HVAC Technician Grand Rapids, MI

Job description

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.



**What’s in it for you:** ** **  

**Be a part of our mission!**   As a world leader in creating comfortable, sustainable, and efficient environments, it’s our responsibility to put the planet first.

For us at Trane Technologies, 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.

  

This role is the primary service and maintenance contact for Trane Technologies customers in a defined market with a diverse commercial base including Healthcare, Process Manufacturing Facilities, Education Institutions, and Office Complexes.

You will be commissioning, troubleshooting, repairing, and starting up HVAC systems in a commercial environment.

In order to perform your task you will utilize your knowledge of air conditioning theory, pipe fitting, and mechanical layouts.

This position affords you the opportunity to work with internal and external partners ranging from new facility set ups to existing facility retro fits.

Trane affords you the opportunity to work directly for a leading manufacturer, giving you access to technical support, training on newest technology and comprehensive career paths with opportunity for growth.



**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) andmost 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 (https://careers.tranetechnologies.com/global/en/benefits) !    

 

**Where is the work:**   

**Remote in geography:** ** **  

This position has been designated as **remote and work will be performed in Grand Rapids, MI and the surrounding area.**

 

**What you will do:** **  **  

 

+ Coordinates with team leader/project manager and customer to precisely understand requirements for all on-site installation and repairs by forecasting issues, gathering materials and synchronizing on-site work.



+ Represents the company by serving as the direct customer contact and is responsible for products and equipment on assigned projects, ensuring customer satisfaction by identifying, diagnosing and repairing equipment and systems at customer’s location.



+ Uses cutting edge software and technology, along with a variety of hand-tools, following blueprints or engineering specifications, to diagnose and repair units.

 

+ Displays team effort and dedication to customers by maintaining flexibility to work overtime and weekends as the business requires, including occasional overnight stays.



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



 

**What you will bring:**  

 

+ A High School Diploma or equivalent required, and typically 5 plus years of experience in HVAC.

Technical School or formal training is preferred.



+ Operating knowledge of Microsoft office software and working proficiency with hand held 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: 

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



+ EPA Certification  

 

**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 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 + 

+ 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:** **  **   $22-35 per hour depending on experience.

Additional earning potential available through our Quick Quote commission program.

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_Disclaimer: This base pay range is based on US national averages.

Actual base pay could be a result of seniority, merit, geographic location where the work is performed._ _ _  

 

**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.

Required Skill Profession

Other General