I applied in-person. I interviewed at Aire Serv (Pasadena, CA)
Interview
Straight forward. Asked typical questions of previous jobs, recommendations, compatibility. Technical experience over the phone, followed by an in person interview, no tech test, although they do it now. Then an unpaid-paid ride-a-long with another technician for one day.
I applied through an employee referral. I interviewed at Aire Serv (Watertown, NY) in May 2014
Interview
Met at a coffee shop with the office manager (never with the owner, who supposedly made the final decision) talked briefly about my experience and the rest about how this specific location became an Aire Serv franchise and why. It was mostly about the company and not a whole lot about me.