Senior Service Controls Technician -Towson, MD
Trane Technologies · Towson, MD
- Level
- Technician
- Team
- Controls
- Travel
- Includes overnights
- Experience asked
- 3+ years
- Industry
- Industrial
- Posted
- 11 days ago
The role in 30 seconds
An engineer-level controls role at Trane Technologies (industrial) in Towson, MD. In order to perform your tasks you will utilize your knowledge of air conditioning theory, mechanical layouts, control platforms and logic.
- They ask for
- 3+ years
- Tools it names
- Automation, Casting
- Day to day
- some off-shift / weekend coverage · overnight travel
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How this role compares
Against 181 other live controls postings in the US.
- Base pay
- Not listed in this posting
- Experience asked
- Less than usual (3+ vs 5+)
Typical $79k–$99k, from 7 postings that list pay.
Similar roles usually ask 5+ years.
Skills these teams ask for most
- PLC 57%
- ✓ Automation 55%
- Robotics 35%
- ✓ Union environment 29%
- Root cause 25%
- Team leadership 23%
✓ = this posting asks for it too. % = share of similar postings that mention it.
At a glance
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How to get in at this plant
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- 1
Pick 2–3 people on the Controls team at Trane Technologies
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- 2
Send a short, curious note
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- 3
Turn a reply into a short call
Questions worth asking about this team:
- What does a normal week look like on your team?
- How does off-shift and weekend coverage work?
- How did you land the job? What stood out in your interviews?
- 4
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If the call went well, ask whether they’d pass your résumé to the hiring manager. Send your résumé link, apply that day, and let them know.
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Bring proof to the interview
One page of before-and-after numbers from projects you led: scrap, OEE, cycle time, cost. Plant managers hire on results.
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What you will do
- ◆Responsible for end to end testing, downloading programming, starting up, commissioning, and servicing on assigned contracts.
- ◆Represents the company by serving as the direct customer contact and is responsible for servicing products and equipment on assigned projects, ensuring customer satisfaction by identifying, examining, diagnosing and repairing equipment and systems at customer’s location.
- ◆Coordinates with team leader/project manager and customer to precisely understand
requirements
for all on-site installation and repairs by forecasting issues, gathering materials and synchronizing on-site work.
- ✓Uses cutting edge software and technology, along with a variety of hand-tools, following blueprints or engineering specifications, to diagnose and repair units.
- ✓Continually enforces safety to the highest standards and maintains security and accountability of company issued and procured assets by recording use, wear and conditions.
- ✓Mentor team members. Display team effort and dedication to customer by maintaining flexibility to work overtime and weeks as the business requires, including occasional overnight stays.
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Where is the work
Field-based: Work is conducted on-site at customer locations.
What's in it for you
This role is the primary service and maintenance contact for Trane Technologies customers in a defined market with a diverse commercial base including Healthcare, Process Manufacturing Facilities, Education Institutions, and Office Complexes. You will be commissioning, troubleshooting, repairing, and starting up HVAC Automation systems in a commercial environment. In order to perform your tasks you will utilize your knowledge of air conditioning theory, mechanical layouts, control platforms and logic. This position affords you the opportunity to work with internal and external partners ranging from new facility set ups to existing facility retro fits. Trane affords you the opportunity to work directly for a leading manufacturer, giving you access to technical support, training on newest technology and comprehensive career paths with opportunity for growth.
What you will bring
- •A High School Diploma or equivalent, or certificate of completion from an accredited technical school is required. Typically requires at least 10 plus years of experience in Automation and HVAC. Technical School or formal training is preferred.
- •Operating knowledge of Microsoft office software and working proficiency with hand held computer (i.e. Smartphone, iPad).
- •Must possess a valid driver’s license for a minimum of 12 months, with no major or frequent traffic violations including, but not limited to: DUI, Hit & Run, License Suspension, Reckless / Careless Driving or multiple smaller infractions or preventable collisions in the previous 3 years.
- •EPA Certification Preferred (e.g. HVAC Journeyman, Boiler Operator, Gas Installer etc.).
No Sales Commission Eligible
No
Thrive at work and at home
- •Benefits kick in on DAY ONE for you and your family, including health insurance and holistic wellness programs that include generous incentives – WE DARE TO CARE!
- •Family building benefits include fertility coverage and adoption/surrogacy assistance.
- •Paid time off includes up to 15 vacation days, paid holidays, sick leave, and additional options to support volunteer and parental leave.
- •401K match up, educational and training opportunities through company programs along with tuition assistance and student debt support.
Safety Sensitive Role
No The company designates certain roles as Safety Sensitive. Safety Sensitive roles may require that you pass additional drug screening.