HVAC Apprentice Technician - Baton Rouge, LA at Storer Services

Job DescriptionJob DescriptionSalary: $15/hr.+ Based on ExperienceApplications for the Apprenticeship Program are accepted year-round; however, our selection and recruiting period runs from March through August each year. We host two Open House events, one in April and one in July, where prospective apprentices can learn more about the program and available opportunities. All applicants will be invited to attend an Open House as part of the recruiting process. Following the Open House, selected applicants will be invited to join the program. Selections are made only during this recruiting window for classes that begin the first week of September and continue through May. Applicants are encouraged to apply early to be considered for the upcoming class cycle.Job Summary: Associate enrolled in Storer Services 5-year technical program that combines classroom participation, field training as well as written evaluations for knowledge and competency in commercial HVAC. Upon successful completion of the program, apprentices will earn an industry recognized, journey-level certificationProgressionCore/Level 1 1st YearApprentice assigned to a Senior TechBasic safety, communication skills and introduction to construction drawingsBasic principles of heating, ventilation, air conditioning and refrigerationFundamental concepts of the refrigeration cycleLevel 2 2nd YearPlacement will be based on staffing needs and availabilityApprentice Helper assigned to a maintenance team performing Maintenance Contract Tasks orApprentice Helper assigned to a specific customer siteExplain how AC power is generated and how it is used. Identify various types of transformers and compressors, characteristics of refrigerants and demonstrate proper leak detectionDescribe the inspection and/or maintenance requirements for selected equipmentLevel 3 3rd YearPlacement will be based on staffing needs and availabilityApprentice Helper assigned to a maintenance team performing Maintenance Contract Tasks orApprentice Helper assigned to a specific customer siteIdentify and describe the operation of common HVAC control circuit devices, thermostats and temperature controlsExplain how to check and troubleshoot compressors and other various HVAC system componentsDescribe various commercial hot-water heating system components and subsystemsExplain the service technicians role in customer relationsLevel 4 4th YearApprentice assigned to a service team/area running service callsDescribe the properties of air, the laws related to its temperature, pressure and volume and the physical properties of gas/vapor mixturesIdentify and describe the operation of various energy recycling and reclamation systems and apply to building managementStart-up and shut-down of various chillers and boilers as well as air handling and packaged rooftop systems5th YearApprentice assigned to a service team/area or an SBS site running service calls and hot callsAdvanced troubleshooting and diagnosingField evaluationsMinimum RequirementsProspective Apprentices must be 18 years of age, drug free, have obtained a High School Diploma or Equivalency, and hold a valid driver's license.