Technician Lead

At Trane Technologies^TM  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.

Thrive at work and at home:  

·       Benefits kick in on DAY ONE for you and your family, including health insurance, and holistic wellness programs that include generous incentives – WE DARE TO CARE!    

·       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 and paid leave in support of volunteer and parental leave needs.  

·       A regular schedule (with overtime opportunities) and 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 along with tuition assistance, and student debt support.    

·       Knowledge support from the factory is a nationwide communications hub so that you have what you need to get the job done right the first time.   

·       Premium equipment such as a late model, clean, and dependable company vehicle, high speed laptop, smartphone, specialized tools, uniforms, PPE and safety boot allowance.   

• Learn more about our benefits here!  

Where is the work:

This position has been designated as On-Site.  

Job Summary:

Trane in Fishers, IN is hiring for a Technician Team Leader to join our organization.  In this role you will be responsible for supervising HVAC Field Technicians who repair/retrofit/replace environment comfort systems, utilizing knowledge of air conditioning theory, pipe fitting and mechanical layouts.

Responsibilities:

• Responsible for training and developing HVAC Field Technicians, providing technical advice and offering guidance.
• Assist in scheduling, organizing, and dispatching HVAC Field Technicians.  Assist Service Manager with recommendations for hiring/firing of staff.
• Maintain vehicles by keeping record of service manuals, scheduling and completing repair and maintenance services.
• Work with Project Manager to prepare for on-site installations and repairs by examining building layout, anticipating difficulties, gathering materials and coordinating on-site work as necessary.
• Evaluate area safety needs/requirements to provide feedback and recommendations to service technicians and assists in the implementation of safety policies, procedures, and training.

Qualifications:

·       Associate's degree from a two-year college or technical school with a certificate in Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning or equivalent combination of education and experience preferred.

• Minimum five (5) years’ experience in HVAC.
• Working knowledge of HVAC products, systems, electronics and pneumatic controls.
• EPA approved Universal Technician Certification.

·       Must possess a valid driver’s license for a minimum of 12 months, with no major or frequent traffic violations included, 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.

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., 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 350 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 +
• 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:   

Base Pay Range: $35+ per hour depending on experience.

This job has been designated by the company as Safety Sensitive.

Equal Employment Opportunity:   

We offer competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits and programs. We are an equal opportunity employer; all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, pregnancy, age, marital status, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any legally protected status.