Technician Apprentice - Rental Services

Trane Italia•Springfield, TN

28d•Onsite

About The Position

As an HVAC Apprentice on the Rental Services team, you will assist HVAC Technicians with the daily maintenance, repair, operation, and inspection of rental equipment. This role requires knowledge of refrigeration theory, control systems, pipe fitting, and structural layouts. You will also operate heavy equipment such as forklifts, cranes, and switcher trucks. The position involves participating in an on-call rotation to support rental operations and handling other situations to ensure smooth facility operation. You will function as a team member for project installations and maintain positive relationships with customers, vendors, and co-workers through effective communication.

Requirements

A High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
Must have the ability to comprehend rental modifications and application needs.
Must be available to participate in an on-call rotation to support rental operations.
Must be able to handle other situations that may be required to maintain a smooth and continuous operation of the facility.
Ability to establish & maintain a positive relationship with customers, vendors and co-workers through effective oral and written communication skills via phone, computer, and face to face.
Experience with 480V/208V electricity.
Experience using a Multi Meter LOTO (Lock out Tag out).
Knowledge of pumps, Transformers and Testing to ensure operation.
Must be able to safely and legally operate a vehicle using a seat belt.
Must be able to wear helmets, safety goggles, fall protection harness and safety boots to safely perform job duties.
Must be able to twist the trunk of your body 90 degrees in each direction.
Must be able to squat and touch the floor with both hands.
Must be able to reach your hands over your head.
Must be able to stand on concrete surfaces for extended periods, routinely up to 4 hours.
Requires regular use of hands, fingers, walking, stooping, kneeling and climbing ladders.
Requires employees to regularly lift and or move up to 10 lbs., frequently lift and/or move up to 40 lbs. and occasionally lift and/or move more than 40 lbs.
Must be able to safely use a ladder with a 375 lb. total weight limit, while carrying equipment of 50 lbs. or less.
Must be able to maneuver confined access areas, as small as 30” vertical x 45” horizontal.
Must be able to comfortably and routinely access rooftops with extension and/or fixed ladders at heights of 15’ to 20’, and occasionally, up to 50 feet +.

Nice To Haves

Some experience in the HVAC industry; or education (Technical School) is preferred.
Cooling Tower Experience preferred.
Experience Cleaning Condenser Coils preferred.
Operating knowledge of Microsoft office software and working proficiency with hand held computer (i.e. Smartphone, iPad).
Universal EPA Certification Preferred.

Responsibilities

Responsible for supporting the Team Leader with rental fleet maintenance activities, safety/housekeeping, and job order fulfillment.
Represents the company with direct customer contact and under direction from the HVAC Technician, assists in servicing products and equipment on assigned projects and ensuring customer satisfaction.
Coordinates with HVAC Technician to ensure rental equipment preparation and readiness for customers and delivery of parts to job sites, as necessary.
Perform vehicle maintenance, as necessary, in addition to helping with other duties at the depot.
Continually enforces safety to the highest standards and maintains security and accountability of company issued and procured assets by recording use, wear and conditions.
Displays team effort and dedication to customer by maintaining flexibility to work overtime and weeks as the business requires, including occasional overnight stays (20 to 25 % Travel).

Benefits

Benefits kick in on DAY ONE for you and your family.
Health insurance.
Holistic wellness programs that include generous incentives.
Family building benefits include fertility coverage and adoption/surrogacy assistance.
401K match up to 6%, plus an additional 2% core contribution = up to 8% company contribution.
Paid Time off with up to 9 paid holidays, 15 vacation days.
Paid leave in support of volunteer and parental leave needs.
A regular schedule (with overtime opportunities).
Most workdays you’ll be dispatched from your house.
Educational and training opportunities through company programs to keep you on top of technical innovations including Manufacturer (OEM) Level Training.
Tuition assistance.
Student debt support.
Knowledge support from the factory is a nationwide communications hub.
Premium equipment such as a late model, clean, and dependable company vehicle, high speed laptop, smartphone, specialized tools, uniforms, PPE and safety boot allowance.