HVAC Service Apprentice

Lennox International • Houston, TX

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About The Position

Lennox National Account Services (NAS), wholly owned by Lennox International, provides commercial HVAC maintenance and service and operates more than 100 offices across the continental United States. This entry-level role is intended for someone looking to start and develop a career in HVAC. The technician supports field installation, maintenance, and service work for commercial customers, including rooftop HVAC units. Work is often performed independently and may involve travel, working at heights, and occasional weekend and night work. The role is hourly and non-exempt, with overtime pay for hours over 40 per week or as required by state law. Relocation to another part of the country may be required after training is completed.

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 maintain, service, and troubleshoot equipment.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Good electrical and mechanical diagnostic skills.
• Ability to work independently, self-schedule, and complete assigned tasks within time constraints with minimum supervision.
• Ability to work overtime and weekends; occasional weekend and night availability 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 extend reach overhead repetitively.
• Ability to lift occasionally up to 75 pounds, lift occasionally up to 25 pounds to shoulder or overhead height, push or pull a wheeled cart up to 150 pounds, and tandem-lift loads up to 125 pounds.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

• Assist with on-site preventative 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.
• Install, repair, and perform preventative maintenance on commercial rooftop HVAC units.
• Complete repairs and required paperwork.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Competitive pay with weekly payroll.
• Overtime pay when working more than 40 hours in a week or as otherwise required by state law.
• Company-paid vacation, personal days, and holidays.
• Company vehicle after training is completed and the employee successfully graduates from the leveling class.
• Company-provided phone, personal protective equipment, and uniforms.
• Ongoing training and development with nationwide opportunities.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Prescription drug coverage.
• 401(k) retirement plan with matching.
• 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 for eligible new employees, depending on date of hire.
• Pet insurance, perks and discounts, and free subscriptions.

What This Job Offers

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