Controls Technician Apprentice

Trane Technologies; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401K match

Paid time off

Job summary

Trane Technologies in Knoxville, TN seeks a field-based HVAC technician to support customer sites with commissioning, troubleshooting and repair of commercial HVAC systems. You will read wiring diagrams, install sensors, and use diagnostic tools, while maintaining safety standards and documenting work for mentors and supervisors.

The role requires hands-on electrical understanding, the ability to use hand tools and meters, and flexible hours including some overtime.

Qualifications

• Basic wiring, sensor installation, and introductory software configuration.
• Ability to read wiring diagrams, schematics, and mechanical drawings.
• Strong focus on jobsite safety and electrical safety practices.

Responsibilities

• Assist Controls Technicians with commissioning, troubleshooting, and starting HVAC systems.
• Use software and tools, following blueprints to diagnose and repair units.
• Maintain safety and accountability of assets; willingness to work overtime as needed.

Skills

Electrical concepts

Hand tools & meters

Wiring & sensors

Reading diagrams

Electrical safety

Job description

Be a part of our mission! As a world leader in creating comfortable, sustainable, and efficient climate solutions for buildings, homes and transportation, it's our responsibility to put the planet first. For us at Trane Technologies, and through our businesses including Trane® and Thermo King, 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.

Learn about our benefits designed for you to Thrive at work and at home.

We boldly go.

Where Is The Work

Field-based: Work is conducted on-site at customer locations.

What's In It For You

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.

What You Will Do

• In this role, you will be assistingControlsTechnicians who are the primary service and maintenance contact for Trane customers in a defined market with a diverse commercial base including Healthcare, Process Manufacturing Facilities, Education Institutions, and Office Complexes.You will assist in thecommissioning, troubleshooting,repairing, and starting upHVAC systemsin a commercial environment.
• Uses cutting edge software and technology, along with a variety of hand-tools, following blueprints or engineering specifications, to diagnose and repair units.
• Continually enforces safety to the highest standards and maintains security andaccountabilityof company issued and procured assets by recording use, wear and conditions.
• Displays team effort anddedicationto customer by maintainingflexibilityto work overtime and weeks as the business requires, including occasional overnight stays.

Technical Skills

What you will bring:

• Basic understanding of electrical and electronic circuits (Beginner–Intermediate)
• Ability to safely use hand tools, meters, and diagnostic equipment (Beginner)
• Basic wiring, sensor installation, and introductory software configuration (Beginner–Intermediate)
• Ability to read wiring diagrams, schematics, and mechanical drawings (Beginner)
• Understanding of jobsite and electrical safety practices (Basic)

Behavioral Skills

• High willingness and ability to learn technical concepts and procedures
• Attention to detail in documentation, wiring, and configuration tasks
• Effective communication with mentors, journeymen, and supervisors
• Dependability, punctuality, and teamwork
• Basic problem-solving and adaptability in dynamic field

Annual Base Salary Range Or Hourly Base Pay Range

$18.36 - $30.67

Compensation Type

Hourly

Incentive Eligible

No

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.