HVAC Truck Based Journeyman Mechanic (union)

Johnson Controls; Waite Park (MN); On-site; USD 48,600 - 59,400; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tools and uniforms provided

Company vehicle

Factory certification and monetary rewards

Job summary

Johnson Controls Inc. is seeking a skilled HVAC technician to support commercial teams in Minnesota. The role involves maintenance and repair of HVAC systems, requiring at least three years of troubleshooting experience. Strong communication and safety focus are vital.

The technician will receive a competitive hourly rate of $54.19 and additional benefits through a local labor union, including full-time tools and a company vehicle.

Qualifications

• Minimum three years of commercial/industrial HVAC troubleshooting experience.
• Familiarity with EPA refrigerants licensing and applicable state or local licensing.
• Willingness to pass a knowledge examination and enroll in training programs.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance, repair, and replacement services on commercial HVAC systems.
• Partner with Journeymen to repair centrifugal and steam turbines.
• Provide customer service, including troubleshooting and upselling opportunities.

Skills

Commercial/Industrial HVAC troubleshooting

Mechanical shaft alignment

Communication skills

Detail orientation

Safety focus

Education

Valid driver's license

Membership in United Association of Journeymen

Tools

Vibration equipment

Dial indicators

Job description

About the role

Johnson Controls Inc. is looking for forward‑thinking talent to join our HVAC business in North America. The role supports light and heavy commercial HVAC teams with advanced equipment and focuses on maintenance, repair, and service of commercial HVACR systems.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance, repair, and replacement services on commercial heating and cooling systems.
• Partner with Journeymen to repair centrifugal, steam turbines, and open‑drive screw chillers.
• Provide customer service, including troubleshooting, solutions, and upselling opportunities.
• Prepare and provide quotes to support recommended solutions.
• Use vibration equipment and other tools to troubleshoot drives and mechanical components.
• Travel 10–20% to support branch customers.
• Participate in the Service Plus Rewards program.

Qualifications

• Member or willing to join the United Association of Journeymen & Apprentices of the Plumbing and Pipe Fitting Industry of the United States and Canada, AFL‑CIO.
• Minimum three (3) years of commercial/industrial HVAC troubleshooting experience, including rooftop units, pumps, fans, towers, boilers, chillers, compressors, plumbing.
• Experience with mechanical shaft alignment using dial indicators and vibration analysis.
• Familiarity with EPA refrigerants licensing and applicable state or local licensing.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Self‑starter with strong communication, detail orientation, and safety focus.
• Willingness to pass a knowledge examination and enroll in training programs.

Benefits & Compensation

• Hourly rate of $54.19, determined by the CBA/rate sheet.
• Benefits provided through a local labor union aligned with a collective bargaining agreement.
• Full‑time tools, uniforms, and a company vehicle.
• Factory certification through Service Technical Academy (STA) with recognition, monetary rewards, and advancement.
• Incentive programs and a focus on employee safety.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Johnson Controls International plc. is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status or any other characteristic protected by law. For more information about your equal opportunity and non‑discrimination rights, visit EEO is the Law. If you are a person with a disability and need an accommodation during the application process, please visit here.