Apprentice-Technician

Trane Italia•Quebec, QC

58d•Hybrid

About The Position

As a world leader in creating comfortable, sustainable, and efficient climate solutions for buildings, homes and transportation, Trane Technologies is committed to putting the planet first, with sustainability being integral to their business. This Apprentice-Technician role serves as the primary service and maintenance contact for Trane Technologies customers across a diverse commercial base, including Healthcare, Process Manufacturing Facilities, Education Institutions, and Office Complexes. The position involves commissioning, troubleshooting, repairing, and starting up HVAC systems in a commercial environment, requiring knowledge of air conditioning theory, pipe fitting, and mechanical layouts. This role offers the opportunity to collaborate with internal and external partners on projects ranging from new facility setups to existing facility retrofits. Working directly for a leading manufacturer, the technician will benefit from access to technical support, training on the newest technology, and comprehensive career paths with opportunities for growth. The work schedule is primarily onsite Monday to Thursday, with Fridays offering flexibility in work location.

Requirements

A High School Diploma or equivalent required
Typically 5 plus years of experience in HVAC
Operating knowledge of Microsoft office software
Working proficiency with hand held computer (i.e. Smartphone, iPad)
Must possess a valid driver’s license for a minimum of 12 months, with no major or frequent traffic violations including, but not limited to: DUI, Hit & Run, License Suspension, Reckless / Careless Driving or multiple smaller infractions or preventable collisions in the previous 3 years
EPA Certification
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
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 350 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 +

Nice To Haves

Technical School or formal training is preferred

Responsibilities

Coordinates with team leader/project manager and customer to precisely understand requirements for all on-site installation and repairs by forecasting issues, gathering materials and synchronizing on-site work.
Represents the company by serving as the direct customer contact and is responsible for products and equipment on assigned projects, ensuring customer satisfaction by identifying, diagnosing and repairing equipment and systems at customer’s location.
Uses cutting edge software and technology, along with a variety of hand-tools, following blueprints or engineering specifications, to diagnose and repair units.
Displays team effort and dedication to customer by maintaining flexibility to work overtime and weekends as the business requires, including occasional overnight stays.
Continually enforces safety to the highest standards and maintains security and accountability of company issued and procured assets by recording use, wear and conditions.
Commissioning, troubleshooting, repairing, and starting up HVAC systems in a commercial environment.