Apprentice HVAC Technician
Eric C. Foster Plumbing, Heating & Cooling Chelmsford, MA | Full-Time
Are you interested in building a career in the HVAC trade and ready to develop your skills through hands-on experience?
At Eric C. Foster Plumbing, Heating & Cooling, we're looking for a dependable Apprentice HVAC Technician who wants to learn the trade, gain practical experience, and grow alongside experienced HVAC professionals.
This is an opportunity for someone who enjoys working with their hands, is mechanically inclined, and wants to develop a long-term career in residential heating and cooling.
You'll work alongside experienced technicians, assisting with installations, repairs, and maintenance while learning how residential HVAC systems operate. You'll have the opportunity to develop your technical knowledge, become more confident with tools and equipment, and gradually take on more responsibility as your skills grow.
We're a family-owned company that values quality workmanship, teamwork, and people who take pride in what they do. We want someone who's dependable, willing to learn, and motivated to become better at their trade.
If you're looking for an opportunity to learn from experienced professionals and build a future in HVAC, we'd like to hear from you.
What You'll Do
As an Apprentice HVAC Technician, you'll assist experienced HVAC technicians with residential heating and cooling projects while developing your technical skills.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Assist with residential heating and cooling system installations.
- Help install, replace, and maintain HVAC equipment and components.
- Assist technicians with troubleshooting heating and cooling system issues.
- Prepare tools, materials, and equipment needed for daily jobs.
- Learn how to work with HVAC systems, components, and related equipment.
- Follow instructions from senior technicians and apply what you learn on the job.
- Help maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
- Handle tools and equipment properly and follow established safety procedures.
- Communicate professionally with customers and fellow team members.
- Continue developing your technical knowledge through hands-on training and field experience.
What We're Looking For
We're looking for someone with a strong work ethic, a mechanical aptitude, and a genuine interest in developing a career in HVAC.
Qualifications:
- 1-2 years of HVAC, mechanical, or related trade experience.
- Some hands-on experience in HVAC, mechanical work, or a related trade is preferred.
- Basic understanding of tools, equipment, and mechanical systems is an advantage.
- Interest in residential heating and cooling systems.
- Willingness to learn from experienced technicians and take direction.
- Dependable, punctual, and committed to completing assigned work.
- Strong work ethic and a positive attitude.
- Ability to work as part of a team and gradually take on more responsibilities.
- Valid driver's license and good driving record preferred.
Compensation & Benefits
- $22-$28 per hour, based on experience and qualifications.
- Paid, hands-on training alongside experienced HVAC professionals.
- Opportunities to develop technical skills and advance within the HVAC trade.
- Health, dental, vision, and life insurance.
- 401(k) with company match.
- Paid time off and holidays.
- Overtime opportunities.
- Three-day weekends during June, July, and August.
- Four 10-hour workdays during the summer.
- Company summer events and team activities.
Build Your Future in the HVAC Trade
You don't have to know everything on day one. What matters is having a willingness to learn, a strong work ethic, and the motivation to develop your skills.
At Eric C. Foster Plumbing, Heating & Cooling, you'll have the opportunity to work alongside experienced professionals, gain practical knowledge, and build the foundation for a rewarding career in HVAC.
If you're ready to learn, grow, and become part of a team that values quality workmanship and teamwork, we'd like to hear from you.
Apply today and grow your HVAC career with ECF!