HVAC Apprentice / Service Trainee

Job Description

Job Description

Colonial Plumbing Heating Air in Colonial Heights, VA is looking to hire a full-time entry-level HVAC Apprentice / Service Trainee to assist our experienced techs and help facilitate an effective operation. Do you have a mechanical aptitude? Are you looking to start a successful and stable career in an important industry? Would you like to join a company that strives to help employees become successful? If so, please read on!This entry-level HVAC apprenticeship position earns a competitive wage of $16 - $27/hour. We provide a great team and environment that enables growth and advancement! If this sounds like the right entry-level HVAC apprenticeship opportunity for you, apply today! ABOUT COLONIAL PLUMBING HEATING AIRColonial Plumbing Heating Air is a full-service plumbing, heating, and cooling company dedicated to handling our customers' home and commercial service needs. From furnace and AC maintenance to whole-home repiping and water heater installation, we focus on providing tailored solutions for each customer's unique circumstances. We are dedicated to providing more than just plumbing, heating, and cooling services. We know our customers by name and have their best interests in mind.We know that our employees are the foundation of our success. This is why we offer competitive compensation and excellent benefits. Here at Colonial Plumbing Heating Air, we truly value our team members so no one is just a number to us. A DAY IN THE LIFE OF AN HVAC APPRENTICE / SERVICE TRAINEEIn this HVAC apprenticeship, you work directly with service technicians, service managers, installers, install managers, dispatchers, and other managers to ensure customer satisfaction while meeting goals and key performance objectives (KPOs). You assist technicians and installers with the repair, installation, and maintenance of ductwork, piping, wiring, and equipment on all our projects. This includes mounting and building support for piping and equipment. Every day, you come to work ready to learn and improve your skills by actively listening, observing, and participating.Maintaining a small tool and equipment case, you keep all materials, tools, and equipment in an orderly fashion. You keep our shop, job sites, and vehicles clean and organized. Additionally, you help maintain assigned vehicles by performing daily operational checks. As a trainee, you also continue to attend required vocational school and classroom instruction to learn more about this trade every day. You maintain safe work habits, submit paperwork on a timely basis, and help out wherever you can. You enjoy learning important skills and building a strong career! QUALIFICATIONS FOR AN HVAC APPRENTICE / SERVICE TRAINEEHigh school diploma or equivalentEnrollment in an apprenticeship program recognized by the State of Virginia, which our team can also help you to obtainBasic knowledge of electrical principles, refrigeration principles, service tools, and testing devicesValid driver's license, insurance, and a good driving recordAbility to meet the physical demands typical of this position, work on ladders, and operate tools safelyAre you willing to learn new things and improve your skills? Can you work well with others? Do you have excellent communication skills? Are you detail-oriented and organized? Can you invest real time and effort into your training and classes? Do you have a personable and friendly demeanor that will allow you to provide great customer service? Are you someone who presents themselves professionally? If yes, you might just be perfect for this entry-level position! WORK SCHEDULE FOR AN HVAC APPRENTICE / SERVICE TRAINEEThis HVAC apprenticeship is full-time and typically works from 7 AM to 4 PM, Monday to Friday. As we offer 24-hour service, there will be overtime, weekend, and on-call work.There are four years of HVAC apprenticeship training and study. Completing 2,000 hours of on-the-job training and attending 144 hours of classroom instruction each year is required. You must also maintain a minimum passing grade of 70. ARE YOU READY TO JOIN OUR TEAM?If you feel that you would be right for this entry-level HVAC Apprentice / Service Trainee job, please fill out our initial 3-minute, mobile-friendly application. We look forward to meeting you!Location: 23834