HVAC Service Apprentice

Lennox International • Pelham, AL

5h

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 HVAC service. The apprentice supports installation, maintenance, and servicing of heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems for commercial customers, often working independently in the field and as part of a team. The position is hourly and non-exempt, with overtime pay for hours over 40 in a week or as required by state law. Local travel may be required, and employees must be willing to relocate to another part of the country after training is completed.

The role includes on-site preventive maintenance, routine repairs, and calibration after installation. Employees use technical skills to maintain systems, contribute to a team-based work environment, and prioritize customer satisfaction and safe work practices. The work involves commercial rooftop HVAC units and requires accessing rooftops, working at heights, and handling tools and equipment.

The stated annual salary range is $33,000–$41,000, depending on factors such as geography, tenure, performance, skills, education, and experience. The position is not eligible for a bonus. Benefits are subject to applicable eligibility requirements and may include tuition reimbursement, medical, dental, and vision insurance, prescription drug coverage, a 401(k) retirement plan, short-term disability insurance, paid birthing and bonding leave, life and long-term disability insurance, paid time off, and paid holidays. Company vehicle, phone, personal protective equipment, and uniforms are provided after training is completed and the employee successfully graduates from the leveling class.

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.
• Ability to climb ladders and work at heights.
• Ability to lift occasionally up to 75 pounds and lift up to 25 pounds to shoulder or overhead height occasionally.
• Ability to push or pull a wheeled cart weighing up to 150 pounds.
• Ability to perform repetitive overhead reaching and manual tandem lifting of loads up to 125 pounds.
• Technical aptitude to maintain, service, and troubleshoot equipment.
• Good customer service skills.
• Good electrical and mechanical diagnostic skills.
• Ability to work independently, self-schedule, and complete assigned tasks within time constraints with minimal supervision.
• Flexibility and availability for overtime and occasional weekend and night work.
• Willingness to relocate to another part of the country after training is completed.

Nice To Haves

• HVAC trade school graduation, strongly preferred, 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 repairs, and calibration after installation.
• Use technical abilities to maintain commercial 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 at all times.
• Complete other duties as assigned.
• Install, repair, and perform preventive maintenance on commercial rooftop HVAC units.
• Access rooftops and transport tools and equipment to and from the work area.
• Complete repairs and required paperwork.

Benefits

• Competitive pay with weekly payroll.
• Overtime opportunities to increase earnings potential.
• Company-paid vacation, personal days, and holidays.
• Company vehicle, phone, PPE, and uniforms provided after completing training and successfully graduating from the leveling class.
• Ongoing training and development with nationwide opportunities.
• Matching 401(k).
• Health and wellness benefits, perks and discounts, pet insurance, and free subscriptions.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Prescription drug coverage.
• 401(k) retirement plan.
• Short-term disability insurance.
• Eight weeks of paid birthing leave.
• Two weeks of paid bonding leave.
• Life and long-term disability insurance.
• Up to 10 days of paid time off and 10 paid holidays, subject to eligibility and date of hire.

What This Job Offers

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