HVAC Apprentice Technician - Milwaukee, WI

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Where is the work:

Field-based: Work is conducted on-site at customer locations.

Why Trane Technologies is the Best Company for HVAC Technicians:

• 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
• 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

What you will do:

• 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 participants learn everything they need to know about the HVAC industry. As participants advance through the program, they will receive regular pay increases, and upon successful completion, they'll be awarded with a nationally recognized industry credential and be promoted to a HVAC Service Technician.

What you will bring:

• No Industry Experience Required.
• Technical school certificates and/or formal HVAC training/experience is not required but will be considered when determining proficiency level for the program and starting compensation.
• Must be at least 18 years of age when you start on day 1.
• A High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Must possess a valid driver's license for a minimum of 12 months, with no major or frequent traffic violations in the last 3 years.
• A strong desire to learn a trade and directly impact the world around you.

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., frequently lift and/or move up to 40 lbs. and occasionally lift and/or move more than 40 lbs.
• Must be able to safely use a ladder with a 375 lb. total weight limit, while carrying equipment of 50 lbs. or less
• Must be able to maneuver confined 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

Annual Base Salary Range or Hourly Base Pay Range:

$19.95 - $37.64

Compensation Type:

Hourly

Incentive Eligible:

No

Sales Commission Eligible:

No

Safety Sensitive Role:

Yes

The company designates certain roles as Safety Sensitive. Safety Sensitive roles may require that you pass additional drug screening.

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.