HVAC Truck-Based Journeyman Mechanic (Union)

About the role

Johnson Controls, a global leader in thermal management, mission-critical building systems, energy efficiency, and decarbonization, helps customers use energy more productively, reduce carbon emissions, and operate with the precision and resilience required in rapidly expanding industries such as data centers, healthcare, pharmaceuticals, advanced manufacturing, and higher education.

For more than 140 years, Johnson Controls has delivered performance where it really matters. Backed by advanced technology, lifecycle services and an industry-leading field organization, we elevate customer performance, turn goals into real-world results and help move society forward.

Johnson Controls Inc. is looking for forward-thinking talent to join our organization to support the fast-growing HVAC business in North America.

JCI is committed to the health and safety of all employees, customers, partners, and the communities we serve.

At Johnson Controls you’ll have the chance to work on light commercial and/or heavy commercial teams with the most advanced heavy commercial and cutting-edge industrial equipment. Our talented people empower us, and we believe in being part of a team that is open, collaborative, results-oriented, hardworking and above all fun.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance, repair and replacement services on commercial heating and cooling systems.
• Provide our customers with the highest level of service to solve facility inefficiencies and resolve service-related items.
• As a trusted advisor to our customers, provide solutions and outcomes at the time of commissioning and aftermarket service.
• Provide recommendations and solutions to ensure the facility is running efficiently, including upselling opportunities.
• Provide quotes to support recommendations and solutions.
• Work with other local market mechanics as well as Servicemen and apprentices.

Requirements

• Practical work experience in the HVAC trade, including HVAC piping, plumbing, pipefitting and/or the mechanical equipment service industry.
• Practical working experience with light commercial or commercial mechanical equipment. May be required to satisfactorily pass an examination to identify special skills.
• Scope of work shall be limited to commercial HVACR service. Servicemen may partner with Journeymen in the repair of centrifugal, steam turbines, and open-drive screw chillers.
• Must be a member or willing to join the United Association of Journeymen and Apprentices of the Plumbing and Pipe Fitting Industry of the United States and Canada, AFL-CIO.
• Be a dedicated member of a North America Branch team willing to learn and be responsible for system troubleshooting, repair and aftermarket services for this fast-growing business.
• Minimum of Three (3) years Commercial and/or industrial, mechanical troubleshooting experience in the HVAC industry. This includes Rooftop units, pumps, fans, towers, boilers, chillers, compressors, plumbing.
• Mechanical shaft alignment using dial indicators, etc. of pumps, fans, Compressors.
• Able to use vibration equipment to troubleshoot drivelines.
• Travel maybe required 10% to 20% to support Branch Customers activities, troubleshooting, installation and repair.
• You will be required to pass a knowledge examination to assess proficiencies.
• You will enroll in training programs to gain knowledge in HVAC products and sales quoting.
• Attention to detail through interpersonal, digital, and written skills. Able to write and communicate to the customer problem, cause, and corrective actions.
• Able to provide quotes to customers and participate in JCI’s Service Plus Rewards program.
• Self-starter with a passion/ desire to learn and apply on the job.
• Prioritize safety in all forms.
• Universal EPA refrigerants license, applicable state or local licensing, and valid driver's license.

Benefits

• Factory certification through our Service Technical Academy (STA) with recognition, monetary rewards, and advancement.
• Incentive programs and a #1 focus on employee safety.
• Tools, uniforms, and a company vehicle to perform your job and service our customers to the highest standard.
• Benefits are provided through a local labor union aligned with a collective bargaining agreement.
• Opportunity to invest in career development.

The hourly rate is determined by the CBA/rate sheet. The posted salary range reflects the target compensation for this role. However, we recognize that exceptional candidates may bring unique skills and experiences that exceed the typical profile. If you believe your background warrants consideration beyond the stated range, we encourage you to apply. To support an efficient and fair hiring process, we may use technology assisted tools, including artificial intelligence (AI), to help identify and evaluate candidates. All hiring decisions are ultimately made by human reviewers.