplace, follow safety rules, practice safe work habits, utilize appropriate safety equipment and report unsafe conditions to the appropriate administrator.

SAFETY SENSITIVE: Aligned with our company’s Core Values, safety is the foundation of what we do each and every day, on each and every job, as part of each and every task.  As a provider of residential, commercial, and industrial services, several of our positions pose a greater risk of injury.  As such, certain positions have been designated as “safety sensitive”.

This is a safety sensitive position, which means the employee’s job performance can affect the safety of the employee and others.  Job performance under the influence of alcohol or drugs could lead to physical injury or death to the employee, other employees, or members of the public at large.  Therefore, the employee must be able to perform the job responsibilities without causing a threat to co-workers, to the workplace, or to the public at large.