HVAC Mechanical Service Technician

Johnson Controls, Inc.; Lawrence (KS); On-site; USD 34,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

Johnson Controls, Inc. is seeking an on-site Operations & Maintenance Specialist to service and maintain facilities at the University of Kansas in Lawrence.

You will handle HVAC and mechanical systems, participate in training others, and ensure safe, reliable building operations. Ideal candidates bring a two-year technical degree or apprenticeship, 5+ years' maintenance experience, and knowledge of electrical/BAS systems.

Qualifications

• Requires two-year technical degree or two years’ experience as an Operations & Maintenance Specialist II, or completion of an apprenticeship program.
• Requires five or more years’ experience in operations and maintenance.
• In-depth knowledge of maintenance fundamentals to handle service and repairs.
• Physical ability to perform maintenance tasks including climbing ladders, working in confined spaces, and lifting up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to participate in on-call rotation and to use hand and power tools.
• May require a valid driver’s license.
• Team player capable of working in a quality environment and passing a background check.

Responsibilities

• Service, repair, maintain, monitor and adjust HVAC systems to stay within parameters.
• Perform general maintenance and custodial tasks, including carpentry, painting and plumbing.
• Provide direction and training to less experienced O&M Specialists.
• Plan, select, and layout materials for service, repair and preventive maintenance.
• Work from drawings, schematics and job layouts; operate relevant tools and machines.
• Requisition new supplies and equipment; uphold safety procedures.
• Participate in on-call rotation for facility emergencies.
• Comply with company policies and perform other duties as required.

Skills

Technical degree

5+ years experience

HVAC systems knowledge

Maintenance fundamentals

On-call rotation

Team player

Background check

Driver's license

Education

Two-year technical degree or apprenticeship

Tools

Universal EPA Refrigeration Certification

Metasys (BMS) knowledge

Job description

The Operations & Maintenance Specialist is part of our Building Technologies & Solutions business at Johnson Controls. Due to our continued growth with our current customer, the University of Kansas, we are adding this position to our team. This person will be located out of the University of Kansas campus. Will be responsible for maintaining the Integrated Science Building, Central Utility Plant, Burge Student Union and Central District Housing Buildings. Ideal candidate will have strong maintenance/hands on technical experience and leadership background. Come join our growing team.

What you will do:

Performs a variety of repairs and services in a specialized building system environment with a high emphasis on HVAC, Mechanical Systems, building maintenance, carpentry, painting and plumbing. Working knowledge of Electrical / Electronic BAS, and other similar types of related equipment and systems is a PLUS.

How you will do it:

• Service, Repair, Maintain, Monitor and Adjust HVAC systems to keep within allowable parameters.
• Performs a variety of service work, general maintenance and custodial activities. This may include carpentry, painting, plumbing, minor grounds keeping, along with facility repairs to building systems, electrical fixtures, appliances, and equipment.
• Provides direction and training to less experienced O&M Specialists.
• Plans, selects, and lays out required materials for service, repair and preventive maintenance work.
• Works from drawings, schematics, blueprints, job layouts or verbal instructions and operates a variety of tools and machines incidental to operations.
• Requisitions new supplies and equipment.
• Performs all work in accordance with established safety procedures.
• Is required to participate in an on-call rotation schedule to attend to emergency situations at the facility.
• Complies with all company policies and procedures and adhere to company standards.
• Perform other duties as required.

What we look for:

• Requires two-year technical degree or two years’ experience as an Operations & Maintenance Specialist II, or completion of an apprenticeship program.
• Requires five or more years’ experience in operations and maintenance.
• Requires in-depth knowledge of various maintenance fundamentals sufficient to deal with service and repairs.
• Must be physically able to perform basic maintenance tasks to the highest caliber, which includes ability to: climb ladders, work in confined spaces, lift heavy objects weighing up to 50 lbs., etc.
• Must be able to participate on call rotation.
• Required to use a variety of hand and power tools or man lift.
• Basic Electrical system working knowledge.
• May be required to possess a valid driver’s license.
• Must be a team player committed to working in a quality environment.
• Must be able to pass a thorough background check and subject interview.

PREFERRED:

• Universal EPA Refrigeration Certification.
• Working knowledge of Metasys (BMS).

HIRING HOURLY RANGE: $24.80 - 34.13 Hourly rate to be determined by the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant, internal equity, and alignment with market data.) This position includes a competitive benefits package. 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. For details, please visit the About Us tab on the Johnson Controls Careers site at https://jobs.johnsoncontrols.com/about-us