Part Time Operations Assistant (Paid Apprenticeship) – Commercial HVAC at Rabine Mechanical Solutions LLC

Crystal Lake, Illinois, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

08 May, 26

Salary

22.0

Posted On

07 Feb, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Reliable, Motivated, Willing To Learn, Physical Work, Basic Computer Skills, Interest In Construction, Interest In HVAC, Interest In Project Management

Industry

Building Equipment Contractors

Description

Description Summary/Objective This is a part time paid apprenticeship for someone who wants real experience, real skills, and a real career path. Not a dead-end warehouse job. Not a temporary helper role. As a Part Time Operations Assistant, you’ll support our commercial HVAC operations by helping in the warehouse, delivering materials, assisting on job sites, and learning how HVAC projects are planned, priced, and executed. If you show up, work hard, and want to learn, this role can grow into Project Management or Estimating. *No HVAC experience required. We’ll train the right person. Essential Functions What You’ll Be Doing Warehouse & Materials Keep the warehouse clean, organized, and safe Receive and stage materials and equipment Help track inventory and identify shortages Load and unload trucks and equipment Deliveries & Jobsite Support Deliver materials and tools to job sites Perform material haul-offs and jobsite cleanup Assist technicians and project teams as extra hands Help with jobsite setup, staging, and organization Parts & Purchasing Support Assist with ordering parts and materials Pick up parts from suppliers when needed Verify materials match job needs and purchase orders Safety Support Help maintain safe, clean job sites Assist with staging PPE and safety equipment Follow and support company safety policies Speak up if something doesn’t look safe Learning Estimating & Projects Help gather jobsite information for estimates Assist with material lists and basic takeoffs Learn how labor and materials turn into pricing Participate in job reviews to understand what went right and wrong What Success Looks Like in This Role You’re successful when: The warehouse is organized and materials are easy to find Materials show up to job sites on time and in the right place Technicians and project teams trust you and rely on you Job sites are cleaner and safer because you were there You’re learning more each month and taking on more responsibility You’re clearly progressing toward project coordination or estimating work What We’re Looking For Reliable, motivated, and willing to learn Comfortable with physical, hands-on work Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation Basic computer skills (email, spreadsheets) Interest in construction, HVAC, or project management Requirements Qualifications: Nice to Have (Not Required) Warehouse or construction experience Familiarity with tools or job sites Trade school or technical coursework Forklift experience or willingness to be trained Why This Is a Good Opportunity Paid apprenticeship with real responsibility $18–$22/hour with clear room to grow Learn skills that lead to real careers, not just jobs Work alongside experienced technicians and managers Clear path to Project Coordinator, Project Manager, or Estimator roles Growth Path This role is designed to grow. High performers will be given more responsibility, more learning opportunities, and a clear path into: Project coordination Estimating Operations leadership *If you want to build something long-term and aren’t afraid of hard work, we want to talk to you. Other Duties Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Work Environment This job operates in a professional office setting. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines. This position involves working outdoors in a variety of weather conditions, including extreme heat, cold, rain, and snow. Travel to onsite work locations is required, both within the state and occasionally out of state. Reliable transportation and flexibility with travel schedules are essential. All necessary safety equipment and training will be provided to ensure a secure and productive work environment. Physical Demands This role requires the individual to express or exchange ideas by means of the spoken word; those activities where detailed or important spoken instructions must be conveyed to other workers accurately, loudly, or quickly. This role requires the individual to make substantial movements (motions) of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers often. The worker is required to have close visual acuity to perform an activity such as: preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewing a computer terminal; and/or extensive reading. Candidates must be comfortable performing physically demanding tasks in various weather conditions year-round. Responsibilities include frequent lifting and carrying of materials or equipment weighing up to 75 lbs, regular climbing and working from ladders, and extended periods of standing, walking, bending, and kneeling. Position Type and Expected Hours of Work 40 hours per week, Monday through Friday Travel Local travel is required for this role. EEO Statement The Rabine Group and its companies is an equal opportunity employer.

Responsibilities

The Part Time Operations Assistant will support commercial HVAC operations by assisting in the warehouse, delivering materials, and helping on job sites. The role includes learning about HVAC project planning, pricing, and execution.