HVAC Mechanical Service Apprentice Technician (union)

Johnson Controls, Inc.; Metairie (LA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Union benefits

Apprentice program

Job summary

Johnson Controls, Inc. in Metairie, LA seeks Apprentices to learn HVAC mechanics and controls on customer sites. You will join a union-backed apprenticeship program, gaining hands-on field experience and certified training through the Service Technical Academy.

Under mentorship, you will develop troubleshooting skills, meet union training requirements in year one, and contribute to improving facility efficiency while learning to provide practical quotes.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of industry experience or experience servicing mechanical HVAC systems.
• Knowledge of mechanical HVAC systems and facilities support.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Must be a member or willing to join the United Association of Journeymen and Apprentices of the Plumbing and Pipe Fitting Industry.

Responsibilities

• Apprentices train and work on HVAC mechanical equipment and controls on client sites.
• Participate in Service Technical Academy (STA) training for skill development and advancement.
• Develop skills to troubleshoot technical issues and understand customer needs.
• Keep Johnson Controls, contractors, and customers informed of progress and issues.
• Meet attendance requirements for required Union training during the first year.
• Provide recommendations to improve facility efficiency and upsell opportunities.
• Prepare/offer quotes to support recommendations.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Leadership

Self-motivation

Education

Trade school or technical college (1-2 years)

Job description

Johnson Controls, a global leader in thermal management, mission-critical building systems, energy efficiency, and decarbonization, helps customers use energy more productively, reduce carbon emissions, and operate with the precision and resilience required in rapidly expanding industries such as data centers, healthcare, pharmaceuticals, advanced manufacturing, and higher education.

For more than 140 years, Johnson Controls has delivered performance where it really matters. Backed by advanced technology, lifecycle services and an industry-leading field organization, we elevate customer performance, turn goals into real-world results and help move society forward.

What you will do

Johnson Controls Inc is looking for forward-thinking talent to join our growing organization. During these unprecedented times, JCI is committed to the health and safety of all employees, customers, partners and the communities we serve.

At Johnson Controls you’ll have the opportunity to work on some of the most exciting and relevant building automation technologies in today’s market. Our talented people empower us, and we believe in being part of a team that is open, collaborative, results-oriented, hardworking and above all fun.

Are you looking to gain Heating, Ventilation, & Air Condition (HVAC) knowledge and learn firsthand from industry leading professionals? Our team will give you this opportunity, in addition, we provide factory certification through our Service Technical Academy (STA). We will equip you with tools and a vehicle to perform your job at the highest standard. Provide our customers with the highest level of service to solve building inefficiencies and resolve service related items. As a trusted advisor to our customers you will provide solutions and outcomes at the time of service.

How you will do it

• Apprentices will be trained and will perform on HVAC mechanical equipment and controls on client sites.
• Apprentices will participate in certified training through Service Technical Academy that will build skill sets to provide continued opportunities for recognition, monetary rewards and advancement.
• Through coaching and mentorship, apprentices will develop skills to troubleshoot and resolve both technical issues as well as customer needs.
• You will keep JCI, contractors, and the customer advised of job progress and issues as needed.
• You will meet attendance requirements for required Union training for first year.
• Provide recommendations and solutions to ensure facility is running efficiently to include upselling opportunities.
• Provide quotes to support recommendations and solutions.

What we look for

• Must be a member or willing to join the United Association of Journeymen and Apprentices of the Plumbing and Pipe Fitting Industry of the United States and Canada, AFL-CIO.
• 1+ years of industry experience or experience in servicing mechanical systems in the HVAC industry.
• Generally required knowledge includes mechanical HVAC systems, facilities management systems, site preparation, peripheral equipment installation and servicing techniques
• Effective interpersonal skills to properly represent Johnson Controls to customers and other outside contacts in an ethical and professional manner.
• Leadership skills to support the activities of Mechanics working on non-complex, non-critical mechanical HVAC equipment on a job site
• Self-starter with ability to eventually work independently.

• Prioritize safety in all forms.
• This position requires a valid driver’s license.

Preferred

1-2 years of trade school or college in a technical emphasis.

*This is a Bargaining Unit Position.

Pay Range:

$18.31 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.

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