Area Service Manager

Trane Technologies; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 118,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle provided

Health insurance

401K match

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Trane Technologies seeks an Area Service Manager to lead service operations for the Data Center market, coordinating start-ups, warranty work, repairs and preventive maintenance. You’ll partner with sales to price service agreements and support parts/service pricing while driving technician recruitment and development.

Travel to multiple sites is required, with a company vehicle provided. The role emphasizes safety, customer satisfaction and operational excellence across the district.

Qualifications

• 5+ years experience in HVAC or related field.
• 3+ years experience leading large teams.
• Project management skills to oversee startups and customer requests.
• Tech-savvy with Microsoft applications; Salesforce experience considered an asset.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license for 12+ months with clean record.

Responsibilities

• P&L responsibility and monthly revenue forecasting.
• Budget control including expenses for overhead items.
• Risk mitigation for service agreements and projects.
• Oversee service coordination and training of technicians.
• Develop employees and drive continuous improvement across the team.
• Ensure invoicing is timely and cash flow is optimized.

Skills

HVAC experience

Team leadership

Project management

MS Office / Tech skills

Salesforce experience

Job description

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Where Is The Work

On-Site (5 days)

What's In It For You

Trane is seeking an Area Service Manager to join our organization. This leadership role is responsible for overseeing service operations within the rapidly expanding Data Center market, with accountability for start-up support, warranty execution, repair services, and preventive maintenance activities. The Area Service Manager will work in close partnership with the existing Data Center team to support customers throughout the full lifecycle of data center projects, from initial construction and commissioning through ongoing operations and maintenance, with a specific focus on HVAC systems and services.

This position is responsible for leading and coordinating key service processes, including collaboration with sales to provide timely service agreement pricing, supporting customer and sales contract pricing for parts and service, directing field service coordination, and driving technician recruitment, training, and development. Additional responsibilities include oversight of invoicing and collections, while ensuring a high standard of customer satisfaction and operational excellence.

Candidates can be located in any of the following locations with a willingness to travel to the other sites as needed: Valley View, OH, Columbus, OH, Holland, OH or Pittsburgh PA. Company Vehicle Provided.

What You Will Do

• P&L responsibility, provide monthly revenue forecasting, help drive service agreement base growth, repairs/installation/service growth by partnering with the acquisition team (sales).
• Budget Control Responsibilities including expenses as compared to targets for overhead items such as fleet, uniforms, tools and safety equipment.
• Risk mitigation - responsible for managing risk in service agreements, service projects and repairs work.
• Oversee the service coordination function to respond efficiently to customers, ensure technicians’ training and skill level is appropriately balanced to service customers, and leverage resources across the district. This includes emergency repair, regular maintenance contracts, scheduled work and upgrades, installations, replacement components, and long‑term service agreements.
• Effectively attract, coach, counsel, train and develop all service employees. Drive continuous improvement through company performance management process and technical product training programs available. Develop employee skill levels, including customer service, process and technical skills to the highest degree possible.
• Confirm margin expectations are met during sales and fulfillment activities. Maximize cash flow by ensuring invoices are generated immediately upon completion of work, managing expense budgets, and increasing utilization of the service team. Ensure that standard service work processes are created and followed. Improve transactional processes impacting the customer experience and increase overall customer satisfaction.
• Ensure environmental, health and safety compliance within service team. Provide training to all employees to ensure a safe and productive work environment both in the shop and at customer sites.
• Travel to customer job sites is required, which may include outdoor work and/or work in mechanical/equipment rooms. During the site visits, the employee may be exposed to variable weather conditions; moving mechanical parts; heights, and other variable environmental conditions based on location.

What You Will Bring

• 5+ years experience in HVAC or a related field, technical systems (or equipment or skilled trades).
• 3+ years experience managing and coaching large teams and organizing work schedules.
• Project management skills to oversee and drive successful project execution for startups and customer requests.
• Tech‑savvy with expertise in Microsoft applications. Salesforce experience considered an asset.
• We prioritize practical experience, relevant skills, and alignment with our leadership principles.
• 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: DUI, Hit & Run, License Suspension, Reckless/Careless Driving or multiple smaller infractions or preventable collisions in the previous 3 years.

Annual Base Salary Range Or Hourly Base Pay Range

$117,673.33 - $164,675.00

Compensation Type

Salary

Incentive Eligible

Yes

Sales Commission Eligible

No

Disclaimer

We strive to provide competitive compensation for this position, tailored to a variety of factors. The actual compensation will depend on elements such as seniority, merit, geographic location, education, experience, travel requirements, and union designation. Our compensation range is generally based on the national average for the country. Additionally, benefits may vary depending on the region, business alignment, union involvement, and employee status.

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 includes 15 vacation days, 9 paid holidays, 3 floating holidays, sick leave, and additional options to support volunteer and parental leave.
• Educational and training opportunities through company programs along with tuition assistance and student debt support.

Disclaimer: Benefit offerings may vary depending on Collective Bargaining Agreements and local/state regulations.

Safety Sensitive Role

Yes

The company designates certain roles as Safety Sensitive. Safety Sensitive roles may require that you pass additional drug screening.

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.