HVAC Apprentice/Helper
Benefits:
401(k)
401(k) matching
Bonus based on performance
Company parties
Competitive salary
Dental insurance
Free uniforms
Health insurance
Opportunity for advancement
Paid time off
Training & development
Vision insurance
About Our Company
At Polar Express we provide the highest quality of service to ensure Exceptional Comfort, Efficiency, and Indoor Air Quality. Above all, We seek to gain the trust of every client in every city. We pride ourselves on being trustworthy and fair. We stand firmly on our core values F.A.I.R.
Family- We will treat our customers and everyone in our community and organization as family.
Accountability- We are accountable to each other by making sure our clients receive the highest quality of work and service on every job we perform.
Integrity- Every Decision we make and action we take involves transparency through a high degree of Integrity.
Respect- We have the utmost respect and confidence in our employees to carry our customers vision for every project.
Job Summary
In this position, the apprentice/helper will assist the technician as needed with installation, maintenance, inspections, and light repair. This is an entry level position. The primary goal of this role is to learn all aspects of the trade. Our company offers on-the-job training and yearly wage increases as your skills develop. Starting pay is determined upon skills and experience.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
The essential functions include, but are not limited to the following:
Assist the technician with light repair and installation work.
Observe and learn all aspects of the trade.
Wear floor savers while in the client’s home and maintaining a neat work area when performing a repair or scheduled service.
Show yourself as professional and knowledgeable to win new referrals and repeat business.
Always be courteous, respectful, and pleasant to the customer.
Be accurate and timely with all paperwork.
Obey the company Code of Ethics and the Team Rules.
Maintain a clean, organized job site and well inventoried truck.
Always be safety conscious both on the job and while driving.
Participate actively in all training exercises, morning meetings and retreats.
Minimum Qualifications
Positive attitude
Mechanical Aptitude
Clean, professional appearance
Good communication skills
A willingness to work hard
Ability and willingness to learn
Ambition to achieve
Able to work both independently and as part of a team
Strong customer service skills
Physical Demands and Work Environment
Physical Demands:
Climbing up and down on ladders and equipment
Ability to lift 50 pounds
Ability to pick-up a minimum of 25 pounds consistently and carry up to 250 feet unassisted
Operate handheld power tools
Wear personal protective equipment
Ability to work more than 40 hours per work week and up to 12 hours per day
Working Environment:
Work outside in all weather conditions
Ability to work on concrete floors and uneven surfaces for up to 8 hours
May work in awkward environments and will have to always carry all required equipment and supplies.
Sensory demands include exposure to the smells associated with sewer and water, exposure to the sounds associated with power tools and construction sites, and exposure to dust and other debris associated with the use of power tools and current home conditions, all of which can cause sensory strain including headaches