Shipboard Foreman, Navy Systems (Job Number: 979)

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Employment Type: Full time
Location: Norfolk, VA US
Job Category: Manufacturing Operations
Job Number: 979

We are seeking a Shipboard Foreman to join our Federal Systems team at our new Norfolk location with a state-of-the-art re-build shop.

 

At Johnson Controls Navy Systems, our field service team specializes in shipboard HVAC/R equipment and control systems. We understand the unique requirements, standards, procedures, and challenges associated with supporting the U.S. Department of Defense and its individual agencies.  Our factory-authorized service professionals are trained and supported by the engineering and manufacturing teams that design, build, and test these specialty chillers to the exacting standards required by the U.S. Navy. Backed by a deep pool of knowledge and experience that only an OEM can provide.

 

Our YORK® products are installed on more than 90% of the U.S. Naval fleet, as well as many on U.S. Coast Guard and Military Sealift Command vessels.  These mission critical systems provide cooling for weapons, command and control systems, and crew comfort while enduring punishing conditions from weapons-effect shock, heavy-weather, ship vibration, and extreme temperature variations.

 

Location: Norfolk, VA
Union:
This is a bargaining unit (union) position.
Benefits: Eligible for benefits on first day of employment

Union:  This is a bargaining unit (Union) position.


As the Shipboard Foreman, you will:

 

  • Report directly to the Project Team Lead.
  • Assist the Account Sales Executive and Field Service Inventory Coordinator as needed.
  • Is the single point of reference for all of the field service technicians. 
  • Coordinates writing reports, analyzing Test and Inspection plans from the shipyards.
  • Provides technical manual support with nomenclature, drawings, and other shipboard activities as needed.

 

Required Qualifications:

 

  • 5+ years of commercial and/or industrial HVAC experience with mechanical troubleshooting and service experience.
  • Valid driver’s license
  • Good verbal and written communication skills.
  • US Citizen with the ability to obtain and maintain required government clearances and other worksite specific badges. (This involves a background/character, criminal history, employment, and credit check.)

 

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Mechanical Journeyman license
  • 15+ years of experience with Navy Marine service equipment
  • Chiller maintenance and service experience

Who We Are

At Johnson Controls (NYSE:JCI), we are One Team working collaboratively to create purposeful solutions that make a difference in the world. We are a Fortune 500 company with more than 100,000 employees worldwide offering the world`s largest portfolio of building technology products, solutions and services. As a member of our Federal Systems team, your work matters. We value and recognize your contributions and want to help you succeed. We invest in our employees, provide opportunities for growth and advancement, and foster a culture of inclusion and respect.

 

To learn more about who we are and what we do, please check out our Take a Journey video.  

Recently, Johnson Controls has been recognized by several organizations for leadership in Environment, Sustainability and Governance, as well as innovations in smart building platforms:

 

Johnson Controls 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. 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

 

Division: JCFS (Johnson Controls Federal Systems)

 

This is a bargaining unit (union) position.

Johnson Controls 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, 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/tomorrowneedsyou.

Division: JCFS (Johnson Controls Federal Systems)

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