Apprentice HVAC - Commercial & Industrial
CoolSys - Refrigeration and HVAC Systems · Grand Rapids, WI · 1 wk ago
Management$20–$30/hrFull-time
CoolSys offers stability, growth, and industry-leading benefits, including competitive compensation, ongoing education and training, comprehensive health coverage, paid time off, a 401(K) match, and additional perks like quarterly bonuses, tuition reimbursement, and employee discounts.
Responsibilities
- Install equipment according to project requirements under the direction of a senior technician:
- HVAC: air handler drains, piping for split systems, overhead duct hangers and ductwork, etc.
- Refrigeration: display case drains, walk-in box drains, overhead hangers, and piping, etc.
- Perform all assigned work safely and responsibly using power and hand tools, powered vehicles, machinery, and PPE as required.
- Escalate problems and concerns (safety, quality of work, etc.) to on-site senior technicians or project managers promptly.
- Maintain clean and professional job sites; properly store, disassemble, or remove all spare and waste materials.
- Assist and support senior technicians on the job.
- Carry out all responsibilities in an honest, ethical, and professional manner.
- Perform other duties as assigned, including installation of piping types such as PVC, copper (brazing), and copper line sets.
Requirements
- Education or experience equivalent to a high school diploma, GED, or completion from a trade program or technical school.
- 1+ years of experience in construction, refrigeration, HVAC, or a related industry/trade preferred.
- Ability to operate a scissor lift or forklift preferred.
- Knowledge of jobsite safety and ability to perform work in accordance with safe work practices and rules.
- Ability to use basic hand, power, and layout tools including drills, fuel gas tools, electrical meters, and measurement tools.
- Knowledge of refrigeration system valves and regulators.
- Knowledge of electricity basics, voltage and color codes, and electrical safety.
- Ability to be punctual and dependable.
- Ability to work with minimal supervision.
- Ability to work in various conditions, including scaling ladders, outdoors in hot/cold temperatures, and noisy environments.
- Ability to use typical computer tools including email, Word, and Excel.
- Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations including fractional addition/subtraction, multiplication, division, and measurements.
- Ability to read, write, and communicate timely, clearly, and concisely.
- Ability to work constructively in a team environment and follow instructions from senior technicians.
- Ability to understand and follow all company policies and procedures and applicable state and federal laws.
- Good driving record.
Benefits
- Competitive compensation: $20.00–$30.00 per hour
- Medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage
- Paid vacation and holidays
- 401(K) with company match
- Ongoing education and training, including access to state-of-the-art facilities and paid online training
- Quarterly bonus plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Employee discounts on vehicles, hotels, theme parks, and pet insurance