HVAC Truck Based Journeyman Mechanic (union)

Johnson Controls, Inc.; Pasadena (TX); Hybrid; USD 45,744 - 65,151; Full time

Job summary

Johnson Controls, Inc. is hiring HVAC Mechanics in Pasadena, Texas, with a focus on delivering exceptional service on commercial and industrial systems. The ideal candidate will have three years of relevant experience in mechanical troubleshooting and the ability to communicate effectively with customers.

This role offers a pay rate of $40.25 per hour and includes benefits through a local labor union. Your work will involve problem-solving, maintenance, and support to ensure systems run efficiently while focusing on safety and teamwork.

Qualifications

• Three years of mechanical troubleshooting experience in the HVAC industry.
• Experience with rooftop units, pumps, fans, and chillers.
• Ability to communicate technical issues and solutions to customers.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance and repair on commercial HVACR systems.
• Provide customer solutions and upselling opportunities.
• Collaborate with local mechanics and apprentices.

Skills

HVAC piping

Mechanical troubleshooting

Customer service

Detail-oriented

Teamwork

Education

Universal EPA refrigerants license

State or local licensing

Tools

Vibration equipment

Job description

About us

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 chance to work on light commercial and/or heavy commercial teams with the most advanced heavy commercial and cutting‑edge industrial equipment. 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 Mechanics who have practical work experience in their trade, (HVAC piping, plumbing, pipefitting and /or mechanical equipment service industry).

Mechanics must have practical working experience in light commercial or commercial mechanical equipment. May be required to satisfactorily pass an examination to identify special skills. Scope of work shall be limited to commercial HVACR service. Servicemen may partner with Journeymen in the repair of centrifugal, steam turbines, and open‑drive screw chillers. Perform maintenance, repair and replacement services on commercial heating and cooling systems.

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.
• Be a dedicated member of a North America Branch team willing to learn and be responsible for system trouble shooting, repair and aftermarket services for this fast‑growing business.
• Minimum of Three (3) years Commercial and/or industrial, mechanical troubleshooting experience in the HVAC industry. This includes Rooftop units, pumps, fans, towers, boilers, chillers, compressors, plumbing.
• Mechanical shaft alignment using dial indicators, etc. of pumps, fans, Compressors.
• Able to use vibration equipment to trouble shoot drivelines.
• Travel maybe required 10% to 20% to support Branch Customers activities, trouble shooting, installation and repair.
• 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 as well as Servicemen and apprentices.
• 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: $40.25 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.