HVAC Service Apprentice

Lennox International • Grand Rapids, MI

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About The Position

Lennox National Account Services (NAS), wholly owned by Lennox International, provides commercial HVAC maintenance and service across the United States. This entry-level opportunity is intended for someone looking to begin and grow a career in HVAC. The technician performs field activities that support installation, maintenance, and service of heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems for commercial customers.

The role includes assisting with on-site preventative maintenance, routine repairs, and calibration after installation. Technicians use their technical abilities to maintain systems and work in a team-based environment to share information and workload while ensuring customer satisfaction. The work may be performed independently and involves commercial rooftop HVAC equipment. Employees must follow safety measures at all times. Other duties may be assigned.

This is an hourly, non-exempt role with an annual salary range of $33,000–$41,000. Employees may earn overtime for hours worked over 40 per week, or as required by state law; the position is not eligible for a bonus. Flexibility to work overtime, on-call assignments, and weekends is required, and local travel may be needed.

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, including accessing rooftops by fixed or extension ladder.
• Ability to load and unload tools and equipment from a work van.
• Ability to lift occasionally up to 75 pounds; lift up to 25 pounds to shoulder and overhead; push or pull a wheeled cart up to 150 pounds; and perform manual tandem lifting of loads up to 125 pounds.
• Ability to extend reach overhead in a repetitive motion.
• Technical aptitude to maintain, service, and troubleshoot equipment.
• Good 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 succeed and work with minimal supervision.
• Flexibility to work overtime, on-call assignments, and weekends.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

• Assist with on-site preventative maintenance of commercial HVAC systems.
• Assist with routine repairs and calibration after installation.
• Maintain HVAC systems using technical abilities.
• Work with a team to share information and workload while ensuring customer satisfaction.
• Follow safety measures and work safely on a daily basis.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Periodically provide on-call service coverage.
• 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, personal protective equipment, and uniforms provided.
• Ongoing training and development with nationwide opportunities.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Prescription drug coverage.
• 401(k) retirement plan with matching contributions.
• 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 date of hire and eligibility requirements.
• Health and wellness offerings, perks and discounts, pet insurance, and free subscriptions.

What This Job Offers

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