HVAC Truck Based Chiller Journeyman Mechanic (union)

Johnson Controls • Des Moines, IA

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About The Position

Johnson Controls is hiring a union HVAC technician to support its North American HVAC business. The role involves startup, commissioning, troubleshooting, and aftermarket service for commercial HVAC products and chiller systems. The mechanic serves as a trusted customer advisor, resolving facility inefficiencies and service issues, recommending solutions, and providing quotes for recommended work. The position includes factory certification and training through Johnson Controls’ Service Technical Academy, as well as opportunities for career development and advancement. Tools, uniforms, and a company vehicle are provided. Travel may be required for branch-customer startup, commissioning, and aftermarket service activities.

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, air handling units, or rooftop ducted units.
• Strong HVAC and mechanical troubleshooting experience.
• Ability to repair centrifugal compressors, steam turbines, and screw chiller system components.
• Must pass a knowledge examination assessing job proficiencies.
• Universal EPA refrigerant license, applicable state or local licensing, and a valid driver's license.
• Strong interpersonal, digital, and written communication skills, with attention to detail.
• Self-starter with a desire to learn and apply knowledge on the job.
• Willingness to enroll in training programs and Johnson Controls’ Service Technical Academy.
• Willingness to travel 10% to 20% to support branch-customer startup, commissioning, and aftermarket troubleshooting activities.

Responsibilities

• Perform startup, commissioning, troubleshooting, and aftermarket service for HVAC products and chiller systems.
• Resolve customer facility inefficiencies and service-related issues.
• Recommend solutions to help customers operate facilities efficiently, including upselling opportunities.
• Provide quotes to customers for recommended solutions and services.
• Communicate customer problems, causes, and corrective actions in writing and verbally.
• Collaborate with local market mechanics and support branch customers.
• Prioritize safety in all work.

Benefits

• Factory certification and training 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 under a collective bargaining agreement.
• Career development opportunities.

What This Job Offers

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