HVAC Data Center Travel Team Journeymen Mechanic (union)

Johnson Controls; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 69,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Service Plus Rewards

On-the-job training

Safety culture

Job summary

Johnson Controls is seeking an experienced HVAC mechanic to troubleshoot, repair, and install advanced commercial systems across diverse facilities in the DC area.

You will work with chillers, rooftop units, pumps, and building automation, using laser alignment and vibration analysis to ensure optimal performance. A Universal EPA refrigerant license is required, and travel will be 50–75% to support the IMPACT Fly Team.

Qualifications

• Hands-on HVAC professional with pride in quality work.
• Experience troubleshooting a range of commercial/industrial HVAC equipment.
• Clear communication with team and customers about issues and solutions.
• Willingness to travel 50–75% as part of the IMPACT Fly Team.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, repair, and install advanced commercial HVAC systems.
• Work with chillers, rooftop units, pumps, boilers, and building automation systems using laser alignment and vibration analysis.
• Diagnose issues, explain solutions, and ensure systems run efficiently and reliably.
• Collaborate with a strong team, mentor apprentices, and grow technical expertise.

Skills

HVAC troubleshooting

Hands-on

Customer communication

Mentoring apprentices

Education

Universal EPA refrigerant license

Tools

Laser alignment

Vibration analysis

Job description

Job Description

Ready to Roll - Willingness to travel 50-75% of the time as part of the IMPACT Fly Team is required.

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!
• Our utmost priority is ensuring your safety and well-being. We care about your Safety Culture returning home in the same condition as you arrive at 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!

We prioritize your safety, provide comprehensive training, and offer a workplace that values your skills and invests in your future success.

If you’re an experienced HVAC mechanic who takes pride in solving complex challenges and mastering your trade, this is your opportunity to take your career to the next level with Johnson Controls.

Our growing North America HVAC business is trusted to support some of the most critical environments in the world—hospitals, data centers, manufacturing facilities, and more. Here, your expertise directly impacts comfort, safety, and performance on scale.

What Your Day Could Look Like

• You’ll put your skills to work on advanced commercial HVAC systems, handling everything from troubleshooting and repairs to full system installations.
• You’ll work with a wide range of equipment, including chillers, compressors, pumps, rooftop units, and building automation systems—using modern tools like laser alignment and vibration analysis to get the job done right.
• Beyond the tools, you’ll serve as a trusted expert to customers—diagnosing issues, explaining solutions, and ensuring their systems run efficiently and reliably.
• You’ll also collaborate with a strong team of professionals, sharing knowledge, supporting apprentices, and continuing to grow your own expertise.

Why This Role Stands Out

You’ll have access to the latest HVAC technology, high-quality tools, and the support you need to do your best work. You’ll learn from experienced professionals in a culture that values craftsmanship, teamwork, and pride in the job.

Your growth matters here. Through our Service Technical Academy, you can earn certifications, expand your technical knowledge, and open doors to advancement. If you’re interested in developing your quoting or customer-facing skills, those opportunities are here too.

We also make sure you’re set up for success with a company vehicle, uniforms, and all the tools you need—along with recognition programs that reward your contributions and expertise.

Most importantly, we prioritize your wellbeing, with a strong safety culture and programs that support your physical and financial health.

What You Bring

• You’re a hands-on HVAC professional who enjoys solving problems and takes pride in quality work.
• You have several years of experience working on commercial or industrial systems and are comfortable troubleshooting a range of equipment, including chillers, boilers, pumps, compressors, and related systems.
• You understand mechanical systems deeply, including alignment and vibration diagnostics, and you can clearly communicate what’s happening and why—both to teammates and customers.
• You’re someone who wants to keep learning, sharing your knowledge, and represent the values of a company that puts customers and people first.
• You hold a Universal EPA refrigerant license and are open to travel as needed. This role also requires participation in the United Association of Journeymen and Apprentices.

Ready to Build What’s Next?

At Johnson Controls, your skills don’t just keep systems running, they help power the environments where people live, work, and rely on every day.

If you’re ready to grow your career, work on impactful projects, and be part of a team that values your craft, we’re ready for you.

• This is a Bargaining Unit Position.

Pay Rate: $55.00 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 programs.