Service Manager - Commercial HVAC

Kelso Industries

$100K — $130K *
Technical Services
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 10+ years of commercial HVAC service experience
  • 3+ years leading service technicians or operations teams
  • Strong knowledge of commercial HVAC equipment including RTUs, chillers, boilers, VRF/VRV systems, VFDs, and BAS
  • Experience managing dispatch priorities and service workflows
  • Understanding of service department financial metrics and operational KPIs
  • Proficient in Microsoft Outlook, Excel, and service management software
  • Strong communication, organizational, and leadership skills
  • Valid driver's license and acceptable driving record

Responsibilities

  • Lead, mentor, and support a team of 8-10+ HVAC service technicians
  • Oversee daily service operations and dispatch coordination
  • Monitor performance and customer satisfaction in the service department
  • Support growth of service agreements and recurring revenue
  • Assist with budgeting and resource planning
  • Provide technical guidance on complex service issues
  • Collaborate across teams for successful project execution
  • Establish and monitor KPIs to foster continuous improvement

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
  • 401(k) retirement plan with company match
  • Paid time off, including holidays
  • Opportunities for professional training and certification
Full Job Description
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Service Manager (Commercial HVAC)

Location: Garland, TX (Supporting Commercial HVAC Clients Throughout North Texas)
Department: Service | Commercial HVAC
Reports To: Chief Operations Officer (COO)
Position Overview

As a Service Managerat NTD Mechanical, you will oversee the daily operations, growth, and profitability of NTD Mechanical's HVAC service department. This leader will be responsible for managing 8-10+ HVAC service technicians, supporting dispatch and scheduling activities, driving customer satisfaction, improving operational efficiency, and helping grow a scalable service business across North Texas.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced HVAC service professional who combines strong technical knowledge with leadership, business acumen, and a passion for developing people.
What You'll Do
  • Lead, mentor, and support a team of 8-10+ commercial HVAC service technicians.
  • Oversee daily service operations, dispatch coordination, and technician scheduling.
  • Monitor service department performance, productivity, profitability, and customer satisfaction.
  • Support the growth of preventive maintenance agreements, service contracts, and recurring revenue opportunities.
  • Assist with estimating, job costing, budgeting, and resource planning.
  • Provide technical guidance and troubleshooting support for complex service issues.
  • Collaborate with service sales, project management, field operations, and accounting teams to ensure successful project execution.
  • Review service reports, work orders, and invoicing for accuracy and timely completion.
  • Establish and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) to drive continuous improvement.
  • Promote a culture of safety, accountability, professionalism, and customer service excellence.
What You'll Bring

Required Qualifications
  • 10+ years of commercial HVAC service experience.
  • 3+ years leading service technicians, supervisors, or service operations teams
  • Strong knowledge of commercial HVAC equipment, including:
    • Rooftop Units (RTUs)
    • Chillers
    • Boilers
    • VRF/VRV Systems
    • Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs)
    • Building Automation Systems (BAS)
  • Experience managing dispatch priorities, service workflows, and customers
  • Understanding of service department financials, labor utilization, gross margin, job costing, and operational KPIs
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Outlook, Excel, and service management software.
  • Strong communication, organizational, and leadership skills.
  • Ability to build teams, improve processes, and drive accountability.
  • Valid driver's license and acceptable driving record.
  • High school diploma or GED required; technical HVAC training preferred

Preferred Qualifications:
  • Familiarity with the North Texas commercial HVAC market
  • Experience growing preventive maintenance and service agreement portfolios.
  • Knowledge of Foundation or similar ERP/service management platforms.
Compensation & Benefits

Base Salary: $100,000-$130,000 based on experience and qualifications.

In addition, NTD Mechanical offers:
  • Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
  • 401(k) retirement plan with company match.
  • Paid time off, including holidays.
  • Opportunities for professional training and certification.

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