Controls Technician

Trane Italia • Livonia, MI

18d • $31 - $59

About The Position

The Controls Technician installs building automation and temperature control systems and services products and equipment at customer locations. The role uses hand tools and control drawings, plans, and specifications to install conduit, enclosures, wiring, and end devices. It involves preparing for site work, coordinating with customers, colleagues, and other trades, maintaining assigned inventory, company equipment, vehicles, tools, and records, and completing required job documentation. The technician represents the company in direct customer interactions, diagnoses and repairs equipment and systems, keeps current on Trane direct digital control products, and maintains high safety standards. Regular travel is required, with occasional overnight stays; flexibility to work overtime and weeks as business requires is expected.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Typically at least 2–5 years of experience in HVAC/Controls.
• Operating knowledge of Microsoft Office software and working proficiency with a handheld computer, such as a smartphone or iPad.
• Knowledge of low-voltage electricity, electronics including board-level troubleshooting, direct digital controls, and building control techniques.
• Valid driver’s license held for at least 12 months.
• No major or frequent traffic violations, including DUI, hit and run, license suspension, reckless or careless driving, multiple smaller infractions, or preventable collisions in the previous three years.
• Ability to travel regularly, with occasional overnight stays, and work overtime and weeks as business requires.

Nice To Haves

• Technical school or formal training.
• Current or future participation in an ABC electrical apprenticeship program.
• Previous experience with a DDC controls system.

Responsibilities

• Install building automation systems and temperature control systems, including conduit, enclosures, wiring, and end devices.
• Interpret control drawings, plans, and specifications and use a variety of hand tools.
• Prepare for on-site installation by reviewing building layouts, anticipating difficulties, gathering materials, and coordinating work with other trades as necessary.
• Maintain assigned inventory and company equipment, and document related activities.
• Complete job paperwork, including daily time, progress, and duration, maintain files, and submit required reports promptly.
• Serve as a direct customer contact and service products and equipment on assigned projects at customer locations.
• Identify, analyze, diagnose, and repair equipment and systems to ensure customer satisfaction.
• Keep current on Trane products related to direct digital control system installation.
• Inspect vehicles and check vehicle condition and literature supplies.
• Maintain vehicle records, service manuals, and schedules for repairs and maintenance.
• Inspect tools and equipment for signs of wear.
• Enforce safety standards and maintain security and accountability of company-issued and procured assets by recording use, wear, and condition.
• Travel regularly, including occasional overnight stays, and work overtime and weeks as business requires.
• Demonstrate teamwork and dedication to customers while maintaining flexibility.

Benefits

• Health insurance for the employee and family, effective on day one.
• Holistic wellness programs with incentives.
• Fertility coverage and adoption or surrogacy assistance.
• Up to 15 vacation days, paid holidays, sick leave, and additional options for volunteer and parental leave.
• 401(k) match.
• Educational and training opportunities through company programs.
• Tuition assistance and student debt support.

What This Job Offers

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