West Techs Chill Water Specialist located in Abilene, TX has been serving the community since 2006. A commercial and industrial HVAC, and Comprehensive Solutions Company. We service all brands of chillers, boilers, cooling towers, pumps, and all types of commercial / industrial HVAC equipment. We are currently looking for a HVAC Installation Apprentice to join our growing team! Come work for the top company in Abilene. We offer the best pay, benefits and tools. If you feel you're a "Top HVAC Installation Apprentice" at your current company and want more than what they can offer, come work for us!

Job Title: HVAC Installation Apprentice

Pay Scale: $18.00 – $22.00 per hour

Work Hours: 8:00am – 5:00pm with 1 hour lunch

Primary Job Function: An HVAC installer apprentice assists experienced technicians with installing, maintaining, and repairing heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems. Apprentices work in commercial, or industrial settings to learn the trade through hands-on experience and classroom instruction.

Reports to: RNC Manager/Foreman

Responsibilities

• Assist with installations and repairs: Help experienced technicians install chillers, cooling towers, boilers, package & split-system air condition equipment, piping, ductwork, according to project specifications & plans.
• Site preparation and cleanup: Safely remove old units and job site debris. Ensure the work area is clean and organized.
• Material and equipment handling: Retrieve parts and tools, load and unload equipment, and maintain an inventory on the company vehicle.
• Follow safety protocols: Adhere to all safety regulations, including using ladders and power tools safely, and working with electrical and pressurized systems.
• Customer service: Communicate with customers in a professional and polite manner while working in their businesses.
• Documentation: Complete installation paperwork and accurately fill out time cards.
• Technical support: Perform basic tasks like insulating refrigerant lines, cleaning furnaces, and learning to test electrical circuits.

Required qualifications

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Valid driver's license with a clean driving record.
• A strong desire to learn and a good work ethic.
• Basic mechanical aptitude and familiarity with hand and power tools.
• Must pass a drug screening.

Physical requirements

• Ability to work in physically demanding environments, including tight spaces like attics and crawl spaces.
• Comfortable working in a range of outdoor weather conditions, including extreme heat and cold.
• Capable of lifting and moving heavy equipment, often weighing up to 75 pounds or more.
• Physical stamina for prolonged standing, walking, bending, and crouching.

Skills and abilities

• Communication: Clearly explain project details to customers and follow instructions from senior technicians.
• Mechanical skills: Understand how complex mechanical systems work.
• Troubleshooting: Identify and diagnose basic problems with HVAC systems.
• Attention to detail: Accurately complete tasks and paperwork.
• Technical aptitude: Read and understand blueprints and schematics, and be able to use basic math for load calculations.
• Reliability: Arrive on time and demonstrate a proactive attitude.