Gas Systems and HVAC Service Trainee

Essential Job Functions

• Maintain regular communication with facility leadership.
• Safely install and repair propane, oil burning, diesel and/or gasoline systems, equipment, and appliances according to federal and state codes. Calibrate equipment to proper settings. Effectively utilize HVAC, mechanical, electrical, millwright, plumbing, and other specialized skills and the appropriate tools as determined by the job.
• Discuss new equipment sales with current and prospective customers. Conduct site surveys and identify products and equipment to meet capacity needs. Assist customers in making an educated and informed decision by reviewing options and presenting recommendations.
• Maintain a clean and orderly work area and vehicle.

Education: Requires a High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED)

Experience

Requires some knowledge of mechanical systems and ability to learn and develop repair and installation skills in a trainee role. Previous Southern States work experience a plus.

Requirements

• Requires a valid Driver's License
• Requires Petroleum and/or Propane Certification (or ability to obtain)
• May require a Commercial Driver's License (Class B) (or ability to obtain)
• May require a Hazardous Materials and/or Tanker Endorsement (or ability to obtain)
• Satisfactory completion of required training and certification
• Prefer Effective knowledge of mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and/or pipe fitting repair and maintenance.

Physical Activities & Requirements

This role requires continuous physical activity to perform essential job functions for the duration of the shift. At times extended hours are required. Description of physical activity is a general summary and may vary by location.

• Continuously bend, crouch, stoop; drive motorized equipment; finger and handle controls, tools and equipment; reach with arms and hands for extended periods while driving and operating equipment; stand and walk for extended periods on uneven surfaces; utilize hands in repetitive motion; utilize eye/hand/foot coordination; twist back and neck. Pull, push, lift, carry up to 50 pounds.
• Frequently balance, kneel, stack, sweep; climb steps in and out of vehicle throughout the shift; utilize feet in repetitive motion. Pull, push, lift, carry 50-80 pounds, may be assisted.
• Occasionally pull, push, lift, carry 80-100 pounds, may be assisted. Depending upon location, may pull or push propane tanks (170+ pounds) utilizing handcart and move large equipment for installation.

Must be able to hear vehicle and equipment sounds, co-workers and radio. Must be able to speak to co-workers and customers regarding operations and safety. Specific vision abilities required by this position include: close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.

General Summary

Southern States Cooperative, Inc. (SSC) is looking for a motivated HVAC and Gas Systems Service Trainee. The Trainee will train with the SSC Service Technician with the goal of the Trainee to solely be able to perform job duties. This person will perform installation, maintenance and repair of HVAC units, propane, oil burning systems, diesel and gasoline equipment and appliances for SSC customers. Strictly adheres to government regulations and SSC operating procedures while working independently.