HVAC Truck Based Chiller Journeyman Mechanic (union)

Johnson Controls • Cedar Rapids, IA

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About The Position

Johnson Controls is hiring a journeyman mechanic to support its North American HVAC business. The role services commercial HVAC products and chiller systems, including during startup, commissioning, troubleshooting, and aftermarket service. The mechanic works with customers and local-market colleagues to address facility inefficiencies, resolve service issues, and recommend solutions, including providing quotes and identifying upselling opportunities. Travel may be required for customer startup, commissioning, and troubleshooting support. The role requires membership in, or willingness to join, the United Association of Journeymen and Apprentices of the Plumbing and Pipe Fitting Industry. The position offers factory certification and training through Johnson Controls’ Service Technical Academy (STA), with recognition, monetary rewards, and advancement opportunities. Pay is $47.20 per hour, determined by the applicable collective bargaining agreement/rate sheet. Benefits are provided through a local labor union aligned with a collective bargaining agreement.

Requirements

• 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 working experience with commercial and/or ducted HVAC products, air-cooled and/or water-cooled chillers, air handling units (AHUs), or rooftop ducted units.
• Strong HVAC/mechanical troubleshooting experience.
• Ability to repair centrifugal compressors, steam turbines, and screw chiller system components.
• Pass a knowledge examination assessing proficiencies.
• Universal EPA refrigerant license.
• Applicable state or local licensing.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Attention to detail and interpersonal, digital, and written communication skills.
• Ability to communicate customer problems, causes, and corrective actions.
• Self-starter with a desire to learn and apply knowledge on the job.
• Commitment to safety.

Nice To Haves

• Willingness to enroll in training programs and Johnson Controls’ Service Technical Academy (STA) to develop knowledge of HVAC products and sales quoting.

Responsibilities

• Perform startup, commissioning, troubleshooting, and aftermarket service for HVAC products and chiller systems.
• Provide customers with high-quality service to address facility inefficiencies and service-related issues.
• Recommend solutions and outcomes during commissioning and aftermarket service, including opportunities to improve facility efficiency and upsell.
• Prepare quotes to support customer recommendations and solutions.
• Support branch customers with startup, commissioning, and aftermarket troubleshooting activities, including travel as needed.
• Communicate customer problems, causes, and corrective actions in writing and verbally.
• Work collaboratively with other local-market mechanics.
• Participate in JCI’s Service Plus Rewards program.
• Prioritize safety in all work.

Benefits

• Factory certification and training through the Service Technical Academy (STA), 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.

What This Job Offers

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