HVAC Service Technician

Johnson Controls; Mackay Regional; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly rates

Overtime paid

York OEM training

In-house chiller training

Strong support network

Job summary

Johnson Controls is seeking an experienced HVAC Service Technician to join our Mackay team. The role focuses on servicing commercial HVAC systems, with autonomy to solve technical challenges and expand expertise across diverse equipment and client sites.

Ideal candidates have Refrigeration or Electrical Trade Qualifications and strong HVAC service experience, plus a Restricted Electrical Licence and a valid Australian Driver’s Licence.

Qualifications

• Refrigeration or Electrical Trade Qualification is required.
• HVAC service and maintenance experience is essential.
• Restricted Electrical Licence required.
• Current Australian Driver's Licence required.
• Full Australian working rights in Australia required.

Responsibilities

• Preventative maintenance and reactive service work
• Fault finding, diagnostics, repairs, and commissioning
• Installation, overhaul, and servicing of commercial mechanical systems
• Maintenance of equipment from package units to chillers and central plant
• Exposure to Johnson Controls' Building Management Systems (BMS)
• Preparing quotes for small works and minor projects
• Site coordination and customer engagement reading plans and supporting small commercial installation projects

Skills

Refrigeration trade qualification

HVAC service and maintenance

Restricted electrical licence

Current Australian driver's licence

Full Australian working rights

Job description

Join a Global Leader in HVAC, Building Technologies & Sustainability

At Johnson Controls, we're shaping the future of smart, healthy, and sustainable buildings. As a global leader in building technologies and advanced HVAC solutions, we help customers improve energy efficiency, reduce carbon emissions, and maintain mission-critical environments across sectors including mining, healthcare, data centres, pharmaceuticals, education, industrial facilities, and commercial infrastructure.

Why Experienced Technicians Choose Johnson Controls

• Competitive hourly rates and ongoing earning potential
• Choose the work-life balance that suits you with RDOs or paid overtime
• YORK OEM training and manufacturer-backed technical development
• In-house chiller training and exposure to industry-leading HVAC technologies
• Strong technical support network and remote expert assistance
• Career pathways into specialist technical, supervisory, and leadership roles
• Opportunities for dual-trade qualifications and continued professional development
• Work with a diverse range of commercial and industrial clients across the Mackay region
• Be part of a global organisation that values safety, innovation, diversity, and inclusion

About The Opportunity

Due to continued growth in our service business, we are seeking an experienced HVAC Service Technician to join our Mackay team.

This is an excellent opportunity for a Refrigeration Mechanic or Electrician with commercial HVAC experience who enjoys working autonomously, solving technical challenges, and expanding their expertise across a diverse range of equipment and customer sites.

As part of our team, you'll work on some of the industry's most recognised HVAC systems while receiving ongoing support and training from one of the world's leading building technology companies.

Key Responsibilities

• Preventative maintenance and reactive service work
• Fault finding, diagnostics, repairs, and commissioning
• Installation, overhaul, and servicing of commercial mechanical systems
• Maintenance of equipment ranging from package units and split systems through to chillers and central plant
• Exposure to Johnson Controls' Building Management Systems (BMS)
• Preparing quotes for small works and minor projects
• Site coordination and customer engagementReading plans and supporting small commercial installation projects

About You

We're looking for someone who takes pride in delivering quality workmanship and building strong customer relationships.

Essential

• Refrigeration or Electrical Trade Qualification
• HVAC service and maintenance experience
• Restricted Electrical Licence
• Current Australian Driver's Licence
• Full Australian working rights

Highly Regarded

• Experience working on chillers and commercial air-conditioning systems
• Industrial, mining, or large commercial HVAC experience
• Building Management Systems (BMS) exposure
• Experience in commissioning and project work

The YORK Advantage

As the OEM for YORK chillers, Johnson Controls provides specialist manufacturer training that few employers can offer. You'll gain access to industry-leading technical resources, in-house chiller training, and opportunities to develop expertise across a broad range of HVAC technologies.

Pre-Employment Requirements

Successful applicants will be required to complete:

• Reference checks
• Pre-employment medical assessment
• Criminal history check
• Drug and alcohol screening

Ready for Your Next Career Move?

If you're looking to join a market-leading HVAC employer that invests in its people, offers genuine career growth, and provides exposure to world-class technology, we'd love to hear from you.

Johnson Controls | Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Johnson Controls, we believe diverse perspectives drive innovation. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where every employee feels valued, respected, and empowered to do their best work every day.