Apprentice Technician

HVAC Apprentice

A HVAC Apprentice performs general labor and assistance under the direction of the Senior HVAC Technician to perform daily job requirements. Must maintain a positive attitude and image to function effectively in a team oriented customer service environment. Must exhibit creativity in problem solving, initiative, good communication skills, ability to organize, the ability to work under time constraints and a willingness to improve knowledge and skills.

Job Functions and Responsibilities

- Assist in routine repair, service and maintenance of HVAC and Refrigeration equipment

- Perform all tasks in a safe manner with adherence to Dowling Corporation Safety Policy using company provided PPE

- Use of power tools, equipment and electronic devices (phones, tablet, computer)

- Load and unload materials, tools and equipment

- Assist in lifting, positioning and securing of equipment and materials during repairs or installation

- Demonstrate focus and effort to gain basic skill set required for position of HVAC technician, including but not limited to, participating in a formal education program or technical school, attending in-house training opportunities or other training opportunities as directed by Service Supervisor.

Position Requirements

- Must obtain necessary licenses when eligible to properly conduct HVAC work

- Able to safely operate a company vehicle and maintain a current driver's license with a satisfactory driving record

- Project a positive attitude towards clients, co-workers, management and job responsibilities

- Exhibit ability to focus on the task at hand and minimize distractions and non-productive work time

- Demonstrate innovation and initiative

- Hard-working, well organized, punctual and dependable

- Maintain a neat and clean appearance

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education:

High school diploma or general education degree (GED) required. Completion or enrollment in secondary HVAC Certificate program or Trade School with intent to complete air conditioning and heating segments.

Language Skills:

Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports, emails, text and other correspondence.

Mathematical Skills:

Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions and decimals. Also be able to interpret graphs and charts.

Reasoning Ability:

Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral or diagram (drawing) form.

Certificates, Licenses and Registrations:

Valid driver's license

EPA Universal refrigerant license (not a pre-requisite)

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to walk, stand, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to use hands to finger, reach, feel and reach with hands and arms. The employee must be able to lift and/or move up to 100 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing essential job functions. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts and outside weather conditions. The employee is frequently exposed to wet and/or humid conditions; high, precarious places; extreme cold and extreme heat. There is a risk an employee could be exposed to fumes or airborne particles; toxic or caustic chemicals and risk of electrical shock. Appropriate PPE and standard safety procedures will be provided to minimize risk in these areas. The noise level in the work environment can be very loud.