HVAC Service Technician
About the job
- More than 3 years of commercial HVAC experience.
- At least 3 years of field experience.
- Universal EPA certification.
- A good driving record and the ability to pass a background check and drug screen.
- Universal EPA and OSHA 10 certifications.
- Working knowledge of temperature/pressure charts.
- Ability to troubleshoot analog and digital signals.
- Ability to use and set up a combustion analyzer.
- Ability to troubleshoot and perform preventive maintenance on all types of HVAC systems.
- Perform maintenance and service repairs on refrigeration and heating, ventilating, and air conditioning systems.
- Train and mentor other technicians using basic leadership skills.
- Install new units or replacement parts for existing units according to specifications and established safety guidelines.
- Make adjustments to thermostatic controls and blowers.
- Lubricate and service compressors, motors, and other moving parts of HVAC equipment as needed.
- Perform each day's tasks according to the work order system as dispatched by Customer Service Representatives.
- Experience with chillers, air dryers, building automation controls, and industrial service is a plus.
About the company
Air Force One is a mechanical contractor that improves building performance for large commercial, industrial, and institutional facilities through HVAC design, installation, and maintenance. It also offers total facility automation, temperature control, energy conservation, water treatment, refrigeration piping, and design-build projects to provide integrated, end-to-end services. The company operates as a self-performing contractor with nationwide reach across 8 locations and 340+ employees, serving education, government, manufacturing, data centers, and hospitality sectors. By removing traditional sales commissions and fostering collaboration across divisions, it provides a single point of accountability to help clients identify efficiencies, reduce energy use, and achieve cost savings through proactive maintenance.
Company Size
201-500
Company Stage
N/A
Total Funding
N/A
Headquarters
Dublin, Ohio
Founded
1984
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- The company posted active hiring in Dayton and Cleveland with up to $3,000 bonuses.
- Greg Guy won Smart50 and Chamber board election recognition, strengthening local deal access.
- Air Force One's website updated July 2026, signaling continued marketing, hiring, and client demand.
What critics are saying
- Air Force One is still hiring technicians in 2026, exposing severe labor scarcity.
- Johnson Controls, Trane, Carrier, and Siemens outspend it in controls and smart buildings.
- If technician shortages persist, service quality and growth stall before 2027.
What makes Air Force One unique
- Greg Guy joined the company from field technician to chairman, anchoring family-led continuity.
- Air Force One self-performs HVAC, controls, energy conservation, and design-build across 7 Ohio locations.
- It targets owner-occupied campuses, including data centers, hospitals, schools, government, and manufacturing.
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Benefits
- Paid Holidays
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Disability Insurance
- Life Insurance
- 401(k) Retirement Plan
- 401(k) Company Match
- Wellness Program
- Paid Vacation
- Employee Referral Bonus