HVAC Mechanical Service Tech Journeyman (union)

Johnson Controls • Milwaukee, WI

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About The Position

Johnson Controls is hiring an HVAC Mechanical Service Tech Journeyman to support its growing North American HVAC business. The role provides commercial HVACR service, including maintenance, repair, and replacement of commercial heating and cooling systems. Work may include light or heavy commercial mechanical equipment and, in partnership with Journeymen, repair of centrifugal, steam turbine, and open-drive screw chillers. The position also involves troubleshooting systems, addressing facility inefficiencies, and advising customers on service solutions and equipment performance. The role may require travel to support customer activities, troubleshooting, installation, and repair. Johnson Controls provides factory certification through its Service Technical Academy, tools, uniforms, and a company vehicle. Benefits are provided through a local labor union under a collective bargaining agreement.

Requirements

• Must be a member of, or willing to join, Local 601 Milwaukee Steamfitters & Refrigeration.
• At least five years of commercial and/or industrial mechanical troubleshooting experience in the HVAC industry.
• Practical working experience with commercial mechanical equipment, including HVAC piping, plumbing, pipefitting, or mechanical equipment service.
• Experience with rooftop units, pumps, fans, towers, boilers, chillers, compressors, and plumbing.
• Ability to perform mechanical shaft alignment on pumps, fans, and compressors using dial indicators or similar equipment.
• Ability to use vibration equipment to troubleshoot drivelines.
• Ability to pass a knowledge examination assessing proficiencies; may also be required to pass an examination identifying special skills.
• Universal EPA refrigerant license.
• Applicable state or local licenses.
• Valid driver's license.
• Strong attention to detail and interpersonal, digital, and written communication skills.
• Self-starter with a desire to learn and apply knowledge on the job.
• Willingness to learn and take responsibility for troubleshooting, repair, and aftermarket services.
• Willingness to travel 15% to 30% as needed.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, repair, and provide aftermarket services for commercial HVAC systems and mechanical equipment.
• Perform maintenance, repair, and replacement services on commercial heating and cooling systems.
• Provide customer service to resolve facility inefficiencies and service-related issues.
• Recommend solutions to help facilities run efficiently, including identifying upselling opportunities.
• Prepare quotes supporting customer recommendations and solutions.
• Communicate customer problems, causes, and corrective actions in interpersonal, digital, and written formats.
• Work with local market mechanics, servicemen, and apprentices.
• Participate in training programs to develop HVAC product knowledge and sales-quoting skills.
• Travel as needed to support branch customer activities, troubleshooting, installation, and repair.
• Prioritize safety in all work.

Benefits

• Factory certification through the Service Technical Academy, with recognition, monetary rewards, and advancement opportunities.
• Incentive programs.
• Tools, uniforms, and a company vehicle.
• Benefits provided through a local labor union aligned with a collective bargaining agreement.
• Career development and training programs.

What This Job Offers

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