HVAC Apprentice

Johnson Controls is hiring a HVAC Apprentice in Wilmington, NC. Pay stated by the employer: $30.59/hr. Posted November 9, 2026. Checked against the employer's posting on November 12, 2026.

What you will do Johnson Controls the leading Building Technology OEM for Healthcare, Manufacturing, Higher Education, K12 and Commercial Real Estate is seeking skilled HVAC Servicemen to join our growing business.

Johnson Controls offers competitive pay and benefits. This opportunity offers the chance to commission, service and maintain the most advanced commercial equipment in the world.

As a trusted advisor to our customers, you will consult with our customers on comfort, building inefficiency and other service-related issues. How will you do it We provide factory certification through our Service Technical Academy (STA) with milestone recognition and monetary rewards and advancement.

You will have direct access to Factory Technical Support. We will equip you with the safety equipment, uniforms, tools, cell phone, technical equipment and vehicle required for your job.

Must have two years practical working experience in residential, light commercial or commercial mechanical equipment. You may be required to satisfactorily pass an examination to identify your skills and knowledge.

Servicemen may assist Journeymen in the repair and service of centrifugal, absorption, screw and scroll chillers. You will perform maintenance, repair and replacement services on commercial heating and cooling systems and recommend solutions to ensure facilities are running efficiently.

You will identify enhancements that will provide customer systems reliability and sustainability at the time of service and provide labor and material quotes to support your recommendations.

We provide incentives for executed recommendations you quote.  You will participate in weekend, night, and holiday call out service on a rotating basis.

What we look for Required • Adherence to the company Safety Program. • High School Diploma or equivalent. • Two (2) years Commercial and/or industrial, mechanical troubleshooting experience in the HVAC industry.

• Demonstrated knowledge of the maintenance and repair of three phase Commercial HVAC equipment, RTU’s, Heat Pumps and Fans • A valid driver’s license • EPA Universal Refrigerant Certification required.

• Good verbal and written communication skills. • Be willing to join the UA of Plumbers and Pipefitters. Preferred • Five (5) years of Commercial and or industrial work experience in the HVAC industry • Demonstrated knowledge of the maintenance and minor repair pumps, VFD’s, Air Handling Units, and Rooftop units.

Pay Range: $30.59 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. #techhiring 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, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a qualified individual with a disability or any other characteristic protected by law.

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