Our HVAC Experts in Citrus Heights, CA
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Jake Buckley
Owner & General Manager
Jake feels the most important thing is to make sure everyone has the proper training and materials to satisfy customers. 100% Satisfaction is when customers are so happy they refer Buckley’s to friends and family. Jake has three young daughters so during his free time you’ll find him immersed in activities like bike rides, soccer and cheer.
Jonny Velasquez
Maintenance Technician
Johnny brings a friendly, honest approach to every HVAC visit and enjoys reconnecting with customers while sharing helpful tips. To him, great service means treating every customer like part of the Buckley family. With a background in corporate security and executive protection, he brings discipline, trust, and professionalism to the job. Off the clock, Johnny loves spending time outdoors with his wife and two kids, Wyatt and Kyleigh—whether it’s at a rodeo, monster truck rally, or out fishing.
Bill Kenealey
Maintenance Technician
Bill enjoys the variety and challenge of his role at Buckley, from troubleshooting vintage systems from the 1950s to working on the latest computer-controlled HVAC technology. For him, the most important part of the job is finding the simplest, most effective solutions to every issue he encounters. To Bill, 100% customer satisfaction means leaving every job with all questions answered and every concern fully addressed. His background in IT helps him diagnose complex systems quickly and gives him a strong advantage when working on the newest computer-controlled equipment. When he’s not on the job, Bill spends most of his time with his wife and daughter. He also pursues many hobbies, including woodworking, vehicle repair, photography, electronics, and computers.
Ben R.
Installer
Meet Ben, an HVAC installer dedicated to enhancing people’s comfort and quality of life through his skills. He takes great pride in delivering precise, efficient work while ensuring customers are happy, informed, and left with a clean space. With extensive experience and a “no task is too challenging” mindset, Ben tackles every project with resilience and technical expertise. His friendly, approachable nature makes him a trusted resource for clients, always ready to answer questions and go the extra mile.
Kenny Randell
Comfort Consultant
Kenny takes pride in working at Buckley’s, a company built on honesty, integrity, and putting employees and customers first. For him, the most important part of his job is meeting customer needs through sales and ensuring 100% satisfaction from start to finish. Inspired by his father’s 30+ years in sales, Kenny shaped his own career by listening and learning from those experiences. Outside of work, he enjoys playing Texas Hold ’Em, Magic: The Gathering, and spending time with his wife and their three dogs—two Frenchies, Bandit and Rogue, and one Mastiff, Grizzly.
Steven Dunlay
Installer
Steven finds true satisfaction in completing each job the right way and seeing the gratitude of Buckley’s customers. For him, the most important part of his role is delivering high-quality installs that bring comfort and peace of mind to homeowners. His background in contracting gave him valuable experience with tools and power equipment, which he now uses daily in his work. Outside of Buckley, Steven enjoys fishing in the Tahoe area, spending time outdoors, and playing video games with friends.
Bradley
Technician
Bradley is a dedicated HVAC technician with a passion for providing quality service and ensuring customer satisfaction. With a primary focus on knowledge and safety, Bradley strives to deliver exactly what customers want and need, without any compromise. His commitment to honesty and thoroughness allows customers to have peace of mind knowing they are receiving top-notch service without any hassle or deception.
Gina
Office Administration
What Gina loves most about working at Buckley’s is building strong connections with both her team and customers. For her, the most important part of the job is maintaining clear communication and consistent follow-ups, ensuring every customer feels valued and respected. She defines 100% satisfaction as responding promptly, treating customers with care, and giving them confidence that their HVAC system is in good hands from installation to long-term maintenance.
Bethany
Office Administration
Meet Bethany! She loves being part of the Buckley’s team, where both her coworkers and customers make every day enjoyable. Her top priority is making sure every customer feels heard, understood, and confident in their HVAC choices. With experience managing a chiropractic office, navigating military family life, and organizing homes and offices, Bethany brings calm, organization, and compassion to her role.
Kyle
Technician
Kyle appreciates the family-style environment at Buckley and the willingness of others to teach him new things along the way. He sees climate control as more than just a comfort issue in some cases, it can be critical for life. Because of that, he focuses on making sure systems are working properly and repaired quickly when needed.
Kyle describes satisfaction as making sure the customer is happier after he leaves than when he arrived. His past experiences with other technicians shaped how he interacts with customers, helping him avoid making anyone feel pressured or uncomfortable.
When he’s not working, Kyle spends his time at home with his kids and family.
John
Installer
John thrives in Buckley’s challenging environment and values the deep well of experience he can draw from. He makes customer health and comfort his top priority and aims to leave homes cleaner and more comfortable than when he arrived; he even likes hearing “wow, that’s cold” after a day of ductwork. John grew up on his grandfather’s farm, where he learned the value of hard work and perseverance. When he’s not working, he plays video games and spends time with friends.
