Senior HVAC/Chiller Technician - N Charleston SC

Trane Technologies; North Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled HVAC Service Technician to join their team in North Charleston. This role involves troubleshooting and servicing commercial HVAC equipment, with a strong focus on chillers. The company offers competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and a supportive environment for career growth. Technicians will enjoy independence in their work, access to valuable training, and opportunities for advancement. If you're passionate about HVAC and ready to make an impact, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

Company Vehicle

High-Speed Laptop

Smartphone

Specialized Tools

Safety Boot Allowance

Tuition Reimbursement

401K Matching

Paid Holidays

Vacation Time

Life Insurance

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in commercial/industrial HVAC.
• EPA Certification required.
• Technical school training preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform scheduled and unscheduled maintenance on HVAC equipment.
• Troubleshoot and repair commercial HVAC systems.
• Optimize building control systems for better usage.

Skills

HVAC Service

Chiller Experience

Troubleshooting

Preventative Maintenance

Building Control Systems

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Technical School Training

Tools

Microsoft Office

Handheld Computer

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.

Are you a skilled HVAC Service Technician with extensive chiller experience, who wants a rewarding career from a worldwide HVAC leader? Experience industry leading pay and top-notch benefits with a cutting-edge HVAC manufacturer that provides stability and career growth.

Trane Technologies is seeking a Senior Commercial HVAC Technician for an on-site location in the Charleston, SC area.

In this role, you will leverage your HVAC skills to troubleshoot, diagnose, and service a variety of commercial and industrial HVAC equipment.

If you have 5+ years of experience working with commercial HVAC equipment, with a heavy emphasis on Chillers, Trane wants to hear from you!

Why Trane Technologies Is The Best Company for HVAC Technicians:

• Competitive Pay:Highly competitive and comprehensive total compensation program/ Overtime opportunities are available.
• Full Benefits:Including medical, dental, vision, 401K with up to 6% matching core company contribution, 9 paid holidays, 15 days of vacation time, life insurance, and more!
• Valuable Training:featuring Manufacturer (OEM) Level Training, formal internal training programs for those looking to add to their industry knowledge, as well as continued learning for those who wants to sharpen their HVAC skills.
• Career Advancement:opportunities for career development and promotions as well as a tuition reimbursement program.
• Perks:Newer model company vehicle, high speed laptop, smartphone, specialized tools, uniforms, PPE, and a safety boot allowance.
• Independent Work Days:At Trane, we trust you to get the job done right. Most days, you'll be dispatched from your house and can enjoy working independently in the field!
• Factory Support:Because you are working with Trane, you will enjoy having access to the factory and getting the job done right the first time! Plus, you have access to the Tech Hub, a nationwide support platform to connect you with others to get you the support you need.

What you'll be doing:

As a Commercial Service Technician, you will be performing scheduled (and unscheduled) preventative maintenance, inspections, site surveys, and completing service requests for a variety of commercial and industrial equipment, with a heavy emphasis on chillers.

You'll enjoy variety in your daily duties which could include:

• Start-up and commissioning Trane controls and HVAC equipment
• Troubleshooting, diagnosing, and repairing commercial HVAC equipment such as split systems, package units, and chillers, and/or ancillary supporting components such as pumps, cooling towers, etc.
• Troubleshooting and repairing building control systems, optimizing controls and equipment for better usage by owner.
• Performing replacements and modifications of HVAC equipment or systems as needed or requested.

What you'll bring to the table:

• A High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent experience
  • Typically 5 plus years of experience in commercial/industrial HVAC. Technical School or formal training is preferred. Experience working on Chillers, ranging from air cooled to water cooled as well as centrifugal.
• Operating knowledge of Microsoft office software and working proficiency with handheld 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.
• EPA Certification
• Ability to work on-call rotation and/or overtime to support the business, including occasional overnight stays

Base Pay Range: $36-48+ / Hourly

**Disclaimer. This base salary range is based on US national averages. Actual base pay could be a result of seniority, merit, geographic location where the work is performed.

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 350 lb. 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

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.