HVAC Apprentice Technician - Kingsport, TN

At Trane TechnologiesTM and through our businesses including Trane® and Thermo King®, we create innovative climate solutions for buildings, homes, and transportation that challenge what’s possible for a sustainable world. We're a team that dares to look at the world's challenges and see impactful possibilities. We believe in a better future when we uplift others and enable our people to thrive at work and at home. We boldly go.

Job Summary:

Are you dreaming about a career that offers excellent pay, great benefits, job security and variety in your daily work? Look no further than a career with Trane Technologies, a worldwide leader in HVAC and Building Automation.

Trane Technologies is currently seeking a Commercial HVAC Apprentice Technician.

As a HVAC Apprentice Technician, you will be primarily responsible for assisting seasoned Service Technicians in the installation and repair of environmental control systems, utilizing knowledge of refrigeration theory, control systems, pipe fitting, and structural layouts. Trane Technologies affords you the opportunity to work directly for a leading manufacturer, giving you access to technical support, training on the newest technology and comprehensive career paths with opportunity for growth.

Work arrangement: Remote within geography. You will be dispatched from your house to different locations in and around the Kingsport, TN area to perform your work.

Why Trane Is The Best Company For Apprentices:

• Competitive Pay: Highly competitive and comprehensive total compensation program. Overtime opportunities are available.
• Full Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, 401k with up to 6% matching, core company contribution of 2%, 9 paid holidays, 3 floating holidays, 15 days of vacation time, and more!
• Career Advancement: opportunities for career development and promotions as well as a tuition coverage for industry certifications and education.
• Mentors – You’ll shadow or be paired with committed mentors who will provide you with the support you need to learn and grow your HVAC knowledge and abilities.
• Perks: Newer company vehicle, gas card, high speed laptop, smartphone, tools provided, uniforms, PPE and safety boot allowance.
  
  

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Ensure customer satisfaction by servicing products, equipment, and systems at customer’s locations to include: identifying, examining, diagnosing, and planning for equipment repair.
• Work with supervising field technician, project manager and customers to precisely understand requirements for all on-site installations such as: forecasting issues, gathering materials and synchronizing on-site work.
• Use cutting edge software and technology, a variety of hand-tools, and blueprints / engineering specifications to diagnose and repair units.
• Continually enforce safety to the highest standards and maintains security and accountability of company issued and procured assets.
• You will have the opportunity for consideration for our unique, highly sought after Trane Commercial HVAC Technician Apprenticeship Program (TAP). This is a robust, four-year apprenticeship program Nationally Registered through the US department of Labor for aspiring technicians in the United States that includes paid instruction time and on-the-job training.
• When a part of the program, program participants are paired with dedicated mentors who help participa At Trane Technologies™ and through our businesses including Trane® and Thermo King®, we create innovative climate solutions for buildings, homes, and transportation that challenge what’s possible for a sustainable world. We're a team that dares to look at the world's challenges and see impactful possibilities. We believe in a better future when we uplift others and enable our people to thrive at work and at home. We boldly go.
  
  

Why Trane Technologies Is The Best Company for HVAC Controls Service Technicians:

• Trane is recognized worldwide as the brand standard for HVAC and Building Controls Systems
• Trane is committed to your safety and has a world class safety program with continuous training for their associates
• Highly competitive and comprehensive total compensation program including total cash compensation, benefits, holiday and vacation
• Dedicated to a military friendly environment (Veterans are highly encouraged to apply)
• Unlimited opportunities for career development and promotions
• Determined focus to be the employer of choice in our industry (we want to be the company where everyone wants to work)
• World Class continuing education, featuring Manufacturer (OEM) Level Training
• Company-wide commitment to promoting a strong work/life balance
• Organizational encouragement of community involvement and sustainability (green initiatives)
• Late model, clean, and dependable company vehicle, high speed laptop, uniforms, and smart phone
  
  

Job Summary:

• In this extremely unique role blending your HVAC and Controls knowledge, you will be responsible for starting and commissioning new systems, diagnosing, and repair of environmental-control systems, utilizing knowledge of electronics, direct digital control, airflow, refrigeration theory, and control and mechanical techniques in diverse commercial settings.
• Represents the company by serving as the direct customer contact and is responsible for servicing products and equipment on assigned projects, ensuring customer satisfaction by identifying, diagnosing and repairing equipment and systems at customer’s location.
• Coordinates with team leader and customer to precisely understand requirements for all on-site installation and repairs by forecasting issues, gathering materials and synchronizing on-site work.
• Keeps current on Trane products concerning installation, operation, maintenance, service, and repair of direct digital control systems.
• Continually enforces safety to the highest standards and maintains security and accountability of company issued and procured assets by recording use, wear and conditions.
• Displays team effort and dedication to customer by maintaining flexibility to work overtime and weeks as the business requires, including occasional overnight stays.
  
  

What’s In It For You:

• Thrive at work and at home… Benefits kick in on DAY ONE for you and your family, including health insurance, and holistic wellness programs that include generous incentives – WE DARE TO CARE!
• Family building benefits include fertility coverage and adoption/surrogacy assistance.
• 401K match up to 6%, plus an additional 2% core contribution = up to 8% company contribution.
• Paid Time off with up to 9 paid holidays,15 vacation days and paid leave in support of volunteer and parental leave needs.
• A regular schedule (with overtime opportunities) and most workdays you’ll be dispatched from your house.
• Educational and training opportunities through company programs to keep you on top of technical innovations including Manufacturer (OEM) Level Training along with tuition assistance, and student debt support.
• Knowledge support from the factory a nationwide communications hub so that you have what you need to get the job done right the first time.
• Premium equipment such as a late model, clean, and dependable company vehicle, high speed laptop, smartphone, specialized tools, uniforms, PPE and safety boot allowance.
• Learn more about our benefits here!
  
  

Where Is The Work:

This position has been designated as On-Site.

What You Will Bring:

• A High School Diploma or equivalent required, and typically at least 3-5 years of experience in HVAC/Controls. Technical School or formal training is preferred.
• Niagra experience strongly preferred
• Operating knowledge of Microsoft office software and working proficiency with hand held computer (i.e. Smartphone, iPad).
• Must possess a valid driver’s license for a minimum of 12 months, with no major or frequent traffic violations including, but not limited to:
• DUI, Hit & Run, License Suspension, Reckless / Careless Driving or multiple smaller infractions or preventable collisions in the previous 3 years.
• Previous experience with DDC controls system preferred.
• EPA preferred
  
  

Additional Requirements And Environmental Exposure

• Must be able to safely and legally operate a vehicle using a seat belt
• Must be able to wear helmets, safety goggles, fall protection harness and safety boots to safely perform job duties
• Must be able to twist the trunk of your body 90 degrees in each direction
• Must be able to squat and touch the floor with both hands
• Must be able to reach your hands over your head
• Must be able to stand on concrete surfaces for extended periods, routinely up to 4 hours
• This position is highly physical and requires regular use of hands, fingers, walking, stooping, kneeling and climbing ladders. It requires employees to regularly lift and or move up to 10 lbs. and frequently lift and/or move up to 40 lbs. (may occasionally lift and/or move more than 40 lbs with special approval.)
• Must be able to safely use a ladder with a 375 lb. total weight limit, while wearing equipment weighing up to 50 lbs.
• Must be able to maneuver access areas, as small as 30” vertical x 45” horizontal
• Must be able to comfortably and routinely access rooftops with extension and/or fixed ladders at heights of 15’ to 20’, and occasionally, up to 50 feet
• This role may be exposed to variable weather conditions, moving mechanical parts, heights, risk of electrical shock, noisy operating equipment and other variable environmental conditions based on location
  
  

Compensation:

Base Pay Range: $30 - 50 per hour depending on experience.

This position has been designated by the company as Safety Sensitive.

Disclaimer: This base pay range is based on US national averages. Actual base pay could be a result of seniority, merit, geographic location where the work is performed.

Equal Employment Opportunity:

We offer competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits and programs. We are an equal opportunity employer; all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, pregnancy, age, marital status, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any legally protected status.

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