General Job Description

Electrical/Plumbing/HVAC Technician Trainee

Location: Lakeland, FL

Company: IES Residential - Florida Education Center

Job Type: Full-time

Are you looking for a great company that values its employees?

Do you want the opportunity to learn and grow? IES Residential may be the right fit for you! IES Residential is one of the nation’s leading electrical, plumbing, and HVAC construction companies, and we are seeking motivated individuals to join our team at the Florida Education Center in Lakeland, FL.

Why Choose Us?

At IES Residential, our people are our strength. We demonstrate our commitment to employees by:

• Making safety our #1 priority
• Offering competitive pay and great benefits
• Providing structured training, mentorship, and career growth
• Fostering a supportive company culture that values teamwork and learning

About the Role

We are hiring Residential Electrical/Plumbing/HVAC Technician Trainees who are eager to build careers in the skilled trades. As a trainee, you’ll gain hands-on experience and classroom instruction while contributing to the daily operations of our Education Center.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist licensed technicians with installation, maintenance, and repair of electrical, plumbing, and HVAC systems
• Learn and follow safety procedures, tool usage, and building code requirements
• Support job site setup, cleanup, and material handling
• Report to the Education Center on time every day
• Assist with daily setup, cleanup, and Education Center maintenance during non-class weeks
• Maintain excellent attendance and reliability, as consistent presence is essential

Minimum Education

None

Minimum Years of Experience

0-2

Specific Qualifications

Qualifications

Required:

• High school diploma or GED
• Strong interest in a career in the electrical, plumbing, or HVAC trades
• Reliability, punctuality, and a professional attitude
• Ability to follow instructions, work in a team, and maintain an organized environment
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation

Preferred (but not required):

• Prior vocational training, hands-on trade experience, or construction background

What We Offer

• Paid training and mentorship in electrical, plumbing, and HVAC trades
• Opportunities for career advancement and industry certifications
• Competitive wages and benefits
• A positive team culture built on growth and respect

Take the First Step Toward a Rewarding Career!

Join IES Residential in Lakeland, FL, and begin your journey toward becoming a skilled trades professional.

License Required

Yes

Job Locations

US-FL-Lakeland

Company Overview

IES Residential, Inc. is one of the nation's largest and most respected electrical, plumbing, HVAC, solar, and cable solutions providers for single-family homes and multi-family complexes since 1973. We provide comprehensive integrated solutions that light up our world. We make homes come to life.

IES is a national provider of industrial products and infrastructure services to a variety of end markets, including electrical, mechanical and communications contracting solutions for the commercial, industrial, residential and renewable energy markets. IES is publicly traded on NASDAQ under the symbol IESC. As of the end of IES’s 2024 fiscal year ending September 30, 2024, IES produced over $2.8 billion in revenue and employed over 9,400 employees at over 131 domestic locations across the United States. IES is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer: Minorities, Females, Gender Identity, Sexual Orientation, Individuals with Disabilities, Protected Veterans Encouraged to Apply.

From office buildings to wind farms, industrial complexes to housing developments, our employees and design professionals design, build, and maintain the systems that empower lives.

Our commitment to our employees is reflected by our actions:

• Safety is Priority One – and our record shows it
• Competitive Pay
• Company 401K plan with Employer Contribution Match
• Company Paid Time Off
• Company Paid Life Insurance
• Choice of Medical Coverage including Prescription and Short Term Disability Plans
• Choice of Dental and Vision Coverage
• Optional Long-term Disability, Critical Illness, Accident, Legal and Pet Coverage
• Auto and Home Insurance Discount Programs

EEO Statement

PLEASE NO AGENCY CALLS.

NOTE TO ALL AGENCIES: Any unsolicited agency resumes or agency represented candidates that are presented to any IES employee without first having a signed contract between that agency and the IES Talent Acquisition organization will become the property of IES and no fees will be paid.

EEO & Affirmative Action

The IES policy on equal employment opportunity prohibits discrimination based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, sexual orientation, individuals with disabilities, protected veterans, or any other protected status or characteristic. This policy applies to recruiting, hiring, transfers, promotions, terminations, compensation, benefits, and all other terms and conditions of employment, and also states that retaliation against any employee who files a complaint regarding possible violations of this policy will not be tolerated. IES is also committed to taking affirmative steps to promote the employment of minorities, women, individuals with disabilities, and protected veterans. IES develops affirmative action programs to support its commitment to equal employment opportunity, consistent with company policy and the company’s obligations as a contractor to the United States government.

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Disability Accommodation

IES is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. IES provides reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Assistance Act of 1974 and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. Applicants who need accommodation in the job application process should contact the IES corporate office at (713) 860-1500 or any IES office to request assistance.

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