Machinist II - Conversion

trane technologies•Kentwood, MI

2d•$28•Onsite

About The Position

Be a part of our mission! As a world leader in creating comfortable, sustainable, and efficient climate solutions for buildings, homes and transportation, it's our responsibility to put the planet first. For us at Trane Technologies, and through our businesses including Trane® and Thermo King, sustainability is not just how we do business—it is our business. Do you dare to look at the world's challenges and see impactful possibilities? Do you want to contribute to making a better future? If the answer is yes, we invite you to consider joining us in boldly challenging what's possible for a sustainable world. Learn about our benefits designed for you to Thrive at work and at home. We boldly go. Where is the work: On-Site (5 days) At Trane Technologies® we Challenge Possible.Our brands – including Trane® and Thermo King® - create access to cooling and comfort in buildings and homes, transport and protect food and perishables, connect customers to elevated performance with less environmental impact, dramatically reduce energy demands and carbon emissions, and innovate with a better world in mind. We boldly challenge what’s possible for a sustainable world. SUMMARY Responsible to build custom engineered HVAC equipment in a shop environment utilizing equipment construction skills and knowledge of electrical wiring and direct digital control.

Requirements

Associate's degree or equivalent from two-year College or technical school and five (5) years related experience; or seven (7) years related experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Three (3) to five (5) years fabricating or machine building experience required.
Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos.
Ability to write simple correspondence.
Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization.
Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs.
Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.
Valid driver's license

Nice To Haves

Two (2) years HVAC experience preferred.
Knowledge of Microsoft Office software preferred.
License Preferred (e.g. Certified Welder, Sheet Metal Journeyman, HVAC Journeyman, etc.)
EPA Certification Preferred

Responsibilities

Responsible for building custom equipment on assigned projects.
Uses a variety of hand tools, interpreting drawings, schematics, sketches, pictures, and verbal instructions to build panels and wire components in HVAC equipment.
Completes assembly and wiring assignments on assigned projects on time, with high quality, and within budget.
Assists team members of other trades as needed; performs other trade work when needed.
Prepares for assigned projects by examining project binders, consulting with the project manager and other technicians, anticipating difficulties, gathering materials, and coordinating work, as necessary.
Maintains tools and equipment by inspecting for signs of wear and performing any needed periodic maintenance.
Maintains work area in neat, clean, organized manner.
Documents work by completing paperwork on each job, including daily time, refrigerant logs, test logs, and parts logs. Maintains project files. Turns in all required paperwork and reports in a timely manner.
Effectively works with purchasing and stocking personnel and returns unused resources.
Identifies parts to order for construction, testing, and repair of equipment.
Keeps current on aspects of Trane products including installation, operation, maintenance, service, and repair of unitary rooftop equipment, direct digital control systems, and other products/systems as needed.
Assists with general office and shop initiatives as needed, helping to improve the business while controlling expenses and increasing income.
Works closely with other project technicians, temporary technicians, subcontractors, project managers, project engineers, and interns in a team environment, offering technical advice, status information, and other help as needed.
Communicates effectively with project managers and teammates regarding issues of project scope and schedule.
Attends, contributes to, and/or leads meetings with team members, salesmen, customers, and management as needed.
Follows company standards for construction and quality.
Follows company safety policies.
Promotes company safety policies to team members and subcontractors.
Provides technical support to customers when required on assigned projects.
Provides technical support, service, or training at customer site when needed.
Flexibility to work overtime/weekends, as required.
Flexibility to occasionally work in other company departments when needed.
Flexibility to occasionally travel with occasional overnight stays.