HVAC O&M Mechanical Apprentice (union)

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

Job summary

Johnson Controls, Inc. in Metairie, LA seeks an Apprentice for pneumatic control systems and mechanical equipment service under the local bargaining agreement. You will install field devices, perform commissioning, troubleshoot, and support warranty responses under supervision.

The role requires a high school diploma, familiarity with HVAC, and a valid driver's license. EPA certification a plus, with on-the-job training provided through Local programs and a union-backed pay scale.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
• Familiarity with HVAC equipment is required.
• EPA Refrigeration certification is a plus.
• Ability to perform general building maintenance is required.
• Ability to work in an industrial environment is required.
• Self-starter with ability to work independently.
• Current driver's license is required.
• Willingness to supplement on-the-job training with Local-provided training.
• 2 year degree or equivalent combination of education and experience is required.

Responsibilities

• Perform all pneumatic control systems and mechanical equipment service per the labor agreement.
• Install more complex field devices and commission using standard tools.
• Troubleshoot and resolve problems; respond to basic warranty calls.
• Keep JCI, contractors and the customer informed of progress and issues.

Skills

HVAC familiarity

General maintenance

Industrial environment

Self-starter

Driver's license

Training willingness

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

2 year degree or equivalent

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

Apprentices shall perform all pneumatic control systems and mechanical equipment service and all other work coming under the labor agreement assigned by the Employer, limited only by their capabilities as determined by the Employer, at the respective apprentice rate of pay, and shall perform all assigned work under the direction of the Employer. Installs more complex required system field devices and commissioning using standard configuration and commissioning tools. Troubleshoots and resolves problems. Responds to basic warranty calls. Keeps JCI, contractors, and the customer informed of job progress and issues as needed.

What we look for

Required

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Familiarity with HVAC equipment
• EPA Refrigeration certification a plus
• The ability to perform general building maintenance
• The ability to work in an industrial environment
• Self-starter with ability to work independently
• This position requires a current driver's license
• Willingness to supplement on-the-job training with training provided by Local
• 2 year degree or equivalent combination of education and experience

*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