Traveling: 1099 Subcontracting Technician for Energy Management System Thermostat / PTAC Installer

Position Overview:

A 1099 subcontractor for the installation of Energy Management System (EMS) thermostats and PTACs. This travel-based role is essential for enhancing energy efficiency in hotels by installing and configuring advanced thermostat systems and PTAC installation. Travel with the position will be for roughly 50% (or more if desired) of each month depending on project/schedule needs. Adequate time off between projects is provided.

Travel Range: Nationally

Key Responsibilities:

- Install approximately 25 to 30 EMS thermostats/PTACS (Smaller HVACs)

(and any add-ons per contract needs) per day in various hotel locations.

- Communicate and Collaborate via email, text, voice, and in-person with On-site and Off-site Project Managers, On-site Managers, On-site Engineers, and any other important personnel in a timely, professional, and warm manner.

- Provide on-site training to hotel staff on the use and maintenance of installed systems.

- Manage and document equipment inventory and counts accurately.

- Troubleshoot technical issues between the thermostats and HVAC units, ensuring optimal performance.

Qualifications/Requirements:

- Proven experience in HVAC systems and thermostat installations (Preferred but not required)

- Strong technical troubleshooting skills.

- Ability to lift 60lbs unassisted, able to move/maneuver 125lbs with use of dollies/carts

- Work comfortably within a small team and complete all property tasks within allotted time frame

- Excellent communication and computer skills: Emails, Google Workplace, Zoom, other tracking apps required for data collection.

- Ability to travel (including setting up rental vehicles, and air-travel tickets) frequently and work independently, occassionally in small teams (with remote support)

- Valid driver's license

- Working laptop or tablet and smartphone with uninterrupted service

- Liability insurance will be required after training is complete

- Valid bank account and credit card (required for direct deposit and vehicle rental purposes)

Compensation:

This is a 1099 subcontractor position, and compensation will be competitive based on contract specifications, as well as experience and performance. Compensation is received when each project is complete. All Travel, vehicle rental, and some equipment expenses are reimbursed.

Not Provided

-Health/Dental Insurance

-Liability Insurance (trainees will be covered by the company’s insurance while on-site with their trainer)

-Laptop/smartphone ( we do provide links for necessary data-collecting apps and dashboards for device integration)

-uniforms and tools- (we can assist in the start-up cost: reimbursed back to the company, for any tools that are required for the position and provide suggestions for on-site clothing for those that have little to no subcontracting experience)

Job Types: Contract, Apprenticeship

Pay: $50,000.00 - $70,000.00 per year

Benefits:

- On-the-job training

Application Question(s):

- Are you able to rent a vehicle and operate that vehicle?

Education:

- High school or equivalent (Required)

Willingness to travel:

- 50% (Required)

Work Location: On the road