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Controls Technician

Trane Technologies

Waynesboro, VAJob$18.09–54.26/hrSeen todaySeen in employer's feed today

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At a glance

Compensation
$18.09–54.26/hr
Location
Waynesboro, VA
Work Authorization
Not specified

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Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Valid Driver's License

Job overview

The Controls Technician commissions, programs, tests, troubleshoots, and services building control systems at customer locations. The role includes documenting verification and closeout work, coordinating installations and repairs with customers and team leaders, and maintaining current knowledge of Trane products. It requires a high school diploma or equivalent and typically 3–5 years of HVAC/Controls experience; technical school or formal training is preferred.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Microsoft OfficeHandheld ComputersHVAC/ControlsDDC Controls Systems

Qualifications

High School Diploma or Equivalent3+ Years HVAC/Controls ExperienceTechnical School or Formal TrainingValid Driver's LicenseLicense Held 12+ Months

Benefits

Medical Insurance
Paid Time Off
401(k) Match
Tuition Assistance

Full job description

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 (https://www.tranetechnologies.com/) , and through our businesses including Trane® (http://www.trane.com/index.html) and Thermo King (http://www.thermoking.com/na/en.html) , 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 (http://careers.tranetechnologies.com/global/en/benefits) designed for you to Thrive at work and at home.

We boldly go.

Where is the work:

Field-based: Work is conducted on-site at customer locations.

What's in it for you:

As a world leader in creating comfortable, sustainable, and efficient environments, it's our responsibility to put the planet first. For us at Trane Technologies, 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.

What you will do:

  • Responsible for commissioning, programming, setting up graphics, communications link, end to end testing, troubleshooting and servicing on assigned projects.

  • Responsible for documenting point to point verification, sequence of operations validation and job close out requirements.

  • 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, diagnosing and repairing equipment and systems at customer’s location.

  • Coordinates with team leader and customer to precisely understand requirements for all on-site installation and repairs by forecasting issues, gathering materials and synchronizing on-site work.

  • Keeps current on Trane products concerning installation, operation, maintenance, service, and repair of direct digital control systems.

  • Continually enforces safety to the highest standards and maintains security and accountability of company issued and procured assets by recording use, wear and conditions.

  • Displays team effort and dedication to customers by maintaining flexibility to work overtime and weeks as the business requires, including occasional overnight stays.

What you will bring:

  • A High School Diploma or equivalent required, and typically at least 3-5 years of experience in HVAC/Controls. 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.

  • Previous experience with DDC controls system preferred.

Annual Base Salary Range or Hourly Base Pay Range:

$18.09 - $54.26

Compensation Type:

Hourly

Incentive Eligible:

No

Sales Commission Eligible:

No

Disclaimer : We strive to provide competitive compensation for this position, tailored to a variety of factors. The actual compensation will depend on elements such as seniority, merit, geographic location, education, experience, travel requirements, and union designation. Our compensation range is generally based on the national average for the country. Additionally, benefits may vary depending on the region, business alignment, union involvement, and employee status.

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.

Disclaimer: Benefit offerings may vary by site as well as Collective Bargaining Agreements and local/state regulations

Safety Sensitive Role:

Yes

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

We offer competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits and programs. We are an equal opportunity employer; all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, pregnancy, age, marital status, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any legally protected status.

How this job compares

Set against the 457 open Controls Technician jobs on Olive Jobs, counted October 27, 2026.

Pay
  • This posting$18.09–54.26/hr
  • Virginia median$33–58/hr28 hourly ranges
  • US median$33–48/hr217 hourly ranges

This range's midpoint, $36.17/hr, is 20% below the Virginia median midpoint ($45/hr) — in the lowest quarter of Controls Technician hourly ranges in Virginia.

Openings
Olive Jobs lists 35 open Controls Technician jobs in Virginia and 457 across the US. Under 1% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
Hiring the most in Virginia
Experience
This posting asks for at least 3 years of experience; Controls Technician postings that state a minimum ask for 3 years at the median (354 postings).
Education
This posting asks for a high school diploma; 198 of the 457 open Controls Technician jobs (43%) ask for a high school diploma or higher.

Counted across the open, public US postings on Olive Jobs on October 27, 2026. Pay medians are the middle values of the low ends and of the high ends of postings that list both ends of a range in the same cadence (a yearly salary or an hourly rate); a range's midpoint is halfway between its ends. Pay and experience figures resting on fewer than 20 postings are left out.

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