Commercial HVAC Technician, Journeyman

ABM Industries; Newark (NJ); On-site; USD 63,000 - 73,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Job summary

ABM Industries seeks a skilled HVAC Journeyman to maintain, troubleshoot, and repair commercial and industrial HVAC and refrigeration systems at client facilities in Newark, NJ. This role demands independent diagnostic ability, strict safety adherence, and clear communication with customers and team members.

Responsibilities include preventive and corrective maintenance, reading schematics, emergency response, and mentoring apprentices while ensuring equipment reliability and uptime.

Qualifications

• Journeyman-level commercial/industrial HVAC-R experience.
• Currently, and in good standing, a Journeyman under the UA Local 475 or willing to organize at the applicable union requirements for classification at this level.
• Demonstrated experience troubleshooting and repairing complex HVAC equipment.
• Strong knowledge of refrigeration cycles, electrical systems, mechanical systems, and HVAC controls.
• Ability to independently diagnose HVAC equipment failures and determine appropriate corrective action.
• Ability to read electrical schematics, mechanical drawings, and technical documentation.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, diagnose, maintain, and repair commercial and industrial HVAC and refrigeration equipment.
• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on air-handling units, rooftop units, split systems, package units, chillers, cooling towers, pumps, boilers, heat exchangers, and associated equipment.
• Diagnose electrical, mechanical, refrigeration, and control-system failures.
• Troubleshoot motors, compressors, contactors, relays, transformers, thermostats, sensors, switches, actuators, and related components.
• Perform refrigerant recovery, evacuation, charging, leak detection, and other refrigerant-related service in accordance with applicable regulations.
• Inspect equipment and identify conditions that could lead to failures, energy waste, safety concerns, or interruptions.
• Read and interpret mechanical drawings, electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, equipment manuals, and sequence-of-operation documentation.
• Utilize HVAC diagnostic equipment, including multimeters, refrigerant gauges, temperature and pressure instruments, and other standard trade tools.
• Complete assigned work orders and accurately document labor, materials, equipment conditions, repairs, and recommendations.
• Respond to emergency service calls and equipment failures as required.
• Coordinate with supervisors, building engineers, vendors, and other trades when repairs require additional support.
• Communicate equipment conditions, repair recommendations, and operational concerns professionally to customers and ABM leadership.
• Maintain tools, equipment, work areas, and company-issued materials in a safe and professional condition.
• Follow ABM, customer, OSHA, environmental, and site-specific safety requirements.
• Provide technical guidance and support to apprentices and less-experienced HVAC technicians when assigned.
• Perform other duties consistent with the HVAC Journeyman classification.

Skills

HVAC-R troubleshooting

Electrical systems

Building automation

Safety compliance

Customer service

Communication

Mentoring apprentices

Team coordination

Education

Journeyman certification UA Local 475

Job description

Job Description

The HVAC Journeyman is responsible for the maintenance, troubleshooting, repair, and operation of commercial and industrial HVAC and refrigeration systems at assigned client facilities. This position requires an experienced technician capable of independently diagnosing complex mechanical and electrical issues while providing safe, reliable, and high-quality service. The Journeyman will perform preventive and corrective maintenance, respond to service calls, identify equipment deficiencies, and work with customers and other ABM team members to maintain equipment reliability and facility operations.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Advanced HVAC-R troubleshooting and diagnostic skills.
• Strong understanding of electrical and mechanical systems.
• Working knowledge of commercial HVAC controls and building automation.
• Ability to prioritize service calls and make sound technical decisions in the field.
• Strong attention to safety, quality, and equipment reliability.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Professional customer-service orientation.
• Ability to mentor apprentices and share technical knowledge with other team members.

Pay: 48.73/hr. The pay listed is the hourly range or the hourly rate for this position. A specific offer will vary based on applicant’s experience, skills, abilities, geographic location, and alignment with market data.

Benefit Information: ABM offers a comprehensive benefits package. For information about ABM’s benefits, visit ABM Employee Benefits | Front Line Team Members

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, diagnose, maintain, and repair commercial and industrial HVAC and refrigeration equipment.
• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on air-handling units, rooftop units, split systems, package units, chillers, cooling towers, pumps, boilers, heat exchangers, and associated equipment.
• Diagnose electrical, mechanical, refrigeration, and control-system failures.
• Troubleshoot motors, compressors, contactors, relays, transformers, thermostats, sensors, switches, actuators, and related components.
• Perform refrigerant recovery, evacuation, charging, leak detection, and other refrigerant-related service in accordance with applicable regulations.
• Inspect equipment and identify conditions that could lead to failures, excessive energy consumption, safety concerns, or operational interruptions.
• Read and interpret mechanical drawings, electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, equipment manuals, and sequence-of-operation documentation.
• Utilize HVAC diagnostic equipment, including multimeters, refrigerant gauges, temperature and pressure instruments, and other standard trade tools.
• Complete assigned work orders and accurately document labor, materials, equipment conditions, repairs, and recommendations.
• Respond to emergency service calls and equipment failures as required.
• Coordinate with supervisors, building engineers, vendors, and other trades when repairs require additional support.
• Communicate equipment conditions, repair recommendations, and operational concerns professionally to customers and ABM leadership.
• Maintain tools, equipment, work areas, and company-issued materials in a safe and professional condition.
• Follow ABM, customer, OSHA, environmental, and site-specific safety requirements.
• Provide technical guidance and support to apprentices and less-experienced HVAC technicians when assigned.
• Perform other duties consistent with the HVAC Journeyman classification.

Qualifications

• Journeyman-level commercial/industrial HVAC-R experience.
• Currently, and in good standing, a Journeyman under the UA Local 475 or willing to organize at the applicable union requirements for classification at this level.
• Demonstrated experience troubleshooting and repairing complex HVAC equipment.
• Strong knowledge of refrigeration cycles, electrical systems, mechanical systems, and HVAC controls.
• Ability to independently diagnose HVAC equipment failures and determine appropriate corrective action.
• Ability to read electrical schematics, mechanical drawings, and technical documentation.
• EPA Section 608 Universal Certification.
• Valid driver's license.
• Ability to use standard HVAC tools, meters, gauges, and diagnostic equipment.
• Ability to safely perform the physical requirements associated with commercial HVAC service work.
• Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively with other technicians and facility personnel.
• Ability to work overtime, off-hours, or respond to emergency situations when required by the account.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience servicing chillers, boilers, cooling towers, pumps, air-handling systems, and commercial refrigeration equipment.
• Experience with Building Automation Systems (BAS) and HVAC controls.
• OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 training.
• Manufacturer-specific HVAC equipment training or certifications.
• Experience working in large commercial, industrial, healthcare, educational, data center, or other critical facility environments.

About Us

ABM (NYSE: ABM) is one of the world’s largest providers of integrated facility, engineering, and infrastructure solutions. Every day, our over 100,000 team members deliver essential services that make spaces cleaner, safer, and efficient, enhancing the overall occupant experience.

ABM serves a wide range of market sectors including commercial real estate, aviation, education, mission critical, and manufacturing and distribution. With over $8 billion in annual revenue and a blue-chip client base, ABM delivers innovative technologies and sustainable solutions that enhance facilities and empower clients to achieve their goals. Committed to creating smarter, more connected spaces, ABM is investing in the future to meet evolving challenges and build a healthier, thriving world. ABM: Driving possibility, together.

ABM is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer that does not discriminate on the basis of any trait or characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law, including disability and protected veteran status. ABM is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If you have a disability and need assistance in completing the employment application, please call 888-328-8606. We will provide you with assistance and make a determination on your request for reasonable accommodation on a case-by-case basis.

ABM participates in the U.S. Department of Homeland Security E-Verify program. E-Verify is an internet-based system used to electronically confirm employment eligibility.

ABM is a military-friendly company proudly employing thousands of men and women who have served in the U.S. military. With ABM, you’ll have access to a world-class training program and ample opportunities to use the skills you developed while serving our country. Whether you’re looking for a frontline or professional position, you can find post-military career opportunities across ABM.

For more information, visit www.abm.com