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Service Experts

Nationwide HVAC, plumbing and electrical services

Commercial Service Technician 1

Full-Time
No salary listed
Junior
Elkhart, IN, USA
In Person
Building TradesHVAC & Building Systems

About the job

Requirements
  • High school diploma or GED with additional training and 1-2 years of experience in all aspects of commercial heating, ventilation, and air conditioning, with North American Technician Excellence certification preferred.
  • All valid licenses or certifications required by applicable federal, state, provincial, or local laws or regulations for the geographical work area.
  • Skill servicing commercial rooftop heating, air conditioning, boilers, associated equipment, ventilation equipment, and related accessories.
  • Mechanical aptitude and ability to operate all necessary tools and equipment.
  • Ability to read wiring diagrams and troubleshoot electrical, refrigerant, and duct systems on commercial HVAC equipment.
  • Ability to start up and balance airflow on commercial systems with little or no supervision.
  • Ability to install a basic duct fitting.
  • Skill troubleshooting and repairing refrigeration systems, hot water systems, steam boiler systems, and related commercial equipment with little or no supervision.
  • Communication skills to communicate with customers and resolve customer issues, complaints, or concerns.
  • Time-management and organizational skills.
  • Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record.
  • Two years of experience performing service and maintenance work on commercial HVAC equipment and related accessories.
  • Availability to work flexible hours and on-call shifts as needed.
  • Ability to stand, walk, climb ladders and attic stairs, and maneuver in attics, basements, and crawl spaces to access HVAC units.
  • Ability to continually climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, and crawl.
  • Ability to work in hot, cold, outdoor, indoor, dry, humid, slippery, elevated, and congested environments.
  • Ability to safely climb ladders rated for a 300-pound load while wearing a 30-pound tool belt.
  • Natural or corrected vision for close, distance, and peripheral vision with normal depth perception.
  • Ability to lift and carry items weighing up to 50 pounds.
Responsibilities
  • Perform commercial rooftop service and maintenance calls under minimal supervision while following company and customer safety protocols.
  • Analyze, diagnose, and resolve customer problems in a courteous, professional, timely, and accurate manner.
  • Diagnose and perform service on commercial heating, air conditioning, boilers, associated equipment, ventilation, refrigeration equipment, and accessories.
  • Inspect equipment to identify potential problems and prevent premature or unexpected breakdowns or callbacks.
  • Complete routine maintenance and equipment cleaning as needed or required.
  • Deliver and remove parts and equipment needed to complete service work.
  • Use a handheld device to record all required customer-call information and complete forms and paperwork accurately and on time.
  • Communicate with dispatch while on duty to provide accurate activity and availability status.
  • Deliver excellent customer service and sustain high customer satisfaction.
  • Promote products and services to customers and call the Lead Coordinator with replacement-product sales leads generated during service visits.
  • Ensure company property, vehicles, and tools are used, maintained, and properly accounted for.
  • Represent the company professionally, honestly, and ethically in business matters and activities.
  • Keep the company vehicle properly stocked, return defective warranty parts to the branch, and order or replenish vehicle stock as needed.
  • Train other commercial service, maintenance, or installation technicians when assigned.
  • Report unsafe acts, conditions, and hazards to the direct supervisor or manager immediately.
  • Report violations of legislation or company policies, procedures, or programs to the direct supervisor or manager immediately.
  • Correct substandard acts or conditions within the area of control.
  • Use and maintain appropriate personal protective equipment as prescribed by company programs or procedures.
  • Keep required safety guards, devices, and clothing in place and effective.
  • Comply with general rules prescribed by company programs and procedures.
  • Operate devices and equipment as prescribed by company programs or procedures.
  • Participate in safety initiatives, teams, or committees.
  • Report injuries or incidents immediately as prescribed by company programs or procedures.
  • Provide input on safety initiatives and plans to eliminate exposures that could cause accidents.
  • Work in compliance with applicable legislative requirements.
  • Maintain regular and reliable attendance.
Desired Qualifications
  • North American Technician Excellence certification.
  • Additional training in commercial HVAC beyond a high school diploma or GED.

About the company

Service Experts provides HVAC, plumbing, and electrical services across North America, operating 75+ locations nationwide. It offers repair, installation, and maintenance for home comfort systems, deploying trained technicians to diagnose and fix heating, cooling, plumbing, and electrical issues for residential and commercial customers. The company differentiates itself through its nationwide network and broad range of trades under one provider, enabling consistent service and coverage across many markets. Its goal is to be the trusted, widely accessible partner for essential home and business comfort and safety needs.

Company Size

1,001-5,000

Company Stage

Acquired

Total Funding

$341M

Headquarters

Jupiter, Florida

Founded

1996

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What believers are saying

  • By September 2026, Service Experts expanded to five franchisees across 16 territories.
  • Colorado’s August 18, 2026 deal adds Longmont, Fort Collins, and Greeley.
  • Trey Thomas-Piazza won IFA’s 2026 Franchisee of the Year on September 9.

What critics are saying

  • BBB complaints accuse Service Experts of hidden charges and 10-year lease traps.
  • Advantage Program criticism can trigger state attorney general probes and class actions in 2027.
  • HVAC rivals like One Hour and ARS keep taking markets, compressing growth and margins.

What makes Service Experts unique

  • Brookfield-backed, 30-year HVAC platform with national supplier leverage and local ownership.
  • Advantage Program leases systems monthly, creating recurring revenue beyond one-off repairs.
  • Franchisees inherit established training, technology, and brand fund economics across 16 territories.

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Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

401(k) Company Match

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Short-term Disability

Long-term Disability

Wellness Program

Gym Membership

PTO

Paid Vacation

Paid Holidays

Hybrid Work Options

Remote Work Options

Flexible Work Hours

Unlimited Paid Time Off

Conference Attendance Budget

Training Programs

Professional Development Budget

Stock Options

Company Equity

Phone/Internet Stipend

Home Office Stipend

Family Planning Benefits

Fertility Treatment Support

Adoption Assistance

Childcare Support

Elder Care Support

Mental Health Support

Legal Services

Pet Insurance

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Growth & Insights and Company News

Headcount

6 month growth

11%

1 year growth

11%

2 year growth

11%
PR Newswire
Oct 8th, 2026
Service Experts ranks No. 117 on Franchise Times Top 400 after first year of franchising

Service Experts, a major US residential HVAC service company, has ranked No. 117 on the 2026 Franchise Times Top 400 list in its first year of franchising. The Richardson, Texas-based company launched its franchise programme in 2025 after three decades of operating corporate-owned locations. Service Experts signed five new franchise agreements in the third quarter, bringing its 2026 total to eight. The agreements include both new franchises and business conversions, with locations including Corona, California; Ridgeland, Mississippi; and Boise, Idaho. Forty per cent of Service Experts franchise owners are military veterans. The company was also ranked No. 104 on Entrepreneur's 2026 Top New and Emerging Franchises list. Founded in 1996, Service Experts operates a nationwide network providing heating, cooling, plumbing and electrical services.

PR Newswire
Aug 18th, 2026
Service Experts expands Colorado franchise with three-territory Front Range deal

Service Experts has signed a franchise agreement covering three territories across Colorado's Front Range, including Longmont, Fort Collins, and Greeley. The new franchises will be owned and operated by Mitch Rose and Chandler Sykes, with the first location expected to open this autumn. Rose brings over 20 years of experience in high-tech product management and is a US Army Reserve veteran. Sykes has a background in operations and entrepreneurship. Both franchisees cited the appeal of building independently whilst leveraging an established platform. The agreement marks continued expansion for Service Experts, one of the nation's leading residential HVAC service companies. Founded in 1996 and headquartered in Richardson, Texas, the company operates a nationwide network of locally operated service centres.

PR Newswire
Jul 22nd, 2026
Service Experts opens new HVAC franchise in Fulshear, Texas

Service Experts, a national residential HVAC service company, has opened a new franchise location in Fulshear, Texas. The facility, located at 32126 Hunt Road, Suite 303 in Brookshire, serves homeowners across Fort Bend County, including Fulshear, Brookshire, Richmond, Rosenberg, Sealy, and Needville. The franchise is owned and operated by Norv Parsell and Emily Arnim. Parsell brings over 25 years of experience in data, technology, and AI leadership across Fortune 50 companies and startups, whilst Arnim has spent more than a decade working in customer experience and brand strategy with premium consumer brands. Founded in 1996 and headquartered in Richardson, Texas, Service Experts operates a nationwide network of locally operated service centres providing heating, cooling, plumbing, and electrical solutions. The company is owned by Brookfield Infrastructure.

PR Newswire
Jun 18th, 2026
Service Experts signs Greater Houston franchise with father-son team for Katy and Sugar Land expansion

Service Experts, a leading US residential HVAC service company, has signed a franchise agreement for the Katy and Sugar Land areas in Greater Houston, Texas. The location will be operated by father-son team Steve and Logan Marullo, experienced franchise owners with backgrounds in service-based businesses, and is planned to open later this year. This marks Service Experts' second Texas franchise agreement in two months. The Marullos bring combined experience in franchise ownership, with Steve adding over 20 years in chemical sales and nine years in the US Navy, whilst Logan previously worked in software and tech sales. Founded in 1996 and based in Richardson, Texas, Service Experts operates a nationwide network of locally operated service centres providing heating, cooling, plumbing and electrical solutions.

PR Newswire
Feb 19th, 2026
Service Experts awards two franchise locations within months of 2025 launch

Service Experts, a leading US residential HVAC service company, has awarded two franchise locations within months of launching its franchise programme in May 2025. The company secured locally owned centres in Tulsa, Oklahoma and Memphis, Tennessee. The franchise model offers entrepreneurs access to Service Experts' established operating system, including comprehensive training, lead-generation tools and national supplier partnerships. Franchisees can also offer the Service Experts Advantage Program, an equipment leasing programme that provides homeowners with high-efficiency systems, maintenance and repairs for a monthly payment. The first franchise went to Trey Thomas-Piazza in Tulsa, transitioning from corporate to local ownership. The second was awarded to Randy Joyner in Memphis, who brings over 20 years of HVAC business experience. Founded in 1996, Service Experts operates nationwide and is owned by Brookfield Infrastructure.