Service Tech Jobs at Ace Hardware with Visa Sponsorship
Service Tech roles at Ace Hardware sit at the intersection of hands-on mechanical work and customer-facing service, covering equipment repair, maintenance, and product support. Ace Hardware has sponsored international workers across multiple visa categories for technical roles, making it a realistic target for qualified candidates who need work authorization.
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$33.00 - $40.00 per hour
Job Description:
About Carolina Custom Air: Carolina Custom Air and Coastal Air Solutions are now Ace Hardware Home Services! It’s still the same great Carolina Custom and Coastal Air team that you know and trust—so what’s changed? Just our name. Now bringing helpful heating and cooling services to your home. This partnership aligns perfectly with our shared values of delivering exceptional customer experiences. As part of the Ace Hardware Home Services family, we gain access to valuable resources and a broader network, enabling us to better serve the Charleston region and beyond. By combining our expertise and expanding our reach, we solidify our position as the area’s leading home preservation services provider. Together, we are dedicated to continuing our tradition of excellence and providing the highest level of service to our customers.
Carolina Custom Air, part of Ace Hardware Home Services, is hiring experienced HVAC Service Technicians. We’re backed by a trusted national brand but operate with a local, technician-first mindset.
What You’ll Do
- Diagnose, repair, and service residential HVAC systems
- Work on forced-air, boilers (steam & hot water), oil, ductless, and high-velocity systems
- Use diagnostic tools to resolve airflow, electrical, fuel, and refrigerant issues
- Maintain truck stock to complete flat-rate repairs
- Communicate clearly with homeowners and recommend comfort or efficiency upgrades
- Support junior technicians as needed
What We’re Looking For
- 3+ years of HVAC service experience (preferred)
- EPA Universal Certification (preferred)
- Strong troubleshooting skills and HVAC knowledge
- Valid driver’s license
Why Work With Us
- Sign-On Bonus up to $5,000
- Steady residential work
- Backed by Ace Hardware’s stability and resources
- Supportive leadership that understands the trade
Why should you join our team?
We live our values - W.E.L.I.G.H.T (Winning, Excellence, Love, Integrity, Gratitude, Humility, and Teamwork). Gratitude. Humility. Love. You don’t often see values like these in most corporate statements, but Ace Hardware Home Services, Inc. is different. These things are important to us. They represent our commitment to the company, our employees, and to the Ace brand.
In addition to providing our employees a great culture, we offer competitive benefits* that address life’s necessities and perks, many of which expand and improve year after year, including:
- Incentive/Commission/Bonus opportunities (Based on role / grade level)
- 401(k) retirement savings plan with matching company contributions, eligible on your first day!
- Comprehensive health coverage (medical, dental, vision, company paid short-term disability, and long-term disability) and life insurance benefits for you and your dependents.
- Warehouse Merchandise Discount!
- Paid time off & paid holidays (depending on role and month of hire)
- Career Growth & opportunities within several channels (Plumbing, Heating, Cooling, Electrical, Handyman, Customer Service and others). Your career at Ace is more than just a job. It’s a chance to be part of something meaningful. We help locally-owned businesses thrive and make an impact in their communities.
- You are joining a team that’s committed to your success and invested in your future. We provide the tools, hands-on training, formal education, and coaching to help you become a trusted expert in your craft, grow your career, and make a meaningful impact serving co-workers, customers, and your community.
- Robust Employee Assistance Program, which will provide professional assistance for personal, legal, financial, work, childcare and elder care support.
Benefits are provided in compliance with applicable laws, plans and policies.
About Ace Hardware Home Services, Inc.
Ace Hardware has been serving neighbors throughout America for over 100 years. Ace launched Ace Hardware Home Services Inc. and is now Bringing Helpful to Your Home℠. Ace Hardware Home Services offers a wide range of residential maintenance and home repair services including plumbing, heating, cooling, electrical, handyman and painting with the signature Ace Helpful service our customers know. Helpful is what we do – and Ace is on a Mission to be the best, most trusted provider of home preservation services.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Ace Hardware Home Services, Inc. is committed to a policy of promoting equal employment opportunities. The company recognizes the importance of diversity and leveraging the skills and talents of all people to the mutual advantage of each individual and the organization. The company is committed to the prevention of employment discrimination related to race, religion, color, sex (including sexual harassment), gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, disability and military or veteran status, sexual orientation or any other action covered by federal or applicable state/local laws.
Disclaimers
The pay range for this position starts as listed in the job posting but could be higher based on education and experience. Please note, compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each opening. We take into consideration the minimum requirements outlined in the job description, such as an individual’s education, training and experience, the position’s work location, required travel (if any), and external market conditions when determining the final salary for potential new hires.
Be aware that salary estimates published via alternate online job boards may not be a true representation of the actual pay range offered for this position. Please refer to the Ace Hardware Home Services position description for the accurate starting pay range information and feel free to discuss this with a Talent Acquisition professional if you are chosen to move forward with an interview.
This written “Position Description” is not intended to cover all aspects of the position listed. It is meant to cover the basic/general essential job functions of a particular position. Ace Hardware Home Services reserves the right to change job duties, including essential job functions, according to business necessity.
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.
Notice to Philadelphia, PA candidates: When reviewing a post-offer background check, we will conduct an individualized assessment based on the applicant or employee’s specific record and the duties and requirements of the specific job.
Compensation Details:
$33.00 - $40.00 per hour
Job Description:
About Carolina Custom Air: Carolina Custom Air and Coastal Air Solutions are now Ace Hardware Home Services! It’s still the same great Carolina Custom and Coastal Air team that you know and trust—so what’s changed? Just our name. Now bringing helpful heating and cooling services to your home. This partnership aligns perfectly with our shared values of delivering exceptional customer experiences. As part of the Ace Hardware Home Services family, we gain access to valuable resources and a broader network, enabling us to better serve the Charleston region and beyond. By combining our expertise and expanding our reach, we solidify our position as the area’s leading home preservation services provider. Together, we are dedicated to continuing our tradition of excellence and providing the highest level of service to our customers.
Carolina Custom Air, part of Ace Hardware Home Services, is hiring experienced HVAC Service Technicians. We’re backed by a trusted national brand but operate with a local, technician-first mindset.
What You’ll Do
- Diagnose, repair, and service residential HVAC systems
- Work on forced-air, boilers (steam & hot water), oil, ductless, and high-velocity systems
- Use diagnostic tools to resolve airflow, electrical, fuel, and refrigerant issues
- Maintain truck stock to complete flat-rate repairs
- Communicate clearly with homeowners and recommend comfort or efficiency upgrades
- Support junior technicians as needed
What We’re Looking For
- 3+ years of HVAC service experience (preferred)
- EPA Universal Certification (preferred)
- Strong troubleshooting skills and HVAC knowledge
- Valid driver’s license
Why Work With Us
- Sign-On Bonus up to $5,000
- Steady residential work
- Backed by Ace Hardware’s stability and resources
- Supportive leadership that understands the trade
Why should you join our team?
We live our values - W.E.L.I.G.H.T (Winning, Excellence, Love, Integrity, Gratitude, Humility, and Teamwork). Gratitude. Humility. Love. You don’t often see values like these in most corporate statements, but Ace Hardware Home Services, Inc. is different. These things are important to us. They represent our commitment to the company, our employees, and to the Ace brand.
In addition to providing our employees a great culture, we offer competitive benefits* that address life’s necessities and perks, many of which expand and improve year after year, including:
- Incentive/Commission/Bonus opportunities (Based on role / grade level)
- 401(k) retirement savings plan with matching company contributions, eligible on your first day!
- Comprehensive health coverage (medical, dental, vision, company paid short-term disability, and long-term disability) and life insurance benefits for you and your dependents.
- Warehouse Merchandise Discount!
- Paid time off & paid holidays (depending on role and month of hire)
- Career Growth & opportunities within several channels (Plumbing, Heating, Cooling, Electrical, Handyman, Customer Service and others). Your career at Ace is more than just a job. It’s a chance to be part of something meaningful. We help locally-owned businesses thrive and make an impact in their communities.
- You are joining a team that’s committed to your success and invested in your future. We provide the tools, hands-on training, formal education, and coaching to help you become a trusted expert in your craft, grow your career, and make a meaningful impact serving co-workers, customers, and your community.
- Robust Employee Assistance Program, which will provide professional assistance for personal, legal, financial, work, childcare and elder care support.
Benefits are provided in compliance with applicable laws, plans and policies.
About Ace Hardware Home Services, Inc.
Ace Hardware has been serving neighbors throughout America for over 100 years. Ace launched Ace Hardware Home Services Inc. and is now Bringing Helpful to Your Home℠. Ace Hardware Home Services offers a wide range of residential maintenance and home repair services including plumbing, heating, cooling, electrical, handyman and painting with the signature Ace Helpful service our customers know. Helpful is what we do – and Ace is on a Mission to be the best, most trusted provider of home preservation services.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Ace Hardware Home Services, Inc. is committed to a policy of promoting equal employment opportunities. The company recognizes the importance of diversity and leveraging the skills and talents of all people to the mutual advantage of each individual and the organization. The company is committed to the prevention of employment discrimination related to race, religion, color, sex (including sexual harassment), gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, disability and military or veteran status, sexual orientation or any other action covered by federal or applicable state/local laws.
Disclaimers
The pay range for this position starts as listed in the job posting but could be higher based on education and experience. Please note, compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each opening. We take into consideration the minimum requirements outlined in the job description, such as an individual’s education, training and experience, the position’s work location, required travel (if any), and external market conditions when determining the final salary for potential new hires.
Be aware that salary estimates published via alternate online job boards may not be a true representation of the actual pay range offered for this position. Please refer to the Ace Hardware Home Services position description for the accurate starting pay range information and feel free to discuss this with a Talent Acquisition professional if you are chosen to move forward with an interview.
This written “Position Description” is not intended to cover all aspects of the position listed. It is meant to cover the basic/general essential job functions of a particular position. Ace Hardware Home Services reserves the right to change job duties, including essential job functions, according to business necessity.
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.
Notice to Philadelphia, PA candidates: When reviewing a post-offer background check, we will conduct an individualized assessment based on the applicant or employee’s specific record and the duties and requirements of the specific job.
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Certify Your Technical Credentials Before Applying
Ace Hardware Service Tech roles often require demonstrable equipment repair skills. Get any manufacturer certifications or trade credentials documented before you apply so your qualifications are immediately clear to hiring managers reviewing your sponsorship eligibility.
Target Franchised Locations With Repair Programs
Not every Ace Hardware location runs a full service and repair program. Focus your search on corporate-affiliated or larger franchise stores that advertise repair services, since those locations are far more likely to have the headcount budget and HR infrastructure to file a sponsorship petition.
Raise Visa Status Early in Recruiter Conversations
Ace Hardware store managers often make hiring decisions before HR reviews sponsorship feasibility. Flag your work authorization needs in your first recruiter conversation so the right people are looped in before an offer is extended, avoiding last-minute complications.
Align Your Degree Field With the Job Description
For H-1B sponsorship, USCIS requires that your degree field directly relates to the specialty occupation. Service Tech roles grounded in electronics, mechanical engineering, or applied technology support that link. Make sure your resume explicitly connects your academic background to the technical duties in the posting.
Understand the PERM Timeline for Permanent Roles
If Ace Hardware offers EB-2 or EB-3 sponsorship, the DOL PERM labor certification process typically runs six months to over a year before an immigrant petition can be filed. Build that timeline into your employment planning so your OPT or H-1B status stays valid throughout.
Use Migrate Mate to Find Sponsoring Locations
Service Tech openings at Ace Hardware are spread across franchise and corporate locations nationwide. Use Migrate Mate to filter specifically for Service Tech postings at Ace Hardware that are open to visa sponsorship, so you're applying where authorization is actually on the table.
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Find Service Tech at Ace Hardware JobsFrequently Asked Questions
Does Ace Hardware sponsor H-1B visas for Service Techs?
Yes, Ace Hardware has sponsored H-1B visas for technical roles including Service Tech positions. Sponsorship availability varies by location, since many Ace Hardware stores are independently franchised. Corporate-affiliated and larger franchise locations with dedicated repair programs are your strongest targets. Confirming sponsorship willingness early in the process saves time for both sides.
Which visa types are commonly used for Service Tech roles at Ace Hardware?
H-1B is the most common nonimmigrant route for Service Tech roles that meet USCIS specialty occupation standards. F-1 OPT and CPT are practical options for recent graduates entering technical positions. TN visas are available for Canadian and Mexican nationals in qualifying engineering or technical occupations. For long-term paths, Ace Hardware has also supported EB-2 and EB-3 Green Card sponsorship for technical staff.
What qualifications and experience does Ace Hardware expect for Service Tech roles?
Ace Hardware Service Tech positions typically require hands-on experience with small engine repair, power tools, or mechanical equipment. Relevant certifications from manufacturers like Husqvarna, STIHL, or Milwaukee Tool strengthen your application considerably. A background in electronics, mechanical technology, or a related applied field supports both the hiring decision and any H-1B specialty occupation determination USCIS will review.
How do I apply for Service Tech jobs at Ace Hardware?
You can browse current Service Tech openings through Migrate Mate, which filters Ace Hardware listings by visa sponsorship availability so you're only looking at roles where international candidates are actively considered. Apply directly through the store or corporate portal with a resume that highlights your technical certifications and relevant repair experience alongside your visa status, so hiring managers have the full picture upfront.
How do I plan my timeline if Ace Hardware is sponsoring my Green Card?
Green Card sponsorship through EB-2 or EB-3 requires DOL PERM labor certification before USCIS can adjudicate an immigrant petition. The PERM stage alone runs roughly six months to over a year. If you're currently on H-1B, file extensions well in advance and work with Ace Hardware's HR team to ensure filings are submitted before your authorized period expires.
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