HVAC-R Intern

Description

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POSITION SUMMARY:

Schwickert’s Tecta America is seeking a motivated individual to join our team as an HVAC-R Service/Install Intern. This internship provides hands-on experience in commercial HVAC-R systems while working alongside experienced technicians and learning the skills needed to build a career in the HVAC-R trade. The intern will have opportunities to assist with installation, service, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of commercial HVAC-R systems.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assist HVAC-R technicians with troubleshooting and repair of commercial HVAC-R equipment.
• Assist with installation of commercial HVAC-R systems, ductwork, specialty equipment, and start-up.
• Assist with regular maintenance and cleaning of commercial HVAC units.
• Learn and follow proper HVAC-R installation, service, safety procedures, tools, and equipment under the direction of experienced technicians.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area.
• Participate in hands-on training and other learning opportunities related to the HVAC-R trade.
• Additional duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Currently enrolled in or interested in pursuing HVAC-R, mechanical, or related technical training preferred.
• Previous construction, mechanical, or HVAC-R experience is a plus but not required.
• Ability to learn and take direction from experienced technicians and crew foremen.
• Strong interest in developing a career in the HVAC-R trade.
• Valid Driver’s License preferred.
• Willingness to obtain EPA certification as required.
• No fear of heights.
• Ability to lift 50+ lbs.
• Ability to sit, stand, walk, climb stairs, reach, bend, kneel, and work in various positions.

BENEFITS:

• Hands-on training and experience in the commercial HVAC-R trade.
• Opportunity to learn from experienced HVAC-R technicians.
• Exposure to commercial HVAC-R installation, service, maintenance, and troubleshooting.
• Potential opportunity for continued employment following the internship.
• Additional benefits may apply based on employment status.
  

Starting pay is $20 per hour, based on experience and qualifications.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands and must talk and listen. The employee is also required to stand, walk, reach with hands and arms; climb or balance and stoop, kneel. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.