HVAC Service Technician Apprentice (union)

Johnson Controls; Charlottesville (VA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Johnson Controls Inc. invites aspiring technicians to join our apprenticeship program in Virginia. You’ll gain HVAC knowledge, hands-on training on client sites, and access to the Service Technical Academy, with mentorship and potential advancement opportunities.

The program emphasizes safety, union engagement, and skills development in building automation technologies, while offering a clear path to certification and career growth within Johnson Controls.

Qualifications

• Must be a member or willing to join the local union.
• Tech Savvy, using AI tools and handheld devices
• Mechanical HVAC systems knowledge, facilities management systems, site preparation and peripheral equipment installation/servicing
• Strong interpersonal skills to represent Johnson Controls professionally
• Leadership to support mechanics on non-complex HVAC equipment
• Self-starter capable of independent work
• Prioritize safety at all times
• Valid driver’s license required

Responsibilities

• Attend Apprentice School 2 nights a week in Richmond (mandatory).
• Train and work on HVAC mechanical equipment and controls on client sites.
• Participate in Service Technical Academy certification training.
• Develop troubleshooting skills for technical issues and customer needs.
• Provide progress updates to JCI, contractors, and customers as needed.
• Meet attendance requirements for first-year Union training.
• Suggest recommendations to improve facility efficiency and upsell opportunities.
• Provide quotes to support recommendations and solutions.

Skills

Tech Savvy

AI tools

Handheld devices

Education

Trade school / technical college

Tools

HVAC controls installation

Facilities management systems

Site preparation techniques

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

• Attend Apprentice School 2 nights a week in Richmond is mandatory.
• 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 local union.
• Tech Savy, using AI tools and handheld devices
• 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.

Pay Range:

$19.80 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.

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