Intern-Technician - Mechanicsburg, PA

trane technologies • Upper Allen Township, PA

3d • $18 - $26 • Onsite

About The Position

Trane Technologies / Trane Commercial HVAC is hiring a full-time seasonal intern for a typically 10–12 week or shorter internship. The field-based role serves the local Trane Commercial Sales & Service Office in Harrisburg, with work conducted at customer locations. The intern gains hands-on exposure to building automation systems (BAS), Direct Digital Controls (DDC), and energy-efficient HVAC equipment while working alongside experienced Service Controls Specialists, Systems Engineers, and Field Technicians. The position is designed to build technical problem-solving, field instrumentation, and customer service skills, supporting commercial customers’ comfort, air quality, and decarbonization performance.

The intern assists with system startup, commissioning, preventive maintenance, controller setup, sensor and device calibration, system graphics, networking, telemetry, and data logging. The position also supports job preparation, coordination with project teams and subcontractors, customer communication, and service documentation. The role is safety-sensitive and requires compliance with Environmental, Health, and Safety policies, including Job Safety Analyses, Lockout/Tagout procedures, and personal protective equipment requirements.

Applicants must be currently enrolled in an accredited associate, bachelor’s, or technical certificate program in a related technical field and be in good academic standing. The position requires a valid driver’s license held for at least 12 months with an acceptable driving record, and authorization to work in the United States without current or future sponsorship. Hourly pay is listed at $18.00–$26.00. Successful interns may be evaluated for future full-time opportunities, including the Controls Technician Apprentice Program, Field Service Controls Specialist, or Systems Applications Engineering roles.

Requirements

• Currently enrolled in an accredited associate’s, bachelor’s, or technical certificate program in Building Automation Systems, HVAC/R Technology, Electrical Engineering, Electronics Technology, Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, Construction Management, or a related technical discipline.
• Must be in good academic standing; a minimum GPA of 2.8 or higher is preferred.
• Fundamental understanding of basic electrical theory, including low-voltage AC/DC circuits, relays, transformers, and multimeter usage, and/or basic mechanical HVAC concepts such as airflow, the refrigeration cycle, and hydronics.
• Proficiency with personal computers, mobile applications, and Microsoft Office 365, including Excel, Word, Outlook, and Teams.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving mindset and enthusiasm for working directly with hardware and software tools.
• Clear written and verbal communication skills and ability to interact professionally with teammates and customer representatives.
• Valid driver’s license held for at least 12 months with an acceptable, clean driving record and no major violations within the last 3 years.
• U.S. citizenship or legal authorization to work in the United States without current or future sponsorship.
• Ability to climb ladders, enter mechanical penthouses and plant rooms, stand for extended periods, and lift tools and equipment weighing up to 50 pounds, with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Ability to meet applicable pre-employment screening requirements for a safety-sensitive role.

Nice To Haves

• Minimum GPA of 2.8 or higher.

Responsibilities

• Shadow and support senior controls technicians with system startup, commissioning, point-to-point verification, and preventive maintenance on commercial building automation systems.
• Assist with uploading, downloading, addressing, and verifying Trane digital controllers, including Tracer UC, Symbio, and legacy platforms.
• Learn and assist with sensor verification, wiring terminations, actuator stroke tests, and variable frequency drive integration.
• Communicate with customers, provide guidance, and share automation educational resources.
• Complete daily paperwork and prepare BAS reports for clients or teammates involved in building operations.
• Assist engineering teams with creating and laying out system graphic interfaces in Tracer Ensemble or Synchrony.
• Gain exposure to BACnet IP/MS-TP, Modbus, and LonTalk communication protocols and local controller area networks.
• Help capture and review system performance trends, logs, and diagnostic alerts to identify anomalies in equipment sequences.
• Coordinate with project managers and field service coordinators to gather materials, wiring diagrams, software tools, and replacement components for daily job dispatches.
• Observe and assist with coordination of electrical and mechanical subcontractor activities during system installations or field retrofits.
• Maintain accurate work logs, safety check sheets, and daily field service work tickets using Trane mobile service tools.
• Comply with Trane Technologies EHS policies, participate in Job Safety Analyses, follow electrical Lockout/Tagout protocols, and use required personal protective equipment.

Benefits

• Health insurance and holistic wellness programs with incentives, available from day one for the employee and family.
• Fertility coverage and adoption/surrogacy assistance.
• Up to 15 vacation days, paid holidays, sick leave, and additional options supporting volunteer and parental leave.
• 401(k) match.
• Educational and training opportunities through company programs, tuition assistance, and student debt support.
• Hands-on mentorship from experienced Trane controls subject matter experts.
• Potential evaluation for future full-time roles, including the Controls Technician Apprentice Program, Field Service Controls Specialist, or Systems Applications Engineering positions.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: Associate degree