HVAC Maintenance Technician Trainee

HOUSTON APARTMENT FOUNDATION; Jersey Village (TX); On-site; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading HVAC company in a paid 10-week Maintenance Technician Program designed to kickstart your career in the HVAC industry. You'll gain hands-on experience, receive training to obtain necessary certifications, and transition to a full-time position upon successful completion, with a competitive hourly wage and valuable tools provided.

Benefits

Paid Training

$1,500 in trade tools upon graduation

EPA and OSHA Certification paid for

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Strong ability to communicate with customers effectively.
• Ability to comply with all safety regulations.

Responsibilities

• Participate in classroom and hands-on training.
• Gain foundational HVAC knowledge and skills.
• Transition to full-time responsibilities post-training.

Skills

Customer Service

Communication

Organizational Skills

Time Management

Education

High School Diploma or GED Equivalent

Job description

Overview

Join ARS/Rescue Rooter’s 10-Week Maintenance Technician Program!

Are you ready to jump-start your career in the HVAC industry?

American Residential Services (ARS/Rescue Rooter) is proud to offer a paid, 10-week Maintenance Technician Program designed to equip you with the skills, knowledge, and hands-on experience you need for a rewarding career in the high-demand field of HVAC.

This program offers a unique opportunity to build a solid foundation in HVAC, learn from industry experts, and fast-track your entry into a rewarding career with long-term growth potential with our team here at ARS!

Program Details:

• Orientation Date: Friday, February 21, 2025
• Program Duration: Monday, February 24 – Friday, May 2, 2025
• Graduation Ceremony: Saturday, May 3, 2025
• Schedule: Monday through Friday, 7:55 AM – 5:00 PM
• Training Location: ARS/Rescue Rooter - 10515 Okanella St. Suite 100 Houston, TX 77041

Please note: while conducting ride-alongs with a mentor and once hired in a full-time position, end times will vary depending on customer need.

Compensation: This is a paid training program! $22/hr + $1,500 value in trade tools awarded upon graduation + $10,000 estimated value of condensed, 10-week curriculum & instruction per student!

Responsibilities

• Compensation: This is a paid training program! You’ll earn $22/hr during training, plus additional benefits:
  • $1,500 value in trade tools awarded upon graduation.
  • $10,000 estimated value of condensed, 10-week curriculum & instruction per student!
• Training Structure:
  • Classroom Training: Gain foundational HVAC knowledge, including the principles of heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and refrigeration.
  • Hands-On Training: Ride along with experienced mentors and apply what you’ve learned in real-world situations, gaining valuable field experience.
  • Sales Training: Learn foundational sales skills that ensure customers capitalize on all available service options while you earn.

Once the 10-week paid training program is completed, successful participants will transition to full-time employees with their local ARS/Rescue Rooter service center. As full-time HVAC Maintenance Technicians, you will be provided with a stocked service van to start using the skills you've learned and take on real-world customer service responsibilities.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age
• High school diploma or GED equivalent
• Valid Driver’s License
• Strong ability to communicate with customers and articulate need-based solutions
• Ability to lift and/or move at least 50 pounds
• Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills
• Strong organizational and time-management skills
• Ability to comply with all safety regulations, including the use of a back brace, safety goggles, and gloves when appropriate
• Ability to stand, walk, and/or sit for extended periods of time, as well as crawl into crawl spaces and climb into attics

If you are interested in joining our team, please apply today!

Candidates selected for the Program must complete EPA and OSHA Certifications Prior to Orientation on Friday, February 21. The approximate time commitment toward obtaining those certifications is 30+ hours. The cost of these certifications will be paid for by ARS/Rescue Rooter.

*This posting provides details on potential compensation ranges and possibilities. These amounts are not guaranteed and should in no way be construed as an offer. American Residential Services provides equal employment opportunities to all individuals, both applicants and employees, without regard to race, color, religion, pregnancy, gender, marital status, national origin or ancestry, citizenship status, disability, medical condition, genetic characteristics or genetic information, age, military service or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws prohibiting discrimination. For more information about how we collect and use personal information, see our privacy policy here: https://www.ars.com/privacy-policy.