HVAC Product Development Technician I

Trane Technologies•La Crosse, WI

22h•Onsite

About The Position

Trane Technologies is hiring an entry-level HVAC Product Development Technician I for an on-site role in its Engineering Test Laboratory. The technician will test new product development, sustainability, and quality improvement projects, along with some agency compliance work. The role supports qualification of Trane Applied Compression and Commercial HVAC products. It involves problem solving, troubleshooting, and collaboration with laboratory and engineering team members to complete projects on time. This is a salaried non-exempt position eligible for overtime.

Requirements

Meet one of the following education and experience paths: an associate degree in HVAC or a related technical discipline from an accredited school; a one-year HVAC or related technical certificate/diploma plus at least two years of relevant HVAC experience; or a one-year HVAC or related technical certificate/diploma and willingness to complete an HVAC associate degree within two years with company-paid tuition.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office products, including Excel, Word, Outlook, and Teams.
Hold an EPA Type Universal Certification or be willing to become certified.
Demonstrate basic knowledge of measurement and inspection instruments and/or mechanical and electrical components, including their principles, properties, and theories.
Understand basic schematics and be able to read and interpret engineering drawings, technical reports, safety rules, and operation and maintenance instructions.
Be able to understand and follow current work instructions and applicable test standards.
Be able to help solve practical problems and handle complex variables in situations with limited standardization.
Have proficient verbal and written communication skills.
Be able to multitask and work in a fast-paced team environment.

Nice To Haves

Basic understanding of refrigeration-related thermodynamic principles and mechanical troubleshooting.

Responsibilities

Work safely and maintain a safe work area in accordance with company policies and procedures.
Support product development by operating commercial HVAC equipment, controlling test facilities, and collecting experimental test data with guidance from senior laboratory staff.
Assist with the installation, modification, and construction of developmental Commercial HVAC equipment and components in accordance with engineering, agency, and test requirements.
Assist Test Engineering and other technicians with installing and using laboratory test equipment, including data acquisition systems, power analyzers, flow equipment, and pressure and temperature measurement devices.
Assist in troubleshooting and repairing Trane Commercial HVAC technologies and equipment.