HVAC Truck Based Chiller Mechanic (union)

Johnson Controls; Missouri; On-site; USD 37,000 - 61,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle

Tools provided

Uniforms provided

Union benefits

Job summary

Johnson Controls in St. Louis, Missouri is seeking a union HVAC Truck Based Chiller Mechanic to service and commission large-scale cooling systems across North America.

The role includes startup, troubleshooting, and aftermarket service, with 10–20% travel for branch customers and a strong emphasis on safety and customer value. You will work under a union contract, participate in JCI’s STA program, and have access to a company vehicle, tools, uniforms, and career development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Minimum of three years of practical working experience on commercial and/or ducted chillers, AHUs or roof-top units with strong HVAC/mechanical troubleshooting experience.
• Universal EPA refrigerants license and applicable state/local licensing.
• Must be a member or willing to join the United Association of Journeymen and Apprentices of the Plumbing and Pipe Fitting Industry

Responsibilities

• Perform startup, commissioning, and aftermarket services for chilled water systems.
• Troubleshoot and repair centrifugal compressors, steam turbines, and screw chillers components.
• Provide quotes and recommendations to improve facility efficiency and resolve issues.
• Maintain safety standards and document service activities.
• Collaborate with local market mechanics and support branch customers during startup and commissioning.

Skills

HVAC troubleshooting

Chiller systems

Commissioning

Job description

## HVAC Truck Based Chiller Mechanic (union)Apply: St Louis-Missouri-United States of America: Full time: Posted Today: WD30279828**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 with proven experience in commercial and/or ducted systems, air-cooled and/or water-cooled chillers, air handling units (AHUs), and rooftop ducted units.* 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:*** 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.* **Travel will be required for training during the first six months.*** Be a dedicated member of a North America Branch team willing to learn and be responsible for startup, commissioning, trouble shooting and aftermarket services for this fast-growing business.* Minimum of three (3) years of practical working experience on commercial and/or ducted products, air cooled and/or water-cooled chillers, AHU’s or Roof Top ducted units with strong HVAC/ mechanical troubleshooting experience.* Able to repair centrifugal compressors, steam turbines, screw chillers system components.* Travel maybe required 10% to 20% to support Branch Customers startup and commissioning activities as well as aftermarket service trouble shooting.* You will be required to pass a knowledge examination to assess proficiencies.* Opportunity to invest in career development. You will enroll in training programs and JCI’s STA to gain knowledge in HVAC products and sales quoting.* You will work collaboratively with other local market mechanics.* 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: $54.60 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.