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Trane Technologies plc

Change Agent

Columbia, SC · On-site

The OpEx Change Agent is responsible for assisting production supervisors and production leaders in transforming their line or area, as well as sustaining improvements through the implementation of ...

Trane Technologies plc

Change Agent

Columbia, SC

The OpEx Change Agent is responsible for assisting production supervisors and production leaders in transforming their line or area, as well as sustaining improvements through the implementation of ...

trane technologies

Change Agent

Columbia, SC · On-site

The OpEx Change Agent is responsible for assisting production supervisors and production leaders in transforming their line or area, as well as sustaining improvements through the implementation of ...

Trane Technologies plc

Senior Change Agent

Tyler, TX · On-site

As a Senior Change Agent, you will champion our Lean transformation as a cultural leader-someone who inspires, mentors, and equips others to embrace new ways of thinking and working. You will guide ...

Trane Technologies plc

Senior Change Agent

Tyler, TX

As a Senior Change Agent, you will champion our Lean transformation as a cultural leader-someone who inspires, mentors, and equips others to embrace new ways of thinking and working. You will guide ...

trane technologies

Senior Change Agent

Tyler, TX · On-site

As a Senior Change Agent, you will champion our Lean transformation as a cultural leader-someone who inspires, mentors, and equips others to embrace new ways of thinking and working. You will guide ...

Snhu

Student - Agent of Change

Lumberton, NC

$13 - $15/hr

The opportunity The Office of Diversity Programs (ODP) at Southern New Hampshire University is seeking a motivated and inclusive student to serve as an Agent of Change. This role provides a dynamic ...

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How much do change agent jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 8, 2026, the average yearly pay for change agent in the United States is $61,957.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $48,000.00 and $79,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Change Agent vs Process Improvement Specialist?

AspectChange AgentProcess Improvement Specialist
CredentialsOften requires certifications like Prosci or Six Sigma Green BeltTypically holds Six Sigma Green/Black Belt or Lean certifications
Work EnvironmentWorks across departments to facilitate change initiativesFocuses on analyzing and optimizing existing processes
Employer & Industry UsageUsed in various industries for organizational changeCommon in manufacturing, healthcare, and business sectors

While both roles aim to improve organizational effectiveness, a Change Agent drives broader change initiatives across departments, whereas a Process Improvement Specialist concentrates on refining specific processes. The roles often overlap, especially when process changes are part of larger organizational transformations.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a change agent, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Change Agent, you need a solid understanding of organizational development, project management, and process improvement, often supported by experience in change management methodologies such as Prosci or certifications like CCMP. Familiarity with tools such as project management software, data analytics platforms, and change tracking systems is typically required. Exceptional communication, influence, and resilience are crucial soft skills for building consensus and navigating resistance. These skills and qualities are vital to effectively drive transformation, ensure stakeholder buy-in, and achieve sustainable organizational change.

What is a change agent?

A change agent helps their organization adjust to business transitions and innovations. Although change agents are often business leaders in upper management, anyone in an organization can be a change agent by merely helping in the effort to initiate and manage changes. As a change agent, your duties include identifying the need for change, persuading colleagues that coming changes are necessary and beneficial, creating a workplace environment that is open to change, translating vision into strategy, and turning strategies into specific project plans of action.

What are some common challenges a change agent faces when implementing new initiatives, and how can they be overcome?

Change Agents often encounter resistance from employees who are hesitant to adopt new processes or who fear the impact of change on their roles. Building trust through transparent communication, involving key stakeholders early, and providing ongoing support are essential strategies for overcoming these obstacles. Additionally, aligning the change initiative with organizational goals and celebrating small wins can help maintain momentum and foster a culture open to change.
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Infographic showing various Change Agent job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 69% Full Time, 23% Part Time, and 8% Contract. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $61,957 per year, or $29.8 per hour.

Change Agent

Trane Technologies plc

Columbia, SC • On-site

Full-time

Re-posted 17 days ago

Trane Technologies rating

8.1

Company rating: 8.1 out of 10

Based on 299 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

114th of 537 rated manufacturers

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, 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)
What's in it for you:
The OpEx Change Agent is responsible for assisting production supervisors and production leaders in transforming their line or area, as well as sustaining improvements through the implementation of tiered management systems. This role is focused on addressing future improvement needs at a line or area within their assigned areas of responsibility. This role will require 5% travel to other Trane Technologies sites.
What you will do:
  • Process & System Improvement
  • Support and enable the development and optimization of capable process and standardization of improvements through Daily Management Excellence (DME)
  • Lead the planning and execution of rapid improvement events (RIEs) at a determined pace, meeting impact and improvement targets
  • Support conducting transformation processes inclusive of scoping, training and pre-work, value stream analysis and assessment, creation of breakthrough future state vision, and execution of associated activities
  • Coach, teach, and utilize rapid improvement event standard work to ensure high levels of engagement and collaboration from RIE leaders and team members during pre-work, event week and post-work
  • Execution & Sustainment Through Management Systems
  • Drive high-quality problem solving and sustainment of improvement efforts through effective execution at mission control
  • Enable sustainment of transformation efforts through the development of systems and effective tiered management
  • Engrain all aspects of the BOS to enable and facilitate cross-functional collaboration improving safety, quality, delivery, etc.
  • Translate strategy (GDP, LRP, PGT) into action within assigned are of responsibility
  • People Development & Culture
  • Utilize, coach and teach the 6 foundational competencies to build capability across assigned area of responsibility
  • Foster culture change by supporting the development of systems that drive behavior aligned to lean principles
  • Visibly lead to highlight focus and accountability to improvement activities

What you will bring:
  • Process & System Improvement
  • Goal: Improve overall process and system efficiency of assigned lined or area
  • Objectives:
  • Plan and execute RIEs at a determined pace
  • Meet impact and improvement targets for RIEs such as cycle time, lead time, delivery, quality, and safety.
  • Increase DME maturity in assigned area of responsibly by percentage aligned with one-year glidepath in assigned line or area
  • Execution & Sustainment Through Management Systems
  • Goal: Achieve on-time execution of transformation activities and sustainment through follow-up checkpoints
  • Objectives:
  • Meet LRP 1-year glidepath improvement targets for assigned area of responsibility
  • Utilize Gemba activities to provide adequate coaching, feedback and accountability engraining and/or changing behavior aligned to lean principles
  • Ensure countermeasures for assigned RIEs deliver expected results and sustain over a 6-month period
  • People Development & Culture
  • Goal: Promote a culture for continuous improvement and development of people
  • Objectives:
  • Partner with production supervisors and leaders in area of responsibility to teach the 6 foundational competencies, coach the self-assessment and calibration process, and assist in the creation of associated actions plans
  • Support improvement of radar charts within area of scope

Annual Base Salary Range or Hourly Base Pay Range:
$51,800.00 - $93,309.99
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.
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.

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At Trane Technologies and through our businesses including Trane® and Thermo King®, we create innovative climate solutions for buildings, homes, and transportation that challenge what's possible for a sustainable world. We're a team that dares to look at the world's challenges and see impactful possibilities. We believe in a better future when we uplift others and enable our people to thrive at work and at home. We boldly go.

Industry

Industrial machinery manufacturing and machinery manufacturing

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Davidson, NC, US

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