Controls Installation Apprentice - Roanoke, VA

At Trane Technologies™ and through our businesses including  Trane® and Thermo King®, we create innovative climate solutions for buildings, homes, and transportation that challenge what’s possible for a sustainable world. We're a team that dares to look at the world's challenges and see impactful possibilities. We believe in a better future when we uplift others and enable our people to thrive at work and at home. We boldly go.

Why Trane Technologies Is The Best Company for Installation Technicians:

·       Trane is recognized worldwide as the brand standard for HVAC and Building Controls Systems

·       Trane is committed to your safety and has a world class safety program with continuous training for their associates

·       Highly competitive and comprehensive total compensation program including total cash compensation, benefits, holiday and vacation

·       Dedicated to a military friendly environment (Veterans are highly encouraged to apply)

·       Unlimited opportunities for career development and promotions

·       Determined focus to be the employer of choice in our industry (we want to be the company where everyone wants to work)

·       World Class continuing education, featuring Manufacturer (OEM) Level Training

·       Company-wide commitment to promoting a strong work/life balance

·       Organizational encouragement of community involvement and sustainability (green initiatives)

·       Late model, clean, and dependable company vehicle, high speed laptop, uniforms, and smart phone

Job Summary:

·       Responsible for assisting in the installation, commissioning, and start-up of DDC control systems,

·       Responsible for planning, analyzing and timely completion of assigned projects and activities.       

·       Uses a variety of hand tools, along with interpreting construction drawings, plans, and specifications, in order to mount, hang, fit, and install control systems.

·       Ability to perform or learn the installation of conduit and electrical wiring and terminate wiring.

·       Must be able to follow directions given by Superintendent or Installation Technicians.

·       Assists with keeping the job site safe and clean.

·       Documents work by completing paperwork on each job, including daily time, progress, and duration; and maintaining files.

·       Keeps current on Trane products concerning installation and operation of HVAC systems.

·       Conducts oneself in a professional manner at all times.

·       Understands that safety is core. Participates/performs in required safety trainings, meetings, and audits.

·       Ensures compliance with internal contracting processes.

·       Performs site surveys, replacements, modifications and start-up as needed or requested by customers. 

·       Prepares for on-site installation by examining building layout, anticipating difficulties, gathering materials and coordinating on-site work, and coordinating with other trades as necessary.

·       Maintains assigned stock of inventory, company equipment, and documents all related activities.

·       Records parts, material, labor, and other cost data per assignment and returns unused resources.

·       Documents work by completing paperwork on each job, including daily time, progress, and duration; and maintaining files.

·       Turns in all required paperwork and reports in a timely manner.

·       Maintains tools and equipment by inspecting for signs of wear.

·       Continually enforces safety to the highest standards and maintains security and accountability of company issued and procured assets by recording use, wear and conditions.

·       Regular travel requirements with occasional overnight stays. Hotel and meals paid for by Trane

·       Display team effort and dedication to customer by maintaining flexibility to work overtime and weeks as the business requires, including occasional overnight stays.

Qualifications:

·       A High School Diploma or equivalent required, and typically at least 6 months of experience in DDC control systems. Technical School or formal training is preferred.

·       Operating knowledge of Microsoft office software and working proficiency with handheld computer (i.e. Smartphone, iPad).

·       Must possess a valid driver’s license for a minimum of 12 months, with no major or frequent traffic violations including, but not limited to:

o   DUI, Hit & Run, License Suspension, Reckless / Careless Driving or multiple smaller infractions or preventable collisions in the previous 3 years.

• Flexibility to work overtime/weekends, as required.

Additional Requirements and Environmental Exposure:

·       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

·       This position is highly physical and requires regular use of hands, fingers, walking, stooping, kneeling and climbing ladders.  It requires employees to regularly lift and or move up to 10 lbs. and frequently lift and/or move up to 40 lbs. (may occasionally lift and/or move more than 40 lbs. with special approval.)

·       Must be able to safely use a ladder with a 375 lb. total weight limit, while wearing equipment weighing up to 50 lbs.

·       Must be able to maneuver 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 +

·       This role may be exposed to variable weather conditions, moving mechanical parts, heights, risk of electrical shock, noisy operating equipment and other variable environmental conditions based on location

Compensation:  $22-28hr

Disclaimer: This "range" could be a result of seniority, merit, geographic location where the work is performed, education, experience, travel requirements for the job, or because of a system the employer uses to measure earnings by quantity or quality of production (so, for example, positions that may not have traditional salary ranges).

Equal Employment Opportunity: 

Trane Technologies will not discriminate against apprenticeship applicants or apprentices based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy or gender identity), sexual orientation, genetic information, or because they are an individual with a disability or a person 40 years or older. Trane Technologies will provide equal opportunity in apprenticeship.