At Trane Technologies^TM 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 Apprentices:

• Trane is recognized worldwide as the brand standard for HVAC and Building Controls Systems
• 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, and smart phone

Job Summary： 

As a HVAC Apprentice on our Rental Services team, you will be primarily responsible for assisting HVAC Technicians in the daily maintenance, repair, operation and inspection of rental equipment, utilizing knowledge of refrigeration theory, control systems, pipe fitting, and structural layouts. 

Trane affords you the opportunity to work directly for a leading manufacture giving you access to technical support, training on newest technology and comprehensive career paths with opportunity for growth. You must have the ability to comprehend rental modifications and application needs. In addition you will use, care, and operate heavy equipment such as forklifts, cranes and switcher trucks. 

You must be available to participate in an on-call rotation to support rental operations. It is essential that you be able to handle other situations that may be required to maintain a smooth and continuous operation of the facility. 

Finally, you will function as a team member to help with project installations. In this position, you will establish & maintain a positive relationship with customers, vendors and co-workers through effective oral and written communication skills via phone, computer, and face to face.

Responsibilities: 

• Responsible for supporting the Team Leader with rental fleet maintenance activities, safety/housekeeping, and job order fulfillment.
• Represents the company with direct customer contact and under direction from the HVAC Technician, assists in servicing products and equipment on assigned projects and ensuring customer satisfaction.
• Coordinates with HVAC Technician to ensure rental equipment preparation and readiness for customers and delivery of parts to job sites, as necessary.
• In addition to helping with other duties at the depot, you may perform vehicle maintenance, as necessary.
• 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 (20 to 25 % Travel).

Qualifications:

• A High School Diploma or equivalent is required. Some experience in the HVAC industry; or education (Technical School) is preferred.
• Experience with 480V/208V electricity and experience using a Multi Meter
• LOTO (Lock out Tag out) Experience Required
• Knowledge of pumps, Transformers and Testing to ensure operation
• Cooling Tower Experience preferred
• Experience Cleaning Condenser Coils preferred
• Operating knowledge of Microsoft office software and working proficiency with hand held computer (i.e. Smartphone, iPad)
• Universal EPA Certification Preferred

Key Competencies: 

• 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

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.