HVAC PRODUCT DEVELOPMENT TECHNICIAN INTERN

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.
Job Summary： 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 Intern.
Your primary function in this temporary position is testing New Product Development (NPD), sustainability, and quality improvement projects, in addition to some agency compliance.
Your technician role would support qualifying Trane 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.
Hours are flexible to accommodate school schedule.
We prefer that the chosen applicant work at least hours per week during the school year and 40-hours per week during the summer through the length of the internship.
What you will do.
Work safely and maintain a safe work area in accordance with company policies and procedures Support product development activities by operating Commercial HVAC equipment, controlling test facilities, and collecting experimental test data, with guidance from senior laboratory staff Assist with installation, modification, and build of developmental Commercial HVAC equipment and components, following engineering, agency, and test requirements Assist Test Engineering and other Technicians to install and utilize laboratory test equipment including data acquisition systems, power analyzers, flow equipment, pressure, and temperature measurement devices Assist in the troubleshooting and repair of Trane Commercial HVAC technologies and equipment Where is the work.
This position has been designated as On-Site.
What you will bring.
Currently and actively enrolled in an Associate Degree program in HVAC or 2-year equivalent degree program in HVAC at an accredited school Proficiency with Microsoft Office products (Excel, Word, Outlook) required, with desire to learn basic programming in Visual Basic is preferred EPA Type Universal Certification or willingness to become certified Basic grasp of refrigeration related thermodynamic principles and mechanical troubleshooting is preferred Demonstrates basic knowledge on measuring/inspection instruments and or mechanical and electrical components and their principles, properties, and theories Basic understanding of schematics, reading, and interpreting engineering drawings, technical reports, safety rules, operation, and maintenance instructions Ability to understand and follow current work instructions and applicable test standards Ability to help solve practical problems and deal with a variety of complex variables in situations where only limited standardization exists Proficient verbal and written communication skills in order to listen and speak effectively before groups of customers or employees in the organization Ability to multitask and work in a fast-paced team environment Compensation.
Base Pay Range.
$20/hour Total compensation for this role will include a commission/incentive plan.
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.