HVAC Apprentice-Technician - Midlands and North - Trane UK Limited

Trane Technologies; Bolton; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Apprentice Service Technician to join their team. This exciting role involves providing exceptional customer service while learning on the job and pursuing NVQ qualifications in Refrigeration and Air Conditioning. You will be responsible for diagnosing system issues, performing maintenance, and fostering strong relationships with customers. With a focus on continuous learning and development, this position offers a structured pathway to becoming a qualified technician, all within a supportive and dynamic work environment. If you're passionate about making a difference and eager to grow your skills, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Pension

Healthcare

Life insurance

Wellbeing platforms

Company van

Structured induction plan

Continued learning and development

Qualifications

• Studying towards NVQ level 2 and 3 in Refrigeration and Air Conditioning.
• Strong communication and analytical skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose system problems and perform Planned Preventative Maintenance.
• Build relationships with customers and provide exceptional service.

Skills

Customer service principles

Effective communication skills

Analytical thinking

Problem-solving abilities

People skills

Knowledge of manufacturing industry

Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite

Education

Refrigeration and Air Conditioning NVQ level 2

Refrigeration and Air Conditioning NVQ level 3

Tools

Diagnostic software

MS Office Suite

Hand-tools

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.

The Apprentice Service Technician is responsible for providing exceptional customer service and technical support whilst learning on the job and studying towards Refrigeration and Air Conditioning NVQ level 2 and 3. This role plays a crucial role to deliver the highest standards of service in the most efficient manner to maintain customer plant and equipment as installed on site covered by our maintenance and service contract. The goal is to maximize service technician productivity and enhance the overall customer experience and improve operational technical processes. This role will undergo a comprehensive training pathway to become a qualified Service Technician.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Able to learn and diagnose system problems when servicing products and equipment on assigned projects and customer site visits.
2. Attend customer sites to learn to carry out work for Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM), Customer Breakdowns, Warranty work, Hire and Commissioning workloads.
3. Build and maintain strong relationships with customers, acting as a trusted point of contact and to gain confidence whilst working with customers.
4. Collaboration with Service desk, Sales, and Operations Team: Establish strong communication channels to share key customer insights.
5. Able to use cutting edge software and technology, along with a variety of hand-tools, following blueprints or engineering specifications, to diagnose and repair units. Full training will be part of the apprentice pathway.
6. Learn how to complete Reporting and Analysis: Generate regular reports on completed invoiced work orders.
7. Customer Relationship Management: Foster strong relationships with customers through exceptional customer service.
8. Communications with supervisors, regions service managers and senior technicians, and customers on updates and to drive continuous improvement.

Internal Controls and Administration:

1. Studying towards Refrigeration and Air Conditioning NVQ level 2 and 3.
2. Knowledge of customer service principles.
3. Effective communication skills.
4. Analytical thinking and problem-solving abilities.
5. Able to use Apps, diagnostic software, and MS Office Suite.

Skills and Capabilities:

1. Knowledge of manufacturing industry as part of NVQ studies.
2. People and communication skills with a positive mindset.
3. Appropriate skilled based certificates or studying towards NVQ level 2 and 3 with F-Gas.
4. Able to cover standby and call outs on a planned scheduled basis to include weekday, weekends and bank holidays once NVQ level 2 and 3 with F-Gas are passed.
5. Proficient in using Microsoft Office Suite.
6. UK Drivers licence as a company vehicle will be allocated.
7. Right to Work status confirmed for Country of application.

You can look forward to:

1. Competitive salary and benefits including pension, healthcare, life insurance and wellbeing platforms. Training agreements towards your NVQ apprentice pathway as agreed with the business.
2. Company van.
3. A fast-paced working environment.
4. An excellent working culture and community.
5. A structured induction plan with continued learning and development.
6. A key role where you can make a direct contribution to our business.

Not exhaustive - your manager may add additional tasks, as required to complete the company strategy.

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.