Apprentice Mechanic (Union)

Johnson Controls; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Union apprenticeship program

Military-friendly environment

Job summary

Johnson Controls Federal Systems (JCFS) is seeking an HVAC Mechanic Apprentice to support the Washington Navy Yard in Washington, DC. This union role offers on-the-job training through the apprenticeship program and involves HVAC service, limited electrical/controls work, and warranty responses on critical facilities.

You will assist Journeyman Mechanics, perform preventative maintenance on various HVAC systems, and help ensure safety and reliability under Union 602 labor agreement.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to perform general building maintenance.
• Self-starter with ability to work independently.
• Valid driver's license.
• Willingness to join local union 602.
• Ability to obtain government clearances and any site badges.

Responsibilities

• Primarily perform HVAC mechanical equipment service support, some electrical and controls work, and related tasks.
• Assists Journeyman Mechanics with more complex problems.
• Supports preventative maintenance duties on HVAC equipment.
• Troubleshoots and resolves problems.
• Responds to basic warranty calls.
• Keeps managers, foreman, contractors, and customer informed of progress and issues.

Skills

General maintenance

Self-starter

Verbal and written communication

Driver's license

Union 602 membership

Background checks compliance

Education

High School Diploma

EPA Refrigeration certification

Job description

Job Description

We are seeking an HVAC Mechanic Apprentice (Union) to join our federal team supporting the Washington Navy Yard in Washington, D.C. (military friendly, but military experience not required).

At Johnson Controls, we support our nation’s most critical facilities, the people who occupy them, and the missions they enable. Johnson Controls Federal Systems (JCFS) is a specialized team serving as a trusted partner to the federal government. We help modernize U.S. military installations, Department of Defense and other federal agency facilities to be smarter, more resilient, efficient, sustainable, and secure.

Union: 602

As An Apprentice Mechanic, You Will

• Primarily perform HVAC mechanical equipment service support, some electrical and controls work, and all other work coming under the labor agreement assigned by the Employer
• Assists Journeyman Mechanics with more complex problems
• Supports preventative maintenance duties on different types of HVAC equipment
• Troubleshoots and resolves problems
• Responds to basic warranty calls
• Keeps Managers, Foreman, contractors, and the customer informed of job progress and issues as needed

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Ability to perform general building maintenance
• Self starter with ability to work independently
• Valid driver's license
• Ability to supplement on-the-job training with training provided through the apprenticeship program
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Must be willing to join local union 602
• The ability to obtain and maintain required government clearances and any other worksite specific badges. (This will involve a background/character, work experience, education, financial/credit and a criminal history records check).

Preferred Qualifications

• Current member of local union 602
• 2+ years experience working with HVAC mechanical equipment
• Familiarity with HVAC Controls/BAS systems (Direct Digital Controls)
• EPA Refrigeration certification

Company Awards

Recently, Johnson Controls Has Been Recognized By Several Organizations For Leadership In Environment, Sustainability And Governance, As Well As Innovations In Smart Building Platforms

• Named to FORTUNE’s “Most Admired Companies” List
• Corporate Knights Global 100 Most Sustainable Corporations in the World
• Named to Forbes Net Zero Leaders list
• CDP 2023 Climate Change 'A List'
• Ranked 67 on the Drucker Institute’s list of best-managed companies in America
• Forbes Best Employers for Diversity
• Newsweek America’s Greatest Workplaces for Diversity
• Ethisphere 2024 World's Most Ethical Companies list for the 17th time
• Newsweek America’s Greatest Workplaces for Women in 2024
• Named to Newsweek America’s Greatest Workplaces for Veterans 2024 / 2025 listing
• Named to Forbes America’s Best Employers for Veterans 2024
• Named one of the top military friendly employers by military.com.

Johnson Controls is an equal employment opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, protected veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a qualified individual with a disability, or any other characteristic protected by law. For more information, please view EEO is the Law. If you are an individual with a disability and you require an accommodation during the application process, please visit www.johnsoncontrols.com/careers.

Division: JCFS (Johnson Controls Federal Systems)