HVAC Truck Based Chiller Journeyman Mechanic (union)

Johnson Controls • Des Moines, IA

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About The Position

Johnson Controls Inc. is seeking a skilled HVAC technician to support its North American HVAC business. The mechanic will service commercial HVAC systems and chillers, including air-cooled and water-cooled chillers, air handling units (AHUs), and rooftop ducted units. The role includes startup, commissioning, troubleshooting, repairs, and aftermarket service, with a focus on delivering high-quality customer service and improving facility efficiency. The mechanic will advise customers, recommend solutions, provide quotes, and identify upselling opportunities. Travel may be required 10% to 20% to support customer startup, commissioning, and aftermarket troubleshooting. The position provides factory certification and training through Johnson Controls’ Service Technical Academy (STA), along with tools, uniforms, and a company vehicle. Benefits are provided through a local labor union under a collective bargaining agreement. The stated pay rate is $47.20 per hour, determined by the CBA/rate sheet.

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 three years of practical experience working on commercial and/or ducted products, air-cooled and/or water-cooled chillers, AHUs, or rooftop ducted units.
• Strong HVAC/mechanical troubleshooting experience.
• Ability to repair centrifugal compressors, steam turbines, and screw chiller system components.
• Ability to pass a knowledge examination assessing proficiencies.
• Attention to detail and strong interpersonal, digital, and written communication skills.
• Ability to communicate problems, causes, and corrective actions to customers and provide customer quotes.
• Self-starter with a desire to learn and apply knowledge on the job.
• Universal EPA refrigerant license, applicable state or local licensing, and a valid driver’s license.
• Willingness to travel 10% to 20% as needed.

Responsibilities

• Perform startup, commissioning, troubleshooting, and aftermarket service for HVAC products and systems.
• Service commercial and/or ducted products, air-cooled and/or water-cooled chillers, AHUs, and rooftop ducted units.
• Repair centrifugal compressors, steam turbines, screw chillers, and system components.
• Resolve facility inefficiencies and service-related issues for customers.
• Advise customers on solutions and outcomes during commissioning and aftermarket service.
• Recommend solutions to improve facility efficiency and provide customer quotes.
• Travel as needed to support branch customers’ startup, commissioning, and aftermarket troubleshooting activities.
• Communicate customer problems, causes, and corrective actions in written and interpersonal communications.
• Work collaboratively with local market mechanics and participate in training and career development programs.
• Prioritize safety in all work.

Benefits

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

What This Job Offers

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