HVAC Data Center Chiller Service Journeyman (UN)

Johnson Controls; North Little Rock (AR); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle

STA certification

Union benefits

Job summary

Johnson Controls Data Center Service Team seeks skilled HVAC professionals to service air‑cooled and water‑cooled chillers, supporting data center operations and large rooftop units.

You will perform preventive maintenance, diagnose issues, and participate in BAS integration, with opportunities for factory certification and on‑the‑job training under a union environment. A valid EPA refrigerants license and a clean driving record are required.

Qualifications

• 3+ years hands-on experience with air-cooled and/or water-cooled chillers or large rooftop ducted units.
• Strong HVAC and mechanical troubleshooting skills.
• EPA refrigerants license and applicable state/local licensing.
• Good driving record and valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine maintenance on chiller systems to ensure optimal performance and energy efficiency.
• Conduct preventive maintenance on boilers, chillers, pumps, and related equipment.
• Diagnose and repair malfunctions in chiller systems using refrigeration principles and electrical schematics.
• Responsible for chiller/BAS integration and startup procedures.
• Mentor other technicians on chiller maintenance and repair.

Skills

Chiller maintenance

HVAC troubleshooting

Electrical schematics

Safety adherence

Mentoring others

Tools

BAS integration

Job description

Join the Johnson Controls Data Center Service Team and unlock your potential with state-of-the-art commercial and industrial chillers! We're seeking skilled mechanics eager to advance their careers with high-level training, abundant growth opportunities, and a clear career path. Be part of a dynamic team that values your expertise and invests in your future. Dive into the latest building automation technologies on the market today. We prioritize your safety, provide comprehensive training, and offer a workplace that values your skills and invests in your future success.

What’s in it for you from DAY ONE:

Competitive Salary and Incentives Service Plus Rewards – participation eligibility Extensive product and on the job/cross structured Training - you will always know what you need to progress to the next level! Job Stability - Discover the perfect blend of excitement and stability in a career where your ambitions thrive, and your future is secure! Safety Culture - Our utmost priority is ensuring your safety and well-being. We care about you returning home in the same condition you arrived to work, as no amount of money is worth risking your health or getting injured! You Owe It to Yourself to Experience why JCI keeps being voted the Best Place to Work!

What will you do:

As a member of Johnson Controls Data Center Service Team, you will provide our customers with the highest level of service to address facility inefficiencies and resolve service-related issues. Acting as a trusted advisor, you will offer solutions and outcomes during commissioning and aftermarket service, recommend and implement strategies to ensure efficient facility operations, identify upselling opportunities, and provide quotes to support your recommendations and solutions. We provide factory certification through our Service Technical Academy (STA) with recognition, monetary rewards, and advancement. We offer incentive programs and a #1 focus on employee safety. We also provide tools, uniforms, and a company vehicle to perform your job and service our customers to the highest standard. Put your skills in air-cooled and/or water-cooled chillers or large rooftop ducted units to support the expanding data center market to work!

How will you do it:

• Perform routine maintenance on chiller systems to maintain optimal performance and energy efficiency
• Conduct preventive maintenance tasks on boilers, chillers, pumps, and other auxiliary equipment
• Diagnose and repair malfunctions in chiller systems using knowledge of refrigeration principles and electrical schematics
• Responsible for chiller/BAS (Building Automation System) integration
• Perform start-up procedures, troubleshooting, and tear down/rebuilding of chiller units
• Mentor other technicians on various topics related to chiller maintenance and repair

What we look for:

Must be a member or willing to join a local Union. A minimum of 3 years of hands‑on experience with air‑cooled and/or water‑cooled chillers or large rooftop ducted units, along with strong HVAC and mechanical troubleshooting skills. You will work with local market technicians and when necessary, provide on the job training. Attention to detail through interpersonal, digital, and written skills. Self‑starter with a passion/ desire to learn and apply on the job. Commitment to Safety Universal EPA refrigerants license, applicable state or local licensing, good driving record and valid driver's license.

Not Required but Our Ideal Candidate Would Have:

• Journeyman or equivalent work/military experience
• Solid knowledge of HVAC systems or water chillers
• Universal EPA refrigerants license

**This is a Bargaining Unit Position. Pay Rate: Hourly rate determined by the CBA/rate sheet.

Benefits are provided through a local labor union aligned with a collective bargaining agreement. This is a Bargaining Unit Position but is subject to all pre‑hiring screening of JCI. With successful performance, JCI may recommend you to the Union Local apprenticeship program, as well as continued employment at JCI. Acceptance by Union Local must occur within 365 days of employment or will result in termination of this position. This is not a guaranty of employment or entering the Union. The Union has its own entry, qualification & screening progra ms.

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