HVAC Mechanical Foreman (union)

Johnson Controls, Inc.; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 79,000 - 113,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Union benefits

Job summary

Johnson Controls in Milwaukee is seeking a HVAC Mechanical Foreman (union) to lead a team of 10–15 field technicians in a complex chiller-focused service environment. You will drive quoting, scheduling, and customer satisfaction while ensuring safety and compliance.

The role requires a Mechanical Journeyman License with 12+ years in commercial HVAC, including 5+ years in chillers, plus valid refrigerant and boiler/steam certifications. Strong leadership and communication are essential.

Qualifications

• Mechanical Journeyman license required.
• Minimum 12+ years in commercial HVAC with at least 5 years in chiller systems.
• Valid driver's license; refrigerant, boiler and steam licenses where applicable.
• Strong written and verbal communication; proven leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead a field team of 10–15 technicians with safety at the forefront.
• Coordinate quoting, scheduling, and customer interactions to ensure satisfaction.
• Work with sales on opportunities and post-work follow-ups.
• Ensure accurate postings and timely service delivery.
• Mentor and develop field staff and promote safety culture.

Skills

Team leadership

Communication

Safety awareness

Customer interaction

Education

Mechanical Journeyman License

Tools

Refrigerant handling license

Boiler/steam knowledge

Job description

## HVAC Mechanical Foreman (union)Apply: Milwaukee-Wisconsin-United States of America: Full time: Posted Today: WD30283729**What you will do** Must be skilled craftsman in their trade and have a minimum of ten (10) years actual, five (5) of those years must be chiller related, practical working experience in the industrial HVAC chiller, electrical, plumbing, pipefitting and /or mechanical equipment service industry. A self-starter who must be able to lead a team of approx. 10-15 field technicians. Interaction with both internal and external customers, attention to detail in quoting jobs, scheduling technician hours, promoting safety and constant communication plays a key role in this position. Must be computer literate with necessary ability to develop, close and manage all types of quoted work. This is a Bargaining Unit Position. **How you will do it*** Safety procedures implementation and effectiveness* Customer Satisfaction* Employee Development* Recruitment* Work closely with Sales on opportunities* Service scheduling* Service completion* Service quality acceptance* L&M opportunity recommendation* Accurate time Posting* Overall, Tech Leadership and Mentorship **What we look for** * Requires a Mechanical Journeyman License* 12+ years of commercial HVAC experiences mechanical troubleshooting experience. Of those 10+ years, 5 years must be chiller experience.* Valid driver's license, appropriate licenses to work with refrigerants, boiler and steam operational & service knowledge.* Good verbal and written communication skillsPay Range: $69.61 hourly rate determined by the CBA/rate sheet. Benefits are provided through a local labor union aligned with a collective bargaining agreement. The posted salary range reflects the target compensation for this role. However, we recognize that exceptional candidates may bring unique skills and experiences that exceed the typical profile. If you believe your background warrants consideration beyond the stated range, we encourage you to apply. To support an efficient and fair hiring process, we may use technology assisted tools, including artificial intelligence (AI), to help identify and evaluate candidates. All hiring decisions are ultimately made by human reviewers. #LI - AD2#TechnicalHiringJohnson Controls International plc. 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. To view more information about your equal opportunity and non-discrimination rights as a candidate, visit EEO is the Law. If you are an individual with a disability and you require an accommodation during the application process, please visit here.