About the role#
As a Controls Technician Intern, you will work alongside experienced technicians to support building automation and temperature control projects. This role provides a clear look at the daily responsibilities of a Controls Technician. You will be paired with a mentor who manages your day-to-day workload and oversees your performance. This is a paid, full-time position that involves working on multiple projects to build your technical skills.
What you'll do#
- Assist the Project Management team with building automation and temperature control projects.
- Provide support labor to field crews.
- Participate in point to point controller checkouts.
- Help with terminal equipment startup and checkout.
- Deliver equipment and materials to job sites.
- Perform on-site labor tasks as directed by the project manager.
- Enforce safety standards at all times.
- Maintain security and track the condition of company-issued assets.
What you'll need#
- High School diploma or equivalent.
- Enrollment in a technical program, preferably with an HVAC or EMS focus.
- Operating knowledge of Microsoft Office software.
- Working proficiency with hand-held computers like smartphones or tablets.
- A valid driver's license held for at least 12 months.
- A clean driving record with no major or frequent traffic violations in the last 3 years.
- Ability to perform physical work, including lifting up to 50 lbs, walking, stooping, and kneeling.
- Willingness to work in diverse environments, including mechanical rooms with noisy equipment or extreme weather conditions.
Location & details#
- Location: Grand Rapids, Michigan.
- Work Modality: On-site at customer locations.
- Employment Type: Full-time, rolling internship.
About Trane Technologies
Trane Technologies manufactures industrial climate control equipment. It operates through brands including Trane and Thermo King to provide heating, cooling, and transportation climate solutions. The company is based in Davidson, North Carolina. It employs over 15,000 people and functions as a public company.
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