Lakeshore Heating & Cooling is hiring for two HVAC roles in Lake County

Lakeshore Heating & Cooling is adding a full-time installer and an apprentice/helper to support HVAC work across Mentor, Eastlake, Madison and greater Lake County, Ohio. The openings pair paid training and overtime eligibility with a defined path from apprentice to lead installer.

Why it matters: - Lakeshore Heating & Cooling is opening paid career paths in a trade facing steady demand for skilled labor. - The hiring push gives both experienced HVAC workers and entry-level applicants a way into full-time field work in Lake County, Ohio. - The company is offering ongoing training and advancement from apprentice to installer to lead installer.

What happened: - Lakeshore Heating & Cooling is hiring for two full-time HVAC positions tied to installation work in Mentor, Eastlake, Madison and throughout Lake County, Ohio. - The openings are for an HVAC Installer and an Install Apprentice/Helper. - Both roles are overtime eligible and include ongoing training. - The family behind the company has HVAC roots in Lake County dating back to 1965.

The details: - The HVAC Installer role floats to service calls when needed, giving the job more variety. - The installer pay range is $22 to $28 per hour, based on experience. - The installer role requires 1–2 or more years of HVAC installation experience. - EPA 608 certification is preferred, or required within 90 days. - Applicants for the installer role need a valid driver’s license and an insurable driving record. - The Install Apprentice/Helper role pays $18 to $22 per hour. - No prior experience is required for the apprentice/helper position. - The apprentice/helper role calls for mechanical ability and a willingness to learn. - Applicants for the apprentice/helper role also need a valid driver’s license and an insurable driving record. - Lakeshore Heating & Cooling describes a progression of Apprentice, Installer, then Lead Installer. - Team members may receive a company van for applicable employees. - The jobs are full-time and overtime eligible. - Both roles require applicants to be able to lift 75 pounds. - Applicants must be able to work in attics, crawlspaces and on ladders. - Applicants must be able to work in various weather conditions. - A background check and drug test are required before hire. - Applicants can apply by emailing lakeshorecooling@gmail.com or calling 440-944-0072. - The company serves Eastlake, Mentor, Madison and communities throughout Lake County, Ohio. - The business was founded in 2015 after the family’s earlier trade work began in 1965 with Mentor Shore Heating & Air Conditioning. - Lakeshore Heating & Cooling provides furnace, heat pump, air conditioning, ductless mini split and indoor air quality services. - The company also offers installation, repair and maintenance. - Licensed and insured technicians work from offices in Eastlake, Mentor and Madison. - The company provides upfront pricing before work begins and offers Cool Friends Maintenance Plans. - Lakeshore Heating & Cooling says it holds 5.0 ratings on Google, Facebook, Yelp, Angi and Thumbtack. - Social links listed in the release point to LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook, YouTube, TikTok and X.

Between the lines: - The hiring mix suggests Lakeshore Heating & Cooling wants both immediate production capacity and a pipeline for future technicians. - The apprentice opening lowers the barrier for people without HVAC experience, while the installer role targets workers who can contribute faster. - The Lake County roots and multi-generation story position the company as a local employer with long-term ties to the market.

What's next: - Interested candidates can reach out by phone or email to apply. - New hires will likely move into field work that includes installation support and, for some workers, service calls. - Ongoing training is expected to support advancement along the company’s installer track.