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Facilities Controls Technician III

Trane Technologies · La Crosse, WI

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Level
Technician
Team
Controls
Base pay
$49k–$87k
Degree
Required
Industry
Industrial
Posted
Yesterday

The role in 30 seconds

A technician-level controls role at Trane Technologies (industrial) in La Crosse, WI. Study blueprints, manuals or other specifications to determine installation or system modification procedures.

They ask for
degree required
Tools it names
PLC, AutoCAD
Base pay
$49k–$87k
Day to day
some off-shift / weekend coverage

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From the plant jobs report · week of November 2, 2026

Maintenance Technician roles in Wisconsin: typical posted base $54k–$86k. This one lists $49k–$87k.

Median of the low and high ends of 3 live postings that list pay, out of 93 maintenance technician openings in Wisconsin, read from manufacturers' own careers sites.

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How this role compares

Against 12 other live controls postings in Wisconsin.

Experience asked
Not stated

Similar roles usually ask 5+ years.

Skills these teams ask for most

  • ✓ PLC 85%
  • Automation 77%
  • Team leadership 46%
  • Robotics 31%
  • Welding 23%

✓ = this posting asks for it too. % = share of similar postings that mention it.

Stands out: this posting asks for Union environment, which few similar roles mention. If you have it, lead with it.

At a glance

Off-shift / weekend coverage

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This plant: Trane Technologies in La Crosse

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Job Summary

The primary role of the Facilities Controls Technician is to assist in the build of facilities and sub-systems for Laboratory Test facilities that support product development for Commercial Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning (CVHAC) Products. This role requires a high level of problem-solving, troubleshooting, organization and collaboration and works closely with Engineering and other Lab personnel to complete projects.

Core Job

Qualifications

· Associate’s Degree in Electromechanical Technology (or related technical discipline) and at least 5-years of work experience in industrial facilities or R&D product test operations is required.

· Industrial Maintenance Certificate is a plus.

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Be a part of our mission! As a world leader in creating comfortable, sustainable, and efficient climate solutions for buildings, homes and transportation, it's our responsibility to put the planet first. For us at Trane Technologies , and through our businesses including Trane® and Thermo King , 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.

Learn about our benefits designed for you to Thrive at work and at home.

We boldly go.

Where is the work

On-Site (5 days)

(others may be added)

· Specify power and control equipment and design facility control systems for new Laboratory test facilities.

· Install, Troubleshoot, Maintain and Repair the following devices and systems:

o Fieldbus devices and systems

o Sensors

o Relay Logic

o Instrumentation and Process Controls

o AC and DC motors, controls, and drives

o Motion Control systems

o Safety systems

· Perform programming, basic design, and troubleshooting of the following devices and systems:

o Programmable Logic Controller (PLC’s)

o Human Machine Interface (HMI’s)

o Variable Frequency Drives (VFD’s)

o Motion Control Systems

o Instrumentation and Process Controls

· Read, interpret and create schematics, understand documentation principles at advanced level.

· Study blueprints, manuals or other specifications to determine installation or system modification procedures.

· Identify, specify and order parts for new installation or replacement.

Key Competencies

· Experience working with Allen Bradley PLC’s and supporting controls devices.

· Proficiency with Autodesk products (AutoCAD, AutoCAD Electrical, and Inventor) is preferred.

· Strong industrial electronic and mechanical background.

· Ability to read/write, understand and interpret schematics and manuals.

· Good working knowledge of hand and power tools.

· Proficiency with Microsoft Office products (Excel, Word, and Outlook) required, with desire to learn basic programming in Visual Basic is preferred.

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

Yes The company designates certain roles as Safety Sensitive. Safety Sensitive roles may require that you pass additional drug screening.

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