Are you dreaming about a career that offers excellent pay, great benefits, job security and a variety in your daily work? Look no further than a career with Trane, a worldwide leader in HVAC and Building Automation. **Trane** is currently seeking a **Commercial HVAC Apprentice** in the **Portland, Maine** area. As an Apprentice, you’ll be paired with dedicated mentors who will help you learn everything you need to know about the HVAC industry. This is a National Department of Labor Certification Apprenticeship program. As you advance through the program, you will receive regular pay increases. Upon completion, you’ll be awarded with a National Certification and be promoted to a HVAC Service Technician. If you have been looking for a supportive team environment that you can count on to help you grow a career, look no further than this Apprenticeship with Trane! _Don’t let this opportunity pass you by!_ **Why Trane is the best company for Apprentices:** + **Competitive Pay:** Highly competitive and comprehensive total compensation program. Overtime opportunities are available + **Full Benefits** : Medical, dental, vision,401k with up to 6% matching, core company contribution of 2%, 9 paid holidays, 3 floating holidays, 15 days of vacation time, and more! + **Career Advancement:** opportunities for career development and promotions as well as a tuition reimbursement program + **Dedicated Mentors** : You’ll be paired with committed mentors who will provide you with the support you need to learn and grow your HVAC knowledge and abilities + **Perks:** Newer company vehicle, gas card, high speed laptop, smartphone, tools provided, uniforms, PPE and safety boot allowance **Earn while you learn** The Trane Commercial HVAC Apprenticeship Program is a 4-year, nationally accredited through the Department of Labor to include 2,000 hours of on-the-job training and over 140 hours of technical instruction _per year_ . + Earn a full-time wage, working in the field while enrolled in the program + Receive a raise every 6 months after a performance review and competency evaluation **What you’ll be doing:** This apprentice program is designed to take you from beginner to a skilled professional in the HVAC industry. 1. **Year One:** You’ll learn all about the trade, tools, and safety. Think of this like your introduction to the industry – an HVAC 101 course. Your learnings will include things like power tools, rigging, heating and cooling, air distribution and brazing / soldering skills. 2. **Year Two:** You’ll advance deeper into world of air flow applying your introduction skills in new ways. Your learnings will include things like compressors, metering devices, duct systems, air quality equipment and hydronics. 3. **Year Three:** You’ll take your skills to the next level implementing new problem-solving techniques and troubleshooting abilities. Your learnings will include things like electrical terminations, troubleshooting, variable refrigeration flow, steam, and commercial refrigeration. 4. **Year Four:** Your learnings will include things like fundamentals of crew leadership, energy conservation, air balancing, system design and specifications, industrial refrigeration systems, and specialized HVAC configurations. You’ll round out your education combining all your experiences so far and graduate to start your career as a Trane Service Technician. **What you bring to the table:** + **No Industry Experience Required.** + Must be at least 18 years of age when you start on day 1 + A High School Diploma or equivalent + Must possess a valid driver’s license for a minimum of 12 months, with no major or frequent traffic violations in the last 3 years + A strong desire to learn a trade and directly impact the world around you **Base Pay Range is: $22- 28/ hour** _***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 **About our Company:** At Trane Technologies® (https://www.tranetechnologies.com/) we Challenge Possible. Our brands – including Trane® (https://www.trane.com/) and Thermo King® (https://www.thermoking.com/) - create access to cooling and comfort in buildings and homes, transport and protect food and perishables, connect customers to elevated performance with less environmental impact, dramatically reduce energy demands and carbon emissions, and innovate with a better world in mind. We boldly challenge what’s possible for a sustainable world. We offer competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits and programs that help our employees thrive in both their professional and personal lives. We are proud of our winning culture which is inclusive and respectful at its core. We share passion for serving customers, caring for others, and boldly challenging what’s possible for a sustainable world. _We are committed to achieving workforce diversity reflective of our communities. We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identify, national origin, pregnancy, age, marital status, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any legally protected status._