Residential HVAC Technician

Experienced Residential HVAC Technicians are required for full-time roles installing, servicing, and maintaining residential heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems across New Zealand.

These positions suit technicians with strong experience working in residential environments and a commitment to delivering high-quality workmanship and customer service.

Key Responsibilities

• Install, commission, service, and maintain residential HVAC systems including heat pumps, split systems, ducted systems, ventilation systems, and associated controls.
• Diagnose faults and carry out repairs to heating, cooling, and ventilation equipment.
• Perform preventative maintenance and system performance testing.
• Read and interpret plans, specifications, and installation instructions.
• Complete installation and service documentation accurately and on time.
• Ensure all work is completed to required quality, safety, and compliance standards.
• Communicate professionally with homeowners, builders, and internal teams.
• Maintain tools, vehicles, and equipment in safe and serviceable condition.
• Support installation and project teams as required.

Minimum Requirements

• At least 3 years of proven and documented experience working as a Residential HVAC Technician or in residential air conditioning and ventilation installation and servicing.
• Strong knowledge of residential HVAC systems, controls, and diagnostic procedures.
• Experience installing and servicing heat pumps, split systems, ducted air conditioning, and ventilation systems.
• Ability to diagnose faults and provide practical solutions efficiently.
• Relevant trade qualification in HVAC, refrigeration, mechanical services, or equivalent preferred.
• Current driver’s licence required.
• Strong communication and customer service skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage workload effectively.
• Not afraid to spend days in roof cavities working on projects

Immigration Requirements

Applicants requiring visa support must:

• Meet Immigration New Zealand’s English language requirements for the Accredited Employer Work Visa (AEWV) and provide acceptable evidence of English proficiency at the time of application.
• Meet Immigration New Zealand’s health requirements, including medical examinations if requested.
• Meet Immigration New Zealand’s character requirements, including police certificates where required.
• Provide verifiable work experience documentation, including employment records, contracts, and reference letters.

Preferred Attributes

• Experience working in occupied residential homes and new-build environments.
• Strong fault-finding and troubleshooting capability.
• Excellent workmanship and attention to detail.
• Ability to build positive relationships with customers and site teams.
• Commitment to health and safety and maintaining a professional standard of work.

What’s on Offer

• Full-time permanent employment opportunities.
• Stable workload across residential projects.
• Ongoing training and career development opportunities.
• Opportunity to work with established residential HVAC teams.