HVAC Controls Service Technician - Fort Wayne, IN

Trane Technologies; Indiana, Fort Wayne (PA, IN); Remote; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled HVAC technician to join their team. This role involves starting and commissioning new systems, as well as diagnosing and repairing environmental-control systems using your expertise in electronics, refrigeration theory, and direct digital control. The company prioritizes sustainability and offers a supportive work environment with comprehensive benefits from day one. If you are passionate about making a positive impact and thrive in a dynamic setting, this opportunity is perfect for you. Join a team that challenges the status quo and contributes to a sustainable future!

Benefits

Health Insurance

401K Match

Paid Time Off

Tuition Assistance

Student Debt Support

Company Vehicle

Holistic Wellness Programs

Generous Paid Holidays

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in HVAC required; technical training preferred.
• Knowledge of DDC systems and EPA certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Start and commission new HVAC systems and diagnose environmental-control systems.
• Serve as direct customer contact, ensuring satisfaction and timely repairs.

Skills

HVAC Knowledge

Electronics Knowledge

Direct Digital Control (DDC)

Refrigeration Theory

Customer Service Skills

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Technical School or formal training

Tools

Microsoft Office

Handheld Computers (Smartphone, iPad)

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.

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 but never on-call!) 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 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 remote within a geography and work will be performed in and around Fort Wayne, IN.

What you will do:

In this extremely unique role blending your HVAC and Controls knowledge, you will be responsible for starting and commissioning new systems, diagnosing, and repairing environmental-control systems, utilizing knowledge of electronics, direct digital control, airflow, refrigeration theory, and control and mechanical techniques in diverse commercial settings.

• Represents the company by serving as the direct customer contact and is responsible for servicing products and equipment on assigned projects, ensuring customer satisfaction by identifying, diagnosing and repairing equipment and systems at customer’s location.
• Coordinates with team leader and customer to precisely understand requirements for all on-site installation and repairs by forecasting issues, gathering materials and synchronizing on-site work.
• Keeps current on Trane products concerning installation, operation, maintenance, service, and repair of direct digital control systems.
• Continually enforces safety to the highest standards and maintains security and accountability of company issued and procured assets by recording use, wear and conditions.
• Displays team effort and dedication to customer by maintaining flexibility to work overtime and weeks as the business requires, including occasional overnight stays.

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.
• Previous experience with DDC controls system preferred.
• EPA preferred.

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 375lb. 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.

This role has been designated by the Company as Safety Sensitive.

Compensation: $30-45 per hour depending on experience.

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.