Commercial HVAC Retrofit Installation Specialist

Hillside Heating & A/C, Inc. – Riverside, CA

Picture a typical day: you arrive on site, review the plans, confirm curb adaptor dimensions, coordinate with the crane operator, and keep the crew moving so the new equipment is set, duct transitions fit cleanly, and the space is ready for tenants. If delivering clean, code-compliant retrofit installations is your craft, you’ll feel right at home here.

About the Work

  • Install commercial rooftop units (RTUs), split systems, heat pumps, and related components
  • Complete equipment change-outs and retrofit replacements
  • Fabricate/fit duct modifications, transitions, and curb adaptors
  • Interpret drawings and adapt to field conditions
  • Coordinate crane picks, deliveries, and on-site crews
  • Keep jobsites organized, clean, and safe
  • Communicate clearly with office staff and customers
  • Coach apprentices and mid-level installers on best practices
  • Rely on an experienced support staff and steady commercial workload

What You Bring

Required

  • 5+ years of HVAC installation experience
  • Valid driver’s license
  • Proven reliability and strong work ethic
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a crew

Preferred

  • Background in commercial retrofit projects
  • Experience serving as a lead installer
  • Hands-on RTU replacement experience
  • Sheet metal and duct alteration skills

Compensation & Perks

  • Competitive hourly rate based on experience ($34–$46/hr DOE)
  • Company vehicle for qualified candidates
  • Paid time off
  • Reliable, year-round workload
  • Clear paths for growth

Why Hillside

  • Established commercial contractor with a solid backlog
  • Professional, safety-focused environment
  • Primarily retrofit work (not large new construction)
  • Opportunities to advance into leadership

Tools & Technologies

  • HVAC Systems

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