Location: Indianapolis, IN
Category: Construction Trades
Employment Type: Contract to Perm
Date Added: 04/07/2026
Job Title: HVAC / Refrigeration Installer
- Shift 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM.
- Contract to hire
- $35 to 40/hour pay
- All work/clients located in the city of Indianapolis.
Job Overview:
We are seeking experienced HVAC / Refrigeration Installers with strong knowledge of refrigeration line installation and system setup. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience installing, inspecting, and connecting refrigeration and evap lines as part of commercial HVAC/R systems. This role requires a Installer who understands the critical importance of proper refrigeration piping to ensure system performance, efficiency, and reliability.
Key Responsibilities
- Install HVAC and refrigeration systems in commercial environments
- Install, route, and secure refrigeration lines and piping according to system specifications
- Install and connect evaporator coils, condensers, and refrigeration line sets
- Inspect and pressure test refrigeration lines for leaks and proper installation
- Braze, solder, and connect copper refrigeration piping
- Ensure proper insulation, supports, and routing of refrigerant lines
- Read and interpret blueprints, installation drawings, and system specifications
- Perform system start-up assistance and verify refrigeration line integrity
- Maintain compliance with safety regulations and HVAC industry standards
- Work with project managers and other trades to complete installations efficiently
Qualifications
- 5+ years of experience in HVAC installation with refrigeration piping experience
- Strong understanding of refrigeration systems and line set installation
- Experience installing evaporator and condenser refrigeration lines
- Ability to braze copper piping and perform leak testing
- Ability to read HVAC plans and technical diagrams
- EPA Certification preferred (or willingness to obtain)
- Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting ability
- Ability to lift equipment and work on construction job sites
Preferred Experience
- Commercial refrigeration or HVAC installation
- VRF/VRV systems or split system installations
- Start-up support and system commissioning
