Controls Technician

trane technologies • Kentwood, MI

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Be a part of our mission! As a world leader in creating comfortable, sustainable, and efficient climate solutions for buildings, homes and transportation, it's our responsibility to put the planet first. For us at Trane Technologies, and through our businesses including Trane® and Thermo King, 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.
Learn about our benefits designed for you to Thrive at work and at home.
We boldly go.
Where is the work:
Field-based: Work is conducted on-site at customer locations.
Why Trane Technologies Is the Best Company for Controls Technicians:
Trane is recognized worldwide as the brand standard for HVAC and Building Controls Systems
Trane is committed to your safety and has a world class safety program with continuous training for their associates.
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
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, laptop, uniforms, tools, and smartphone
Great opportunity to stay on the leading edge of technology in the HVAC controls industry
Join a team that is committed to making sure you advance/grow your career
Job Summary:
Responsible for commissioning, programming, setting up graphics, communications link, end to end testing, troubleshooting, and servicing on assigned projects.
Responsible for documenting point to point verification, sequence of operations validation, and job close out requirements.
Represents the company by serving as the direct customer contact and is responsible for servicing products and equipment on assigned projects, ensuring customer satisfaction by identifying, diagnosing, and repairing equipment and systems at customer’s location.
Coordinates with team leader and customer to precisely understand requirements for all on-site installation and repairs by forecasting issues, gathering materials, and synchronizing on-site work.
Keeps current on Trane products concerning installation, operation, maintenance, service, and repair of direct digital control systems
Continually enforces safety to the highest standards and maintains security and accountability of company issued and procured assets by recording use, wear, and conditions.
Displays team effort and dedication to customers by maintaining flexibility to work overtime and weekends as the business requires, including occasional overnight stays.

Requirements

• Associates or Bachelors degree in HVAC or controls, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Operating knowledge of Microsoft office software and working proficiency with laptop and hand- held computers (e.g. 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.
• 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 +.

Nice To Haves

• 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.

Responsibilities

• Commissioning, programming, setting up graphics, communications link, end to end testing, troubleshooting, and servicing on assigned projects.
• Documenting point to point verification, sequence of operations validation, and job close out requirements.
• Representing the company by serving as the direct customer contact and is responsible for servicing products and equipment on assigned projects, ensuring customer satisfaction by identifying, diagnosing, and repairing equipment and systems at customer’s location.
• Coordinating with team leader and customer to precisely understand requirements for all on-site installation and repairs by forecasting issues, gathering materials, and synchronizing on-site work.
• Keeping current on Trane products concerning installation, operation, maintenance, service, and repair of direct digital control systems.
• Continually enforcing safety to the highest standards and maintaining security and accountability of company issued and procured assets by recording use, wear, and conditions.
• Displaying team effort and dedication to customers by maintaining flexibility to work overtime and weekends as the business requires, including occasional overnight stays.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Holistic wellness programs that include generous incentives
• Family building benefits include fertility coverage and adoption/surrogacy assistance.
• 401K match up to 6%, plus an additional 2% core contribution = up to 8% company contribution.
• Paid time off includes 15 vacation days, 9 paid holidays, 3 floating holidays, sick leave, and additional options to support volunteer and parental leave.
• Educational and training opportunities through company programs along with tuition assistance and student debt support.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree