HVAC Journeyman

Daikin Applied Americas; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle

Laptops provided

Mobile devices provided

Training opportunities

Job summary

Daikin Applied Americas is seeking an HVAC Journeyman for on-site work in Miami, FL. You will diagnose, repair, and perform preventive maintenance on commercial and industrial HVAC equipment including rooftops, chillers, boilers, and water-source heat pumps.

You will lead apprentices, ensure safety compliance, and communicate with customers on operation and maintenance of equipment. Requires Journeyman status, HVAC certificate, and strong diagnostic skills.

Qualifications

• 5+ years related experience with increasing responsibility; or 7+ related experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Accepted as Journeyman by the union
• High School Diploma or GED
• Technical school with HVAC certificate or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Valid Driver’s License and acceptable driving record
• Rotational Emergency Call Support
• Required license(s) and/or training card as required by local law district
• Work visa sponsorship is not available for this position

Responsibilities

• Perform service of equipment including inspecting and testing systems to verify functionality
• Repair and replace defective equipment, components, or wiring
• Maintain and inspect equipment to identify potential problems to prevent breakdowns
• Perform independent diagnostics, troubleshooting, pipefitting, and brazing of HVAC equipment
• Conduct warranty service application by inspecting and testing systems
• Educate customers on proper use of equipment, maintenance schedule, and manuals
• Lead and participate in rebuilds and retrofits of commercial HVAC units with apprentices
• Record and report billing, inventory, timecards, and reports
• Download programs into HVAC equipment and analyze chiller trend data
• Participate in training through regional technicians and off-site modules
• Maintain certifications and develop new skills
• Ensure clean work area and safety policies are followed
• Complete jobsite hazard assessments and OSHA guidelines

Skills

Diagnostic skills

Customer communication

Safety-conscious

Team leadership

Education

HVAC certificate

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Join the world's largest HVAC company, named by Forbes as one of America's Best-In-State Employers 2025! Daikin Applied is seeking a HVAC Journeyman! In this role, you will be responsible for diagnosing, repairing, and performing preventative maintenance for commercial and industrial HVAC equipment. The HVAC equipment you will be servicing includes but is not limited to large and small rooftop units, split systems, chillers, and boilers. Come be a part of an exciting journey at Daikin Applied, where innovation and excellence drive our every endeavor!

Location: Miami, FL. - Onsite

What You Will Do

• Perform service of equipment including inspecting and testing systems to verify functionality including but not limited to chillers, fan coils, water source heat pumps, applied air handling units, rooftop units, cooling towers, and condenser tubes
• Repair and replace defective equipment, components, or wiring
• Maintain and inspect equipment to identify potential problems to prevent premature and unexpected breakdowns or callbacks
• Perform intermediate and advanced independent diagnostics, troubleshooting, pipefitting, and brazing of commercial HVAC equipment
• Conduct warranty service application by independently inspecting and testing systems to verify functionality of all commercial HVAC equipment
• Educate technical and non-technical customers on proper use of equipment, maintenance schedule, and operating manual usage
• Lead and participate in the rebuild and retrofit of commercial HVAC level units including the direction of apprentice level technicians through hands‑on demonstration of the necessary steps
• Record and report billing, inventory, timecards, technician tip reports, and other articles as required and in a timely manner
• Download programs into commercial HVAC equipment and Micro controllers and analyze chiller trend data to ensure optimal performance
• Participate in available training through regional technician trainers, and off‑site learning modules
• Maintain all required certifications and continue to develop new skill sets
• Ensure standards, policies, procedures, and maintenance of a clean work area are always upheld
• Complete jobsite hazard assessment prior to initiating service and adhere to Daikin Applied and customer safety policies and OSHA guidelines

What’s In It For You

• Factory Certified Training, Refrigeration Certification or other professional on the job training in the HVAC Industry
• The opportunity to work on all types of commercial equipment and cutting‑edge technologies such as Intelligent Equipment
• Daikin Applied provides technicians with company vehicle, laptops, mobile devices, and other technologies
• The ability to make an impact and shape your career with a company that is passionate about growth
• The support of an organization that believes it is vital to include and engage diverse people, perspectives, and ideas to achieve our best
• The opportunity to work for a leading innovator in HVAC and make a difference in environmental initiatives to create a more sustainable world for all

Minimum Qualifications

• 5+ years related experience with increasing responsibility; or 7+ related experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Accepted as Journeyman by the union
• High School Diploma or GED
• Technical school with HVAC certificate or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Valid Driver’s License and acceptable driving record
• Rotational Emergency Call Support
• Required license(s) and/or training card as required by local law district
• Work visa sponsorship is not available for this position

Preferred Qualifications

• Member of local union or willing to join the union
• Commercial HVAC Industry Experience
• Previous experience in mentoring less experienced technicians.
• OSHA 10 within 90 days of hire (Daikin provides this training during onboarding process)
• Current first aid / CPR card

The expected hourly rate for this position is $40 - $50 in Florida. The rate is subject to the amount outlined in the CBA and could change based on the level offered. Benefits are provided through a local labor union and aligned to the CBA.

If you're looking for an engaging career with growth opportunities in a supportive environment, you'll love a career at Daikin Applied!