Lead HVAC/R Technician

Yellowstone Local is proud to represent TDI Refrigeration, an industry leader in commercial and industrial refrigeration and HVACR services. Earn $60–$70 per hour leading complex commercial and industrial refrigeration and HVACR service work throughout the Aurora, CO area. You'll receive a company vehicle for field operations, gas card, company phone, and tool account while handling advanced troubleshooting, customer support, commissioning, and technical leadership responsibilities. This is a field-based leadership role without direct supervisory duties, with opportunities to guide and mentor technicians while continuing to work hands-on with refrigeration, HVACR, electrical, plumbing, controls, and mechanical systems. What You’ll Get - Pay: $60-$70 per hour - Company vehicle use for field operations, subject to company policies - Gas card - Company phone - Tool account - The company-specified base medical plan is 100% covered for employees and 70% covered for dependents - Employees also have the option to upgrade their medical plan for an additional cost - Dental and vision insurance - Retirement benefits - Sick leave - Paid holidays - Paid time off with negotiable starting accrual - Health Savings Account (HSA) - Field-based role serving the Aurora, CO area - Leadership responsibility without direct supervisory duties - Opportunities to mentor technicians and strengthen your technical leadership skills - Exposure to advanced commercial and industrial refrigeration, HVACR, electrical, plumbing, and mechanical systems - Ongoing training and development around emerging technologies, industry standards, and best practices - Varied work that includes troubleshooting, service, repairs, project support, commissioning, and high-profile customer accounts - Schedule flexibility based on customer and operational needs Why Technicians Choose This Role - Take ownership of difficult service calls and complex technical problems from diagnosis through completion - Work alongside experienced service and construction leaders who value accuracy, accountability, and strong field performance - Guide and mentor service technicians while continuing to grow your own technical expertise - Help shape service quality, safety, efficiency, and customer satisfaction across the operation - Join a team focused on high standards, reliable workmanship, and getting the job done right What You’ll Do - Diagnose, service, maintain, and repair commercial and industrial HVACR and refrigeration equipment - Work with electrical systems, plumbing, machinery, controls, and other specialized equipment related to company operations - Help the field supervisor coordinate service technicians, projects, workloads, priorities, and deadlines - Provide field guidance, technical training, mentoring, and support to technicians as needed - Manage and maintain high-profile customer accounts while delivering responsive, professional service - Troubleshoot complex equipment malfunctions, system failures, and operational issues - Identify root causes and develop effective repair solutions that reduce downtime and improve system performance - Perform inspections and quality assurance checks to confirm repairs and installations meet company standards, industry codes, and customer expectations - Serve as a primary customer contact for technical questions, service updates, concerns, and issue resolution - Complete service reports, work orders, site logs, equipment documentation, and other required paperwork accurately and on time - Support service and construction managers with the documentation needed for projects, commissioning, warranty submissions, and customer records - Review service performance, productivity metrics, and key performance indicators to identify opportunities for improvement - Follow and enforce safety regulations, hazard controls, risk mitigation procedures, and accident-prevention practices - Safely work around propane, ammonia, synthetic refrigerants, cleaners, and other materials used in refrigeration operations - Manage tools, equipment, parts, materials, and labor resources efficiently - Order and replenish parts and materials accurately while coordinating with the service manager and field supervisor - Support start-up, commissioning, warranty, and project closeout activities - Drive a company vehicle and maintain a safe, acceptable driving record - Perform field work that may involve high noise levels, extended periods of standing, walking, sitting, lifting, carrying, reaching, pushing, and pulling - Occasionally lift and move up to 50 pounds, with reasonable accommodations available for qualified individuals with disabilities - Work a flexible schedule as needed to meet customer needs - Perform additional duties related to TDI Refrigeration operations and company programs Hiring Expectations: Apply today, complete a quick phone screening, and get ready for an interview with our team to discuss your goals and experience.