HVAC Truck Based Journeyperson Mechanic

Johnson Controls • Sioux Falls, SD

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Johnson Controls Inc. is hiring an HVAC Truck Based Journeyperson Mechanic to support its commercial HVAC business in North America. This position is based in Aberdeen, South Dakota, and the selected candidate must live in or be willing to relocate to the Aberdeen area. The work is limited to commercial HVACR service, with opportunities to work on light commercial and/or heavy commercial teams and advanced commercial and industrial equipment.

The mechanic performs maintenance, repair, replacement, troubleshooting, and installation work on commercial heating and cooling systems and related mechanical equipment. The role includes servicing customers, identifying facility inefficiencies, recommending solutions, preparing customer quotes, and providing clear explanations of problems, causes, and corrective actions. The position may involve working with Journeypersons on specialized equipment, training apprentices and other employees, and traveling 10% to 20% to support branch customer activities. Johnson Controls provides factory certification through its Service Technical Academy, along with tools, uniforms, and a company vehicle. Benefits are provided through a local labor union under a collective bargaining agreement.

Requirements

• At least 3 years of commercial and/or industrial mechanical troubleshooting and repair experience in the HVAC industry and/or data center environments.
• Practical work experience in HVAC piping, plumbing, pipefitting, and/or mechanical equipment service.
• Practical working experience with light commercial or commercial mechanical equipment.
• Experience with rooftop units, pumps, fans, towers, boilers, chillers, compressors, and plumbing.
• Ability to lead large, complex repairs, jobs, or retrofits.
• Ability to repair centrifugal compressors, scroll compressors, and screw chillers.
• Ability to install complete HVAC and mechanical systems.
• Ability to perform mechanical shaft alignment using dial indicators, lasers, or similar equipment.
• Ability to use vibration equipment to troubleshoot drivelines.
• Must be a member of, or willing to join, a local union.
• Must pass a knowledge examination to assess proficiencies; may also be required to pass an examination identifying special skills.
• Universal EPA refrigerant license, applicable state or local licensing, and a valid driver's license.
• Attention to detail and effective interpersonal, digital, and written communication skills.
• Self-starter with a desire to learn and apply knowledge on the job.
• Commitment to safety.
• Must reside in or be willing to relocate to the Aberdeen, South Dakota area.

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.
• Lead large, complex repairs, jobs, and retrofits.
• Install complete systems, including chillers, rooftop units, plumbing, and supporting mechanical systems.
• Repair centrifugal and scroll compressors and screw chillers.
• Perform mechanical shaft alignment on pumps, fans, and compressors using dial indicators, lasers, or similar equipment.
• Use vibration equipment to troubleshoot drivelines.
• Provide customers with service and solutions to resolve facility inefficiencies and service-related issues.
• Recommend solutions to improve facility efficiency and identify upselling opportunities.
• Prepare quotes supporting recommendations and solutions.
• Communicate problems, causes, and corrective actions to customers through interpersonal, digital, and written communication.
• Work with local market mechanics, servicemen, and apprentices, and provide on-the-job training when necessary.
• Travel as needed to support branch customer activities, troubleshooting, installation, and repair.
• Participate in JCI’s Service Plus Rewards program.

Benefits

• Factory certification and training through the Service Technical Academy, with recognition, monetary rewards, and advancement opportunities.
• Tools, uniforms, and a company vehicle provided.
• Benefits provided through a local labor union aligned with a collective bargaining agreement.
• Opportunity to invest in career development through training programs in HVAC products and sales quoting.
• Incentive programs.

What This Job Offers

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