The Lead Technician must have a high level of proficiency in the knowledge, skills, and ability to execute and train others on replacement, installation, service, and repair of a wide variety of HVAC systems at a journeyman level.
Knowledge or experience replacing, installing, servicing, and repairing a wide variety of HVAC systems.
Knowledge or experience troubleshooting HVAC systems to determine the cause of malfunctions.
Knowledge or experience performing scheduled maintenance inspections and adjusting, cleaning, and calibrating systems to ensure proper operation.
Knowledge or experience repairing and troubleshooting wiring and electronic components associated with automated building management systems.
Knowledge or experience replacing expansion valves, compressors, motors, coil units, and other component parts.
Knowledge or experience detecting and cleaning refrigerant systems after hermetic burnouts, evacuating systems, and charging systems.
Knowledge or experience checking distribution systems for proper velocity, volume, temperature, and pressure.
Understanding of air balance, static pressure, and refrigerant dynamics.
Knowledge or experience determining the cause of and correcting condensation problems.
Ability to use and understand HVAC tools, including hand tools, electronic meters, and refrigerant reclaim systems.
Familiarity with HVAC system design, including installation and modification of existing systems.
Knowledge or experience preparing and submitting requests for supplies and equipment when leading a project.
Ability to complete invoices, quote requests, and weekly timesheets accurately and on time.
High school diploma or general education degree (GED).
Ten or more years of experience working with complex HVAC systems and equipment, including package units, boxcar units, split systems, mini-split systems, variable refrigerant flow (VRF) systems, variable air volume (VAV) systems, chillers, cooling towers, water-source heat pumps, and heavy rigging.
Computer literacy and ability to navigate software programs using a tablet or smartphone.
Ability to read and interpret safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, plans, sketches, blueprints, and procedure manuals, and relay that information to technicians or support staff.
Ability to apply common-sense understanding and carry out instructions provided in written, oral, or diagram form.
Ability to troubleshoot and solve complex situations involving several variables.
EPA Certification (Universal preferred).
Valid driver’s license and an acceptable driving record for the previous three years.
Ability to work in harsh environments while exposed to the elements, climb ladders, lift materials, bend, and work on overhead equipment.
Responsibilities
Evaluate technicians’ skills and report findings to the Service Manager.
Assist in developing individualized training for technicians.
Train and encourage technicians on pull-through and quoting.
Assist in developing technicians’ financial success related to job margins and efficiency.
Provide technical assistance and support to technicians.
Assist in training technicians and other staff in HVAC preventive maintenance systems.
Follow and enforce applicable rules, regulations, guidelines, safety orders, departmental operating procedures, and safety regulations to ensure work complies with applicable law.
Monitor technicians to ensure they maintain company tools, equipment, and vehicles.
Ensure technicians maintain good housekeeping practices at job sites.
Ensure or assist technicians in completing invoices, quote requests, and weekly timesheets on time.
Establish and maintain positive customer relationships.
Respond to emergency service requests.
Prepare and submit requests for supplies and equipment when leading a project.
Complete invoices, quote requests, and weekly timesheets on time.
Desired Qualifications
Industry certification, such as UTI or NATE, is a plus.
Universal EPA Certification is preferred.
Additional qualifications, certificates, or continuing education are recommended.
HVAC Lead Service Technician
Mark III Construction · Sacramento, United States · — · Posted 2026-08-04
Salary: USD 93,780–114,400
Workplace: on_site
Department: M3 Service Mechanical
Description
SUMMARY
M3 Service Lead Service Technician will routinely perform the same tasks as a Service Technician with the added responsibilities of managing, evaluating, training, and mentoring the Service Technicians under his charge.
Who we are:
Mark III is a full-service construction company comprised of three complementary business units: M3 MEP, M3 Service, and M3 Components. We support projects from initial concept through long-term maintenance, with specialized expertise in healthcare, higher education, industrial, life science, and technology markets.
Our integrated, big-picture approach allows us to self-perform electrical, HVAC, plumbing, process piping, prefabrication, and MEP design. By consolidating these services under one organization, clients benefit from reduced profit layers, minimized scope gaps, and simplified project schedules—working with a single, accountable partner rather than multiple consultants and subcontractors.
Headquartered in Sacramento, California, Mark III operates throughout California and Nevada. Our state-of-the-art manufacturing facility serves as a centralized hub supporting five core trades: HVAC, mechanical piping, plumbing, electrical, and metal-stud framing. To support our continued growth, we will be relocating from our current combined 62,000 square feet of office and operational space to a new 340,000-square-foot headquarters at 2031 Optisolar Lane, with the move planned for completion by the end of Q3 2026.
Mission:
Leading the Evolution of Construction
Vision: Exposing the World to a New Way to Build
Core Values:
Teamwork
Excellence
Perseverance
Integrity
Continuous Improvement
Requirements
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include but not limited to the following:
Evaluate technicians’ skill and report to Service Manager
Assist in developing individualized training for technicians.
Train and encourage technicians on pull through and quoting
Assist in developing financial success of Service Technicians (as related to job margins and efficiency).
Provide technical assistance and support to technicians.
Assist in training other technicians and staff in HVAC preventative maintenance systems
Follow and enforce all pertinent rules and regulations, guidelines, safety orders, departmental operating procedures, and safety regulations to ensure that work is performed in compliance with applicable law.
Monitor technicians to maintain all company tools, equipment, and company vehicle.
Assure technicians employ good housekeeping practices at all job sites.
Insure/assist technicians complete all paperwork in a timely manner including invoices, quote requests and weekly timesheets.
Establish and maintain positive relationships with customers
Respond to emergency service requests
Prepare and submit requests for supplies and equipment when leading a project.
Complete all paperwork in a timely manner including invoices, quote requests and weekly timesheets.
KEY CHARACTERISTICS
Integrity in all interactions with customers and team members
Excellent work ethic
Team player
Attention to detail
Willingness to travel and work overtime, when necessary
QUALIFICATIONS
The Lead Technician must show a high level of proficiency in knowledge/skill and ability to execute and train others on replacement, installation, service, and repair of a wide variety of HVAC systems equal to a Journeyman level.
Listed below are examples of the required knowledge and skills.
Knowledge/experience of replacement, installation, service, and repair of a wide variety of HVAC systems
Knowledge/experience of troubleshooting HVAC systems to determine the cause of the malfunction
Knowledge/experience in performance of scheduled maintenance inspections and adjust, clean, and calibrate various systems to assure proper system operation
Knowledge/experience in repair/trouble shoot wiring and electronic components associated with automated building management systems
Knowledge/experience in replacing expansion valves, compressors, motors, coil units and other component parts
Knowledge/experience in detecting and cleaning refrigerant systems from hermetic burnouts, evacuate, and charge systems
Knowledge/experience in checking distribution systems for proper velocity, volume, temperature, pressure, etc.
Understanding key elements; Air Balance, Static Pressure, refrigerant dynamics.
Knowledge/experience in determining the cause of, and correct, condensation problems
Use and understanding of tools related to HVAC (Hand tools, electronic meters, reclaim systems, etc.)
Familiar with the design of HVAC systems including installation and/or modification to existing systems.
Knowledge/experience in preparing and submit requests for supplies and equipment when leading a project.
Completed all paperwork in a timely manner including invoices, quote requests and weekly timesheets in a timely manner.
Knowledge/experience in HVAC system start-up procedures
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE
High school diploma or general education degree (GED)
Ten (10) or more years of experience working with complex HVAC systems and equipment including package units, boxcar units, Split systems, Mini splits, VRF systems, VAV systems, Chillers, Cooling towers and Water sourced heat pumps and heavy rigging.
Computer literate with the ability to navigate software programs via a tablet or smartphone
LANGUAGE SKILLS
Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, plans, sketches, blueprints, and procedure manuals and relay that information to technicians and/or support staff.
Good communication skills (both verbal and written)
REASONING ABILITY
Ability to apply common sense understanding and carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.
Troubleshoot and problem solve complex situations involving several variables
CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS
Industry certification (e.g., UTI, NATE) a plus.
EPA Certification (Universal preferred)
Possession of a valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record for the previous three years
Other qualifications or certificates continued education recommended
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Working in a harsh environment while exposed to the elements
Climbing ladders, lifting materials, bending, and working on overhead equipment
Physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job
Benefits
Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)
Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
Training & Development
Company Vehicle
Fuel Card
Phone Allowance
iPad
Onsite Gym
Hourly Wage: $45hour - $55/hour DOE
"Mark III Construction and its affiliated companies is an equal opportunity employer regardless of race, color, caste, sex, gender, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, religion, marital status, genetic information, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, physical or mental disability, medical condition, protected veteran or military status, domestic violence victim status, political affiliation, or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law."