HVAC Truck Based Chiller Technical Team Lead (union)

About the role

Johnson Controls, Inc. is seeking skilled HVAC Technicians to support the growth of their HVAC business in North America. The position offers opportunities to work on cutting-edge facilities, chillers, and commercial products.

Responsibilities

• Provide service and maintenance for air cooled and/or water-cooled chillers, industrial chillers, AHU’s, or large roof-top ducted units.
• Escalate technical issues to Product Technical Support PTS teams and assist in resolving critical issues.
• Offer solutions and recommendations to enhance facility efficiency and address service-related items.
• Prepare and present quotes for recommended solutions and upgrades.

Requirements

• Minimum of 12 years of practical experience on air cooled and/or water-cooled chillers, industrial chillers, AHU’s, or large roof-top ducted units.
• Must be a member of the United Association of Journeymen and Apprentices of the Plumbing and Pipe Fitting Industry of the United States and Canada, AFL-CIO.
• Lead large complex repairs, jobs, or retrofits.
• Recognized as a leader and coach within the branch, providing on-the-job training and consulting services.
• Able to repair centrifugal compressors, steam turbines, absorption chillers, screw chillers, and/or ammonia/hydrocarbon system components.
• Maintain ammonia and hydrocarbon safety training certification.
• Proficient in multiple OEM chiller panels and controllers, and able to troubleshoot industrial Allen Bradley control systems.
• Able to trouble shoot large tonnage chillers, VSD’s, and provide on-site training.
• Pass a knowledge examination to assess proficiencies.

Qualifications

• Universal EPA refrigerants license, applicable state or local licensing, and valid driver's license.
• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills, with the ability to represent the company to customers and other contacts.
• Excellent communication and writing skills to explain technical information to both technical and non-technical audiences.

Skills

• Technical proficiency in HVAC systems, including chilled water loops, pumping, compressor enthalpy, and troubleshooting.
• Experience with mechanical shaft alignment, vibration equipment, and compressor driveline troubleshooting.
• Knowledge of multiple OEM chiller panels and controllers, and ability to work with industrial Allen Bradley control systems.
• Ability to manage workloads to meet professional standards and customer satisfaction.

Benefits

The position is a Bargaining Unit Position with a pay range of $41.45 hourly rate, determined by the Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) or rate sheet. Benefits are provided through a local labor union aligned with a collective bargaining agreement.