HVAC Service Apprentice

Lennox International•Huntsville, AL

About The Position

Lennox National Account Services (NAS), a wholly owned subsidiary of Lennox International, provides commercial HVAC maintenance and service across the United States. This entry-level role is for someone looking to begin and develop a career in commercial HVAC. The technician performs field activities supporting the installation, maintenance, and servicing of heating, ventilating, and air conditioning systems for commercial customers. Work is often performed independently on commercial rooftop HVAC units, with team-based coordination to share information and workload and maintain customer satisfaction. The role requires safe work practices, occasional overtime, weekends, and night work. Relocation to another part of the country may be required after training is completed; local travel may also be required. The role is hourly and non-exempt, with a stated annual salary range of $33,000–$41,000. Overtime is paid when employees work more than 40 hours in a week, or as otherwise required by state law. The company provides ongoing training and development, with nationwide opportunities. A company vehicle is provided after training and successful graduation from the leveling class, along with a phone, personal protective equipment, and uniforms. Benefits, subject to eligibility and other stated conditions, include tuition reimbursement; medical, dental, and vision insurance; prescription drug coverage; a 401(k) retirement plan; short-term disability insurance; life and long-term disability insurance; eight weeks of paid birthing leave; two weeks of paid bonding leave; and, depending on hire date, up to 10 days of paid time off and 10 paid holidays. The posting also describes company-paid vacation, personal days and holidays, matching 401(k), wellness programs, perks and discounts, pet insurance, and free subscriptions. Benefits may vary by position and are subject to change.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED equivalent.
At least 1 year of experience in a mechanical support role.
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.
Ability to work with minimal supervision.
Flexibility to work overtime and weekends; occasional weekend and night work is required.
Willingness to relocate to another part of the country after training is completed.
Ability to climb ladders, work at heights, load and unload tools and equipment from a work van, and perform the physical tasks described in the posting.
Ability to lift occasionally up to 75 pounds; lift occasionally up to 25 pounds to shoulder and overhead; push or pull a wheeled cart up to 150 pounds; perform manual tandem lifting of a load up to 125 pounds; and extend reach overhead repetitively.

Nice To Haves

HVAC trade school graduate, preferably with a 3.5 GPA and excellent attendance.
Some hands-on HVAC experience.
EPA Certification, Type I and Type II or Universal.
NATE certification.

Responsibilities

Assist with on-site preventive 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.
Follow safe work practices and ensure safety measures are taken at all times.
Install, repair, and perform preventive maintenance on commercial rooftop HVAC units.
Complete repairs and required paperwork.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Competitive pay with weekly payroll.
Overtime available to increase earnings potential; overtime pay when working more than 40 hours a week or as otherwise required by state law.
Company-paid vacation, personal days, and holidays.
Company vehicle after training and successful graduation from the leveling class.
Phone, personal protective equipment, and uniforms provided.
Ongoing training and development with nationwide opportunities.
Matching 401(k) retirement plan.
Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
Prescription drug coverage.
Tuition reimbursement.
Short-term disability insurance.
Life and long-term disability insurance.
Eight weeks of paid birthing leave.
Two weeks of paid bonding leave.
Up to 10 days of paid time off and 10 paid holidays, subject to hire date and eligibility.
Wellness benefits, perks and discounts, pet insurance, and free subscriptions.