Apprentice Technician - Austin TX

Trane Technologies • Austin, TX

1d • Onsite

About The Position

At Trane TechnologiesTM 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.
Are you dreaming about a career that offers excellent pay, great benefits, job security and variety in your daily work? Look no further than a career with Trane Technologies, a worldwide leader in HVAC and Building Automation.
Trane Technologies is currently seeking a Commercial HVAC Apprentice.
In this role, you will leverage your HVAC skills to troubleshoot, diagnose and service a variety of commercial and industrial HVAC equipment.
If you have 2+ years of experience working with commercial HVAC equipment, Trane wants to hear from you!
What’s in it for you:
Be a part of our mission! As a world leader in creating comfortable, sustainable, and efficient environments, it’s our responsibility to put the planet first. For us at Trane Technologies, sustainability is not just how we do business—it is our business. Do you dare to look at the world's challenges and see impactful possibilities? Do you want to contribute to making a better future? If the answer is yes, we invite you to consider joining us in boldly challenging what’s possible for a sustainable world.
As a HVAC Technician Apprentice, you will be primarily responsible for assisting seasoned Service Technicians in the installation and repair of environmental control systems, utilizing knowledge of refrigeration theory, control systems, pipe fitting, and structural layouts. Trane Technologies affords you the opportunity to work directly for a leading manufacturer, giving you access to technical support, training on the newest technology and comprehensive career paths with opportunity for growth.
Why Trane Technologies Is The Best Company for HVAC Field Technician Apprentices:
Trane is recognized worldwide as the brand standard for HVAC and Building Controls Systems
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
Where is the work:
Work will be performed in Austin, TX, and the surrounding areas. Prioritize engaging with customers. When not directly interacting with customers, collaborate with colleagues in your office.

Requirements

• A High School Diploma, GED or equivalent experience
• 2+ years of experience servicing, troubleshooting and maintaining commercial HVAC equipment
• Operating knowledge of Microsoft office and comfortable with hand-held devices (i.e. Smartphone, iPad)
• A valid driver’s license, with no major or frequent traffic violations
• Ability to work on-call rotation and/or overtime to support the business, including occasional overnight stays
• 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
• This role has been designated by the Company as Safety Sensitive

Nice To Haves

• EPA Certification Preferred

Responsibilities

• Start-up and commissioning of our Trane controls and HVAC equipment
• Troubleshooting, diagnosing and repairing commercial HVAC equipment such as split systems, package units, and chillers and/or ancillary supporting components such as pumps, cooling towers, etc.
• Troubleshooting and repairing building control systems; optimizing controls and equipment for better usage by owner
• Performing replacements and modifications of HVAC equipment or systems as needed or requested

Benefits

• 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 This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED