Duct Cleaning Crew Chief

Position Title: Air Duct Cleaning Crew Chief **Department:** Field Operations | **Classification:** Full-Time, Non-Exempt Position Overview The Air Duct Cleaning Crew Chief leads field operations for residential and commercial HVAC inspections, cleaning, and restoration projects. This role ensures all work complies strictly with the NADCA ACR Standard. The Crew Chief oversees a team of technicians, manages customer interactions, and enforces safety compliance.

Key Responsibilities

• Project Leadership: Manage on-site residential and commercial HVAC cleaning projects from setup to completion.
• ACR Compliance: Ensure all assessment, cleaning, and restoration activities meet the requirements of the NADCA ACR Standard.
• System Containment: Establish proper negative pressure zones and source removal procedures according to NADCA methodologies.
• Asset Accountability: Oversee the complete inventory tracking of high-value fleet equipment, technical tools, and PPE.
• Fleet Standards: Maintain pristine vehicle cleanliness, organization, and readiness for both unexpected commercial emergencies and scheduled residential jobs.
• Team Supervision: Train, mentor, and evaluate junior technicians on safety protocols, equipment operation, and industry standards.
• Client Communication: Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, explaining procedures, reviewing post-project documentation, and recommending additional solutions.
• Quality Control: Conduct final post-cleaning inspections to verify that cleanliness and system integrity meet company standards.

Qualifications

• Professional air duct cleaning experience in both residential and commercial sectors.
• Air Systems Cleaning Specialist (ASCS) certification from NADCA is highly preferred or required within 1 year of employment.
• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.
• Understanding of blueprints, commercial mechanical layouts, and variable air volume (VAV) systems.

Work Schedule

• Employees in this position may be required to work additional hours, including evenings or weekends, as needed to meet project deadlines
• Participate in the on-call rotation
• Travel to project sites required, primarily local, but some out of area and overnight travel may be expected.