HVAC Service Apprentice

Lennox International•Little Rock, AR

11d•$29,000 - $39,000

About The Position

This is an entry-level opportunity for an individual looking to start a career in commercial HVAC service. The technician performs field activities supporting the installation, maintenance, and servicing of heating, ventilating, and air conditioning systems for commercial customers. Work includes assisting with preventative maintenance, routine repairs, and calibration after installation, using technical abilities to maintain systems, and collaborating with a team to share information and workload while ensuring customer satisfaction. Technicians must work safely and may perform other duties as assigned. The role involves working independently on commercial rooftop HVAC units, including accessing rooftops with tools and equipment, working at heights, and loading and unloading equipment from a work van. Local travel may be required, and the employee must be willing to relocate to another part of the country after training. Overtime and weekend work are required as needed; occasional night and weekend availability is also specified. This is an hourly, non-exempt position with an annual salary range of $29,000–$39,000. Starting salary may vary based on geography or market and the candidate’s tenure, performance, skills, education, experience, and other qualifications. Employees are not eligible for a bonus but earn overtime for hours exceeding 40 in a week, or as otherwise required by state law.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED equivalent.
At least 1 year in a mechanical support role; some hands-on HVAC experience is preferred.
Valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record.
Technical aptitude to perform maintenance, service, and troubleshoot equipment.
Excellent customer service skills.
Good electrical and mechanical diagnostic skills.
Ability to complete repairs and required paperwork.
Ability to work independently and self-schedule.
Self-motivation to complete assigned tasks within time constraints and ability to work with minimum supervision.
Flexibility to work overtime and weekends; occasional weekend and night work availability.
Willingness to relocate to another part of the country after training.
Ability to climb ladders, work at heights, load and unload tools and equipment, and perform the physical tasks described in the posting.
Lifting occasionally up to 75 pounds, lifting to shoulder and overhead occasionally up to 25 pounds, pushing or pulling a wheeled cart up to 150 pounds, and manual tandem lifting loads up to 125 pounds.
Ability to extend reach overhead in a repetitive motion.

Nice To Haves

HVAC trade school graduate, strongly preferred, with a 3.5 GPA and excellent attendance.
EPA Certification, Type I and Type II or Universal, preferred.
NATE certification is a plus.

Responsibilities

Assist with on-site preventative maintenance, routine repair, and calibration after installation.
Use technical abilities to maintain HVAC systems.
Work in a team-based environment to share information and workload while ensuring customer satisfaction.
Work safely and ensure safety measures are followed.
Install, repair, and perform preventative maintenance on commercial rooftop HVAC units.
Access rooftops with necessary tools and equipment, typically by fixed or extension ladder; work at heights; and load and unload tools and equipment from a work van.
Complete repairs and required paperwork.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Competitive pay with weekly payroll.
Overtime available to increase earnings potential.
Company-paid vacation, personal days, and holidays.
Company vehicle after training is completed and the employee successfully graduates from leveling class.
Phone, PPE, and uniforms provided.
Ongoing training and development with nationwide opportunities.
Tuition reimbursement, subject to eligibility requirements.
Medical, dental, and vision insurance, subject to eligibility requirements.
Prescription drug coverage, subject to eligibility requirements.
401(k) retirement plan, subject to eligibility requirements.
Short-term disability insurance, subject to eligibility requirements.
Eight weeks of paid birthing leave and two weeks of paid bonding leave, subject to eligibility requirements.
Life and long-term disability insurance, subject to eligibility requirements.
Depending on hire date and eligibility, up to 10 days of paid time off and 10 paid holidays.
Perks and discounts, pet insurance, and free subscriptions are mentioned as part of the company benefits offering; benefits may vary by position and are subject to change.