Data Center HVAC Lead: Uptime, Mentoring & Solutions

Johnson Controls, Inc.; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 72,000 - 99,000; Full time

Job summary

Johnson Controls, Inc. is seeking a Data Center HVAC Foreman to lead preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair in mission-critical data centers. You will mentor technicians, ensure safety and compliance, and deliver clear service documentation.

This role emphasizes leadership, independent work with teamwork, and collaboration with branch leadership to uphold service quality. Strong communication and a customer-first mindset are essential.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated leadership experience coaching or supervising technicians/contractors.
• Strong HVAC and mechanical systems expertise, preferably in data centers.
• Ability to work independently while coordinating others on customer sites.
• Excellent communication skills, able to explain technical concepts clearly.
• Customer-first mindset with professional interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of HVAC and building automation systems in high-availability data centers.
• Mentor and coach branch technicians to elevate skills and ensure high-quality service.
• Provide Level 1 technical support and act as a go-to resource for complex issues.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local requirements and uphold safety standards.
• Deliver clear service documentation and communicate findings to customers.
• Identify inefficiencies, propose solutions, and support upgrades or repairs.

Skills

Leadership experience

HVAC systems expertise

Data center environment experience

Independent worker with coordination

Strong communication skills

Job description

Johnson Controls, Inc. is seeking a Data Center HVAC Foreman to lead preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair in mission-critical data centers. You will mentor technicians, ensure safety and compliance, and deliver clear service documentation.

This role emphasizes leadership, independent work with teamwork, and collaboration with branch leadership to uphold service quality. Strong communication and a customer-first mindset are essential.