HVAC Apprentice

HVAC ApprenticeJoin Tom's Mechanical, where each day brings purpose and belonging. Make a difference, one repair at a time. At Tom's we focus on helping you achieve career goals while providing you with great benefits.We believe in caring for our customers first and our quality employees are key to maximizing great customer service. Our culture is highly valuable to us, and that is why we enjoy coming to work every day. We invest in our employees with training, career development and more.We are currently seeking highly motivated HVAC Apprentice candidates who strives to prove their value to the company and appreciate this incredible opportunity to learn the HVAC skilled trade through Tom's on-the-job training and instructions. We are constantly seeking Super Stars to present to our customers. We look for those who have great customer service skills, a positive attitude, and dedication to quality work. We hire individuals who take pride in working for Tom's, where employees feel they are a part of the Tom's family.If you are a professional, personable, and passionate about assisting customers and allowing them to fully enjoy the comfort of having their heating and air conditioners working at quality performance, stop looking for your next job and apply for your career with Tom's today.Benefits:Health, Vision, & Dental InsuranceVacation (Annually)6 Paid HolidaysFlex BenefitsMatching Simple IRA (Individual Retirement Account)UniformsCompany Vehicle (Provided to Technician Positions)Company-Paid $25,000 Life Insurance PolicyWe invest in our employees with training, career development and more.Our Christmas party is phenomenal and a favorite of our employees. We really have a great environment here and it shows every day. Come join our team today!Job Summary:The HVAC Apprentice is a position designed to provide recent graduates with on-the-job training and instruction over a reasonable time period which allows this apprentice to become an effective HVAC technician. This role will work under an experienced HVAC expert, who seeks to demonstrate, train, mentor, and supervise the individual in this position. The apprentice will have an opportunity to work in each HVAC division including residential installation, residential service, commercial installation, and commercial service. This will give the apprentice a better idea of which career route to pursue. After the probationary apprentice period, once placed in a specific division, you will be trained in detail all aspects of that position. After which you will be placed in your own service van.Job Description:Services, maintains, and repairs residential and commercial HVAC systems under experienced HVAC Technician supervisionLearns to determine general condition of HVAC systems, troubleshoots HVAC malfunctions, and determines extent of necessary repairs, under the guidance of an experienced HVAC TechnicianAlways maintains a neat work area and inspects that area for cleanliness after completion of each jobConveys a safety-conscious attitude, both on the job and while drivingWears floor savers while in the client's homeHelps maintains company vehicle, ensures that it is always clean on both the inside and the outsidePerforms other related duties, as requiredRequired Skills/Abilities:Professional and courteous verbal and written communication skillsFirst-rate interpersonal and customer service skillsExcellent attention to detailGood driving record with continual ability to pass our driving record for insurability purposesSolid time management skills with ability to meet deadlinesStrong problem-solving skillsAbility to prioritize tasksAbility to function well in a high-paced, demanding, and/or strenuous environmentFrom interview to last day of employment, the ability to pass a 10-panel drug screenContinual ability to pass a background clearance verificationNeat and clean appearance during working hoursAbility to successfully read, write, type, and calculate, as neededStrong work ethic and behaviorMaintaining a safe working environmentEducation and Experience:Must be at least 18 years of age, due to insurance coverage needsOne year of experience in construction, maintenance, or other trades setting; andHigh School Diploma, GED and/or a certification from an accredited technical school, or any equivalent combination of experience, training and/or education approved by Tom's Management Team.Successful applicants will need to pass a background and drug screening.Must have a current, valid Texas Driver's License (with a clear or near clear driving record)Current TDLR, and EPA certificationCandidates are encouraged to provide a letter of recommendation from former employers and/or instructors.Physical Requirements:Must be able to: Bend or twist body, 90 degrees in either directionStand on all surfaces for long periods of timeWork in tight, uncomfortable spaces such as hot atticsSquat and touch floor with handsUse hands to handle, control or feel objects, tools and/or controlsClimb ladder, scaffolds and/or poles safelyUse repetitive motionsWalk and/or run for long periods of timeLift up to 50 lbs., in addition to body weightReach over head with easeAccess rooftops with extension or fixed ladders at heights of up to 50 feet, as neededComplete job with safety in mind for all involved and communicate any issues to the assigned SME that could lead to safety concerns prior to completing tasksMust be able to physically climb ladders and lift/pull 60 lbs.Work long hours during peak heating and cooling seasons, including extreme heat, extreme cold, and inclement weatherEqual Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.