Controls Technician - HVAC Commissioning

About the role

Trane UK Ltd is looking for a Controls Technician based in the Thames Valley area, working on-site at customer sites. The role supports customers in commercial healthcare, process manufacturing, education and office buildings, commissioning, troubleshooting, repairing and starting up HVAC systems. It uses knowledge of air conditioning theory, pipe fitting and mechanical layouts, from new facility set-ups to retrofits.

Key responsibilities

• Commission, programme and set up graphics and communications links, run end-to-end testing, troubleshoot and service assigned projects
• Document point-to-point verification, sequence-of-operations validation and job close-out
• Act as the direct customer contact, diagnosing and repairing equipment at the customer's site
• Maintain knowledge of Trane products, including direct digital control systems
• Use software and hand tools according to blueprints or engineering specifications to diagnose and repair units
• Share customer insights with the service desk, sales and operations teams, and report regularly on completed work orders
• Build customer relationships and coordinate with field service representatives, regional service leaders and senior technicians
• Enforce safety standards and record the use, wear and condition of company assets

Required profile

• Proven experience in a service or field-based technician role
• Strong customer service principles and excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Analytical thinking and problem-solving, able to work with minimal supervision and as a team player
• Able to cover standbys and call-outs on a planned schedule, including weekdays, weekends and bank holidays, with travel and overnight stays
• UK driving licence (a company vehicle will be allocated); right to work confirmed for the country of application
• Knowledge of the manufacturing industry is an advantage

Required skills

• Proficiency in apps, diagnostic software and the Microsoft Office Suite
• Ability to read blueprints and engineering specifications

What we offer

• Competitive salary and benefits including pension, healthcare, life insurance and wellbeing platforms
• Company van
• Structured induction and ongoing training and development
• Technical support, training on new technology and career growth opportunities