Foreman - Union

Johnson Controls; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Union benefits

Job summary

Johnson Controls Federal Systems (JCFS) seeks a Foreman (Union) to lead a team of field technicians on HVAC and controls systems at Fort Devens, MA. This bargaining unit role emphasizes safety, scheduling, and effective customer interaction within a federal contracting context.

The Foreman will guide technicians, assist with quotes, and ensure timely, quality service while complying with government clearance requirements.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of commercial/industrial HVAC troubleshooting and service experience.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain DoD security clearance, Top Secret preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of field mechanics on HVAC and related control systems.
• Interact with customers, help develop technicians and assist with quoting jobs.
• Assist with project scheduling and promote a culture of safety.
• Troubleshoot and resolve HVAC mechanical problems, plus some electrical/controls issues.
• Inspect, diagnose, service and repair mechanical systems.

Skills

HVAC troubleshooting

Valid driver’s license

Communication skills

Quote development

Security clearance process

Job description

Job Description We are seeking a Foreman (Union) to join our federal team supporting the Fort Devens, MA military base (military friendly, but military experience not required). Our dedicated team here is responsible for maintaining and servicing the HVAC mechanical and related control systems.

As part of a Fortune 500 company, 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: 4

Benefits: Benefits provided through the local union

Pay: Union 4 Foreman Rate

Travel Required: None, all work is based at this location

This is a bargaining unit (union) position.

As a Foreman, You Will

• Lead a team of technical field mechanics
• Interacts with customers, helps develop technicians, assists with quoting jobs
• Assists with project scheduling and promoting a culture of safety
• Troubleshoots and resolves primarily HVAC mechanical problems, as well as some electrical and controls problems.
• Inspect, diagnose, service and repair mechanical systems using a variety of tools and instruments.
• Perform specified preventative maintenance including belt adjustments, oiling, greasing and cleaning of equipment

Required Qualifications

• 5+ years of commercial and/or industrial HVAC mechanical troubleshooting and service experience.
• Valid driver's license
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Computer literate and tech savvy and have the ability to develop, close and manage all types of quoted work
• The ability to obtain and maintain required government clearance and any other worksite specific badges. (This will involve a background/character, work experience, education, financial/credit and a criminal history records check). Active Department of Defense Secret or Top Secret clearance preferred.

Preferred Qualifications

• Estimating experience with mechanical service projects
• Chiller maintenance experience
• Boiler and steam operational & service knowledge.
• Mechanical Journeyman License
• Experience punching tubes and/or reclaiming refrigerant
• Current member of local union 486 or 602

Who We Are

At Johnson Controls (NYSE:JCI), we are One Team working collaboratively to create purposeful solutions that make a difference in the world. We are a Fortune 500 company with more than 100,000 employees worldwide offering the world`s largest portfolio of building technology products, solutions and services. As a member of our Federal Systems team, your work matters. We value and recognize your contributions and want to help you succeed. We invest in our employees, provide opportunities for growth and advancement, and foster a culture of inclusion and respect.

To learn more about who we are and what we do, please check out our Take a Journey video.

Johnson Controls is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action 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)

This is a bargaining unit (union) position.