HVAC Truck Based Chiller Mechanic (un)

Johnson Controls; North Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 43,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Johnson Controls Inc. is seeking seasoned HVAC technicians to support the North America service business, focusing on air cooled and water-cooled chillers, AHUs, and large roof-top units.

The role offers factory certification through the STA, access to tools, a company vehicle, and safety-first culture. Applicants should have 8+ years in field experience with chillers, ammonia/hydrocarbon safety training, and EPA refrigerants license.

Qualifications

• Eight+ years of practical working experience on air cooled and/or water-cooled chillers, industrial chillers, AHUs or large roof top ducted units.
• Repair of centrifugal compressors, steam turbines, screw chillers, and/or ammonia/hydrocarbon components.
• Ammonia and hydrocarbon safety training certification.
• Extensive HVAC systems knowledge including chilled water loops, pumping, and compressor troubleshooting.

Responsibilities

• Provide the highest level of service to solve facility inefficiencies and issues at commissioning and aftermarket service.
• Propose and deliver quotes to support recommendations and maintain customer satisfaction.
• Upsell opportunities identified during service and maintain safety as a priority.

Skills

HVAC troubleshooting

Chillers experience

Vibration analysis

EPA refrigerant license

Mechanical fundamentals

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 organization to support the fast-growing HVAC business in North America.

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 facilities, HVAC chillers and commercial products 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.

How will you do it

We are looking for skilled HVAC Technicians who have experience with air cooled and/or water-cooled chillers, Industrial chillers, AHU’s or large roof top ducted units. Preferred experience in Industrial Petro-Chemical, or Data Center vertical environments. We provide factory certification through our Service Technical Academy (STA) with recognition, monetary rewards, and advancement. We offer incentive programs and a #1 focus on employee safety. We also provide tools, uniforms, and a company vehicle to perform your job and service our customers to the highest standard.

Provide our customers with the highest level of service to solve facility inefficiencies and resolve service-related items. As a trusted advisor to our customers, you will provide solutions and outcomes at the time of commissioning and aftermarket service. 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

Required

• Minimum of Eight (8) years of practical working experience on air cooled and/or water-cooled chillers, industrial chillers, AHU’s or large roof top ducted units with strong HVAC/ mechanical troubleshooting experience.
• Able to repair centrifugal compressors, steam turbines, screw chillers and/or ammonia / hydrocarbon system components.
• Maintain ammonia and hydrocarbon safety training certification.
• Extensive experience in HVAC systems, (Chilled water loops, Pumping, Compressor enthalpy, Compressor trouble shooting and rebuild.
• Mechanical shaft alignment using dial indicators, lasers, etc. of pumps, fans, Compressors.
• Able to use vibration equipment to trouble shoot compressor drivelines.
• Proficient in the operations, trouble shooting and repair of large tonnage chiller 460 vac VSD’s.
• You will be required to pass a knowledge examination to assess proficiencies.
• Opportunity to invest in career development. You will enroll in training programs to gain knowledge in HVAC products and sales quoting.
• You will work with other local market mechanics and when necessary, provide on-the-job training.
• Attention to detail through interpersonal, digital, and written skills. Able to write and communicate to the customer problem, cause, and corrective actions.
• Able to provide quotes to customers and participate in JCI’s Service Plus Rewards program.
• Self-starter with a passion/ desire to learn and apply on the job.
• Prioritize safety in all forms
• Universal EPA refrigerants license, applicable state or local licensing, and valid driver’s license

Pay Range: $38.23 hourly rate rate in MinScale and is negotiable based off skillset level 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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