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Ductless Technical Specialist

Trane Technologies · WI · $60,800–$126,000 a year · Full time

Posted Aug 21, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Oct 6, 2026

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About your past

Tell me about a time you turned around an unhappy customer.

What they are checking: Whether they can restore customer satisfaction, which the posting names as a key duty.

Tell me about a time you worked with an internal team to fix a problem that kept coming back.

What they are checking: Whether they work with the fulfillment team to fix root causes, not just individual jobs.

What would you do

A contractor calls frustrated because a ductless unit keeps faulting after install. How do you troubleshoot?

What they are checking: Whether they work through the problem logically, from wiring and refrigerant to settings, while keeping the customer calm.

How do you handle a contractor who insists the problem is the equipment when you think it's the install?

What they are checking: Whether they can be honest about the cause while keeping the relationship strong.

The role is field-based across the Upper Midwest. How do you plan your week when calls come in from all over?

What they are checking: Whether they can manage travel and time well across a large territory.

How would you train a contractor team that's new to Trane ductless products?

What they are checking: Whether they can teach clearly so contractors get it right on their own.

About the work

Walk me through how you would start up a VRF system after a contractor finishes the install.

What they are checking: Whether they know the startup steps well enough to make sure systems run right from day one.

What are the most common install mistakes you see on ductless and VRF systems?

What they are checking: Whether they know where things go wrong in the field and can help contractors avoid them.

How do you check refrigerant piping and charge on a VRF system?

What they are checking: Whether they understand the technical details that cause many VRF failures.

What metrics would you track to show the post-sale ductless process is working?

What they are checking: Whether they can measure things like startup success and callbacks, as the posting asks them to monitor process.

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The full job description

As published by Trane Technologies.

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: Field-based: Work is conducted on-site at customer locations. Trane Upper Midwest Region is hiring a Ductless Technical Specialist to join the team. In this position you will work closely with our contractor customers and internal fulfillment team to ensure proper installation and startup of Trane VRF and Ductless products. What will you do: • Participate in VRF/Ductless post sales product success. • Monitor, and measure process and process measurements to effectively and efficiently meet customer needs regarding all post sales ductless activity including but not limited to startup and beyond. • Maintain customer satisfaction by investigating concerns, advising corrective action, and communicating with customers, and co-workers. • Provide commercial and high-level technical product sales training to area office personnel and customers as required. • Conduct field training for customers in the installation and troubleshooting of VRF and Ductless products. • Ability to troubleshoot VRF and Ductless products. • Assist customers in the startup and commissioning of VRF and ductless products. • Build consultative relationships and trust with owners and contracting customers. • Support area office performance by coaching sales personnel in competent VRF product sales, application, and customer support. • Administration of warranty process and all post sales activity for ductless business. • Participate in the METUS DSG program as a representative for your area/region. • Work with submittals and equipment selections to support internal and external business processes • Proactively communicate with all stakeholders while working with various projects and provide detailed reports • Engage and build relationships with various resources throughout METUS and Trane • May be required to become a certified technical trainer What will you bring? • Minimum of 5 years of HVAC installation, service and/or troubleshooting • VRF Experience is preferred, but not an absolute requirement • Working knowledge of all facets of construction including mechanical, electrical, plumbing systems, etc. preferred. • Must be able to travel throughout assigned territory. Preferred home base near Chicagoland but can be flexible here within Upper Midwest Region. • Great public speaking and presenting experience is required • This is primarily a field support role, with daily travel is required. Overnight travel to meet the business needs. • 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 / Carless Driving, or multiple smaller infractions or preventable collisions in the previous 3 years. Annual Base Salary Range or Hourly Base Pay Range: $60,800.00 - $126,000.00 Compensation Type: Salary 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: No 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.

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