Install Assistant - New Construction

About the Role

The assistant helps lead installers with equipment setup, material handling, and job‑site preparation, assists in installing furnaces, air conditioners, heat pumps, ductwork, and related components, and maintains a clean, safe, and organized work environment. • Assist with residential and light commercial HVAC installations • Support lead installers with equipment setup, material handling, and job‑site preparation • Install furnaces, air conditioners, heat pumps, ductwork, and related components • Maintain a clean, safe, and organized job site • Load and unload tools, equipment, and materials • Follow safety procedures and company installation standards • Represent the company with professionalism and a positive attitude

Key Responsibilities

• ▸hvac installation
• ▸equipment setup
• ▸material handling
• ▸ductwork install
• ▸site safety
• ▸tool loading

What You Bring

Custom Air and Plumbing is hiring an HVAC Install Assistant to support residential and light commercial installation projects in the Sarasota, Florida area. The role is ideal for someone who is dependable, eager to learn the trade, and takes pride in quality work. Candidates should have an interest in learning HVAC, mechanical aptitude, the ability to lift 50 lb, work in attics, crawlspaces, rooftops and outdoor conditions, a valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and a strong work ethic with a team‑first mindset. • Mechanical aptitude and willingness to learn • Ability to lift 50+ lbs and work in attics, crawlspaces, rooftops, and outdoor conditions • Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation • Strong work ethic, dependability, and team‑first mindset • Ability to follow instructions and work well with others

Requirements

• ▸mechanical aptitude
• ▸hvac
• ▸heavy lifting
• ▸driver’s license
• ▸teamwork
• ▸dependability

Benefits

This position offers hands‑on training with experienced installers and a clear path for long‑term career growth in HVAC. The company provides competitive hourly pay based on experience, overtime opportunities, on‑the‑job training and mentorship, health, dental, and vision insurance, paid time off and holidays, and a clear growth path to Installer, Lead Installer, and beyond. NearU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and will provide reasonable accommodations in compliance with the ADA. • Competitive hourly pay based on experience • Overtime opportunities • On‑the‑job training and mentorship • Health, dental, and vision insurance • Paid time off and paid holidays • Clear growth path to Installer, Lead Installer, and beyond

Work Environment

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