HVAC Equipment Service Apprentice

Johnson Controls • Horsham, PA

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About The Position

Johnson Controls is seeking an apprentice to gain HVAC knowledge and learn from experienced industry professionals. The role includes factory certification through the Service Technical Academy (STA), along with tools and a vehicle to perform service work. The apprentice helps customers resolve building inefficiencies and service issues, providing recommendations and solutions at the time of service.

Apprentices receive training and perform work on HVAC mechanical equipment and controls at client sites. Through certified training, coaching, and mentorship, they build technical and customer-service skills, with opportunities for recognition, monetary rewards, and advancement. The role also involves communicating job progress and issues to Johnson Controls, contractors, and customers; attending required first-year Union training; and providing recommendations and quotes, including opportunities to improve facility efficiency.

Requirements

• Must be a member of, 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.
• At least 1 year of industry experience or experience servicing mechanical systems in the HVAC industry.
• Generally required knowledge of mechanical HVAC systems, facilities management systems, site preparation, and peripheral equipment installation and servicing techniques.
• Effective interpersonal skills to represent Johnson Controls ethically and professionally to customers and outside contacts.
• Leadership skills to support Mechanics working on non-complex, non-critical mechanical HVAC equipment at a job site.
• Self-starter with the ability to eventually work independently.
• Prioritize safety in all forms.
• Valid driver’s license.

Nice To Haves

• 1–2 years of trade school or college with a technical emphasis.

Responsibilities

• Train and perform work on HVAC mechanical equipment and controls at client sites.
• Participate in certified training through the Service Technical Academy.
• Develop troubleshooting skills and resolve technical issues and customer needs through coaching and mentorship.
• Keep Johnson Controls, contractors, and customers informed of job progress and issues as needed.
• Meet attendance requirements for required first-year Union training.
• Provide recommendations and solutions to help facilities run efficiently, including identifying upselling opportunities.
• Provide quotes to support recommendations and solutions.
• Prioritize safety while performing job duties.

Benefits

• Benefits are provided through a local labor union aligned with a collective bargaining agreement.
• Tools and a vehicle are provided for the job.
• Factory certification and training through the Service Technical Academy.
• Opportunities for recognition, monetary rewards, and advancement.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed