Lead Controls Installation Technician

Trane Technologies•Nashville, TN

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Lead Controls Installation Technician supervises Control Installation Technicians who install, repair, retrofit, and replace environmental comfort systems. The role uses knowledge of air-conditioning theory, pipe fitting, and mechanical layouts, and provides technical guidance for installing control panels, conduit, wiring, and terminations. Work is field-based at customer locations.

Requirements

High school diploma, GED, or equivalent experience.
Three to five years of experience as an electrician or in an electrical trade.
Experience leading teams or previous people-management experience.
Working knowledge of electrical codes and standard installation practices.
EPA-approved Universal Technician Certification.
Valid driver’s license held for at least 12 months, with no major or frequent traffic violations as specified in the posting during the previous three years.
Ability to safely and legally operate a vehicle while wearing a seat belt.
Ability to wear required personal protective equipment, including helmets, safety goggles, fall-protection harnesses, and safety boots.
Ability to twist the trunk 90 degrees in either direction, squat and touch the floor with both hands, and reach hands overhead.
Ability to stand on concrete for extended periods, routinely up to four hours.
Ability to perform regular hand and finger use, walking, stooping, kneeling, and ladder climbing; lift or move up to 10 pounds regularly, up to 40 pounds frequently, and more than 40 pounds occasionally.
Ability to safely use a ladder with a 350-pound total weight limit while carrying equipment weighing 50 pounds or less.
Ability to maneuver through confined access areas as small as 30 inches vertical by 45 inches horizontal.
Ability to routinely access rooftops using extension or fixed ladders at heights of 15 to 20 feet, and occasionally at heights exceeding 50 feet.

Nice To Haves

Experience with HVAC controls installation is preferred.

Responsibilities

Train and develop Control Installation Technicians, providing technical advice and guidance on installing control panels, conduit, wiring, and terminations.
Assist with scheduling, organizing, and dispatching Control Installation Technicians.
Assist the Manager by making recommendations regarding hiring and firing staff.
Work with the Project Manager to prepare for on-site installations and repairs by reviewing building layouts, anticipating difficulties, gathering materials, and coordinating on-site work as needed.
Evaluate area safety needs and requirements, provide feedback and recommendations to service technicians, and assist with implementing safety policies, procedures, and training.