Commercial HVAC Journeyman Service Technician - Des Moines - Union

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Carrier is the leading global provider of healthy, safe and sustainable building and cold chain solutions with a world-class, diverse workforce with business segments covering HVAC, refrigeration, and fire and security. We make modern life possible by delivering safer, smarter and more sustainable services that make a difference to people and our planet while revolutionizing industry trends. This is why we come to work every day. Join us, and we can make a difference together. 

About this role

As a Journeyman with Carrier, you will uniquely impact our customers, becoming the face of the confidence we stand by while ensuring their comfort. Your knowledge of Commercial HVAC will be critical in working on a variety of installations, repairs, and maintenance projects. Chances to work independently and as a team will highlight your ability to both collaborate and individually make on-the-job decisions. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who is passionate about their trade and wants to take their skills to the next level. 

At Carrier, we value our partnerships with our Union workers and are committed to providing payment for all travel time incurred; plus, Carrier has an on-call schedule that helps ensure better work-life balance, with on-call rotation being held every 7-8 weeks in most locations. 

Key Responsibilities

• Diagnosing mechanical and electrical malfunctions and making recommendations

• Performing regularly scheduled maintenance on heating and cooling units

• Installing, replacing, or repairing equipment; including the need to calibrate thermostatic controls; worn heating, ventilation and air-conditioning parts and equipment; repair or replace low- and high-pressure liquid lines etc.

• Assembling and installing metal ductwork

• Assisting in planning and designing of new installations of heating and air-conditioning systems 

• Providing estimates of materials required 

• Repairing and replacing damaged parts and equipment

• Reading blueprints, floor plans and wiring diagrams

• Reading and interpreting City, State, and EPA regulations

• Establishing and maintain effective relationships with customers and their representatives 

• Safely operating company vehicles, machinery, and equipment 

• Recognizing risks and safety hazards commonly found in HVAC operations, and implementing appropriate controls to ensure safe work; collaborate with management personnel to maintain safe working environments 

• Identify situations that require escalation or elevation to Supervisor or Manager for guidance or need to request additional support 

• Regularly rig and properly set up gantry for safely lifting equipment, overhauling pumps, chillers etc.

• Participating in all required safety training and actively carry all state or national required licensing.  

Required Qualifications 

As a journeyman, you understand the importance of providing expert and quality service. We are looking for an individual who has:

• A minimum of 5 years practical working experience in the HVAC Industry

• This role may also require passing examination regarding the abilities and know-how of Building Trades Journeyman, conducted by an Examining Board 

• Must be able to lift 50lbs

• Must be able to stand, crawl, sit, squat of extended period of times 

• High School Diploma/GED 

• Possess and maintain valid and current Driver’s License and be insurable by the company’s insurance carrier 

• Must either be a current union member or willing to join a union

Preferred Qualifications

Other experience and qualities you may have that would be beneficial in this role include:

• Basic understanding of building automation controls

• Excellent communication skills both written and verbal

• Experience using Salesforce and ServiceMax is a plus 

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Carrier is An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age or any other federally protected class.

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