At Trane TechnologiesTM  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.  

Trane Technologies has an exciting opportunity for an onsite position in our Engineering Test Laboratory (Lab) in La Crosse Wisconsin as an HVAC Product Development Technician I. Your primary function in this entry-level position is testing of New Product Development (NPD), sustainability, and quality improvement projects, in addition to some agency compliance. Your technician role would support qualifying Trane Applied Compression and Commercial Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC) products. The job requires problem solving, troubleshooting, and collaboration with other lab and engineering team members to ensure timely completion of projects. This position is salaried non-exempt.

 

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, including in support of volunteer and parental leave needs.       

Educational and training opportunities through company programs along with tuition assistance and student debt support.     

Learn more about our benefits here!   

 

Where is the work:  

Onsite:  

This position has been designated as On-Site. 

  

What you will do:    

Work safely and maintain a safe work area in accordance with company policies and proceduresSupport product development activities by operating commercial HVAC equipment, controlling test facilities, and collecting experimental test data, with guidance from senior laboratory staffAssist with installation, modification, and build of developmental commercial HVAC equipment and components, following engineering, agency, and test requirementsAssist Test Engineering and other Technicians to install and utilize laboratory test equipment including data acquisition systems, power analyzers, flow equipment, pressure, and temperature measurement devicesAssist in the troubleshooting and repair of Trane commercial HVAC technologies and equipment

 

What you will bring:  

·         Associate degree in HVAC or 2-year equivalent degree program in HVAC at an accredited school

·         Alternate of 1-year certificate/diploma with minimum 2 years relevant work experience

·         Will also consider applicants with a 1-year certificate/diploma with a willingness to return to school (with paid tuition) to complete an Associate degree in HVAC within 2 years

·         Proficiency with Microsoft Office products (Excel, Word, Outlook) required

·         EPA Type Universal Certification or willingness to become certified

Key Competencies:

Basic grasp of refrigeration related thermodynamic principles and mechanical troubleshooting is preferredDemonstrates basic knowledge on measuring/inspection instruments and or mechanical and electrical components and their principles, properties, and theoriesBasic understanding of schematics, reading, and interpreting engineering drawings, technical reports, safety rules, operation, and maintenance instructionsAbility to understand and follow current work instructions and applicable test standardsAbility to help solve practical problems and deal with a variety of complex variables in situations where only limited standardization existsProficient verbal and written communication skills in order to listen and speak effectively before groups of customers or employees in the organizationAbility to multitask and work in a fast-paced team environment

 

Compensation:    

Base Pay Range: $45,000-$60,000

 

Disclaimer: 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.