Chiller Apprentice

Since the start of the pandemic our focus has been on the safety of our employees, customers, partners, and communities, while continuing to run our business and support our customers. We continue to see an increasing number of our customers and partners implementing vaccine mandates for those working within their facilities, including our employees. More than 1000 of our customers in the U.S. are currently requiring vaccination from their suppliers, with this number increasing every day.

The U.S. Federal government is one of BSNA’s largest customers and the Federal government recently issued multiple vaccination requirements that directly impact our company. A cross-functional team worked diligently to sift through the complexities of those requirements and determined the best solution with both our employees and our customers in mind. The team developed a site classification model to manage the Federal requirements, and area and local leadership teams determined site classifications based on Federal work, capacity needs, customer requirements, market conditions, etc.

As a result of that review, management has determined that this role now requires candidates to be vaccinated to meet our Federal government and/or customer obligations. We thank you for your patience and support as we work through this complexities.

What you will do

Under general supervision, conducts preventive maintenance, repair, installation, general servicing and troubleshooting of mechanical HVAC systems. Responsible for high levels of customer satisfaction through direct, on site, customer interface. Mentors’ peers on mechanical HVAC installation & service activities. Properly completes required project and service documentation.

How you will do it

Apprentices are governed by the local union agreement, and they will perform all pneumatic control systems and mechanical equipment service and all other work coming under this Agreement assigned by the Employer, limited only by their capabilities as determined by the Employer, at the respective apprentice rate of pay, and shall perform all assigned work under the direction of the Employer.

Routine service and inspections, regardless of size or location of the HVAC mechanical equipment being inspected or serviced, where this work is done as a periodic and routine procedure by the Employer, such as:

• You will change and service filters
• You will oil and grease mechanical components
• You will adjust or replace belts
• You will clean cooling towers, coils, chiller evaporator and condenser tubes
• You will maintain other mechanical systems operation under contract with customer
• You will clean and provide routine maintenance of solar energy equipment
• You will perform Indoor Air Quality related work including duct systems and drain pans
• You will establish & maintain a positive relationship with customers, vendors, and co-workers through effective oral and written communication skills via phone, computer, and face to face
• You will be expected to provide quote estimates for labor & material repairs and upgrades as needed
• You will use cutting edge software and technology, along with a variety of hand-tools, rigging equipment, following blueprints or engineering specifications, to diagnose and repair equipment
• You will be expected to continually enforce safety to the highest standards and maintain security and accountability of company issued and procured assets by recording use, wear, and conditions
• You will be expected to work as part of a team who is dedicated to delivering the highest standard of service to all its customers which may require the flexibility to work overtime and weekends as the business requires, including occasional overnight stays

What we look for
Required

• Vocational School four-year program or an Associate degree in mechanical systems, air conditioning, or similar field
• Three years of industry experience or five years of experience in servicing mechanical systems in the HVAC industry
• Generally, required knowledge includes mechanical HVAC systems, facilities management systems, site preparation, peripheral equipment installation and servicing techniques
• Effective interpersonal skills to properly represent Johnson Controls to customers and other outside contacts in an ethical and professional manner
• Ability to explain technical information to technical and non-technical people
• Leadership skills to support the activities of Mechanics working on non-complex, non-critical mechanical HVAC equipment on a job site

**This is a Bargaining Unit Position.

Where legally permissible, if hired, the candidate is required to be fully vaccinated against Covid-19 no later than his/her start date, unless the candidate has a valid medical condition or sincerely held religious belief precluding, he/her from receiving the vaccine.

Who we are

Johnson Controls International plc. is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, protected veteran status, genetic information, status as a qualified individual with a disability, or any other characteristic protected by law. For more information, please view EEO is the Law. If you are an individual with a disability and you require an accommodation during the application process, please visit www.johnsoncontrols.com/careers.