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HVAC Technician, Level T24, 1st Shift

SC Johnson · WI

Posted Sep 13, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Sep 20, 2026

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Behavioral

Tell me about a time you had a piece of HVAC equipment fail during production and you had to get it running again fast.

how they perform under pressure on emergency breakdowns and whether they can make sound judgment calls quickly

Tell me about a preventative maintenance program you've been part of. What was your role in keeping it on track?

whether they see PM as routine paperwork or genuinely engage with reliability practices

Describe a situation where you had to teach a less experienced technician or coworker how to do something.

willingness to mentor and share ownership, which the posting explicitly asks for

Tell me about a time you were part of a root cause analysis after an equipment failure. What was your contribution?

ability to participate meaningfully in group problem solving, not just fix and move on

What kind of environment have you worked in before, industrial, hospital, manufacturing, and how did the pace or safety expectations differ from a typical commercial HVAC job?

whether their past environment matches the demands of a manufacturing plant setting

Technical

Walk me through your EPA 608 and refrigerant license background, and tell me about the range of equipment you've worked on, things like rooftop air handling units, chillers, or DX units.

whether the required licenses are current and backed by real hands-on breadth across equipment types

What's your experience with steam and condensate systems, and have you done any pipefitting work?

depth in the utility side of the role beyond straight HVAC, since the posting explicitly calls this out

Can you read an electrical schematic, and tell me about a time you traced an electrical fault on HVAC equipment using one.

real electrical troubleshooting skill versus just familiarity with the concept

Have you worked with Reliability Centered Maintenance or similar programs? What did that look like day to day?

exposure to RCM concepts, which the posting lists as a preferred differentiator

Tell me about your experience with fire suppression or fire protection systems, if any.

coverage of a required-adjacent skill area not central to HVAC training but explicitly listed

Situational

Say a chiller alarms out at 2am and you're the only tech on site. Walk me through how you'd approach diagnosing it.

structured troubleshooting process and comfort working independently without backup

If you found a system control setting way outside its normal range, but the equipment seemed to be running fine, what would you do?

judgment around when to intervene versus escalate, and respect for process over shortcuts

How would you handle a schedule change that moved you off a project you had ownership of and onto a different shift or task with little notice?

flexibility and attitude toward the shifting assignments the role requires

This job involves lifting up to 40 pounds, climbing stairs, working overhead, and sometimes outside. How have you managed the physical demands of HVAC work over a full shift?

realistic self-assessment of physical readiness for the job's ergonomic demands

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The full job description

As published by SC Johnson.

SC Johnson has been leading with purpose for 140 years, building high-quality products and iconic brands found in homes, schools and businesses in virtually every country worldwide – including OFF!®, Raid®, Glade®, Windex®, Scrubbing Bubbles®, Ziploc®, Mrs. Meyer’s Clean Day®, method®, Autan®, Baygon®, Mr Muscle®, Duck®, Lysoform® and more. The 13,000 people of our global, fifth-generation family company are committed to making the world a better place today and for future generations. ABOUT THE ROLE As an HVAC Technician in this role you will maintain, repair, and install a variety of HVAC equipment such as roof top air handling units, exhaust systems, chillers, DX units, steam & condensate systems, and water utilities. This is a first shift, 8 hour position, with varied amounts of overtime may be expected to support site overhaul and preventative / predictive maintenance requirements. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES • HVAC Technicians will be required to maintain and repair heating, ventilating, and air conditioning equipment as well as plumbing and utility systems. This position must possess a working knowledge of various HVAC control systems that will enable them to efficiently troubleshoot and repair/replace control systems. • Job responsibilities include completing Preventative Maintenance plans, contributing to and performing process improvements of equipment, responding to emergency equipment breakdowns, and maintaining system records. • Technicians will be involved in making proper judgments to determine the appropriate actions when equipment malfunctions and intervention is required. • Technicians must be able to work independently and in small or large and group situations. • Technicians must demonstrate a willingness and ability to learn, teach others, and to take ownership for various aspects of the manufacturing process. A strong work ethic, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple priorities is critical. • Occasionally, Technicians will be required to participate constructively in meetings involving decision making, problem solving, and root cause analysis. • Flexibility is needed to be successful in this role. Based on business needs, Technicians must be willing and able to rotate to different assignments and work schedules. REQUIRED SKILLS YOU'LL BRING • EPA 608 Universal license • Refrigerant license • 5 years’ experience in HVAC trade • Journeymen license or Technical Degree in HVAC • Technical certificates and certifications in HVAC trade • Able to troubleshoot problems with refrigerant, electrical, and duct systems on HVAC equipment. • Willing and able to assist in functions such as pipefitting and fire suppression systems. PREFERRED SKILLS • Ability to read electrical schematics and troubleshoot minor electrical failures. • Demonstrate strength in problem solving and troubleshooting • Knowledge of fire protection systems • Steam, condensate, and/or pipefitting knowledge • Knowledge of utility services • Pump rebuilding knowledge • Ability to work successfully in a team environment • Flexibility to work within a team or independently with minimal supervision • Work experience within an industrial, hospital, or manufacturing environment • RCM (Reliability Centered Maintenance) experience JOB REQUIREMENTS • Full time • 1st shift (8hrs) • Employees must be able to demonstrate ability to complete the essential functions of the job and tolerate the ergonomic stressors of the job. This includes lifting up to 40 pounds, standing, sitting, walking, bending, climbing stairs, kneeling, reaching overhead, pushing, and pulling, and working outside when required. S.C. Johnson & Son, Inc. is an equal employment opportunity 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, marital status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, ancestry, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. with purpose for over 130 years, building top brands such as Raid®, Glade®, Kiwi®, OFF!®, Windex®, Ziploc® and more, in virtually every country. Through these household names, we are making a positive difference to the world around us. But we only succeed with the combined vitality and strength of our 13,000 people who we truly value and support in their pursuit of individual and shared goals. Together, we are creating a better future – for the planet, for future generations and for every SCJ team member. Come join us and make an impact through iconic global brands. GO FURTHER WITH OUR FAMILY™ We are a committed team of collaborative, diverse and purpose-driven All-For-Oners and Wave Makers. Together, we are high-performing and socially responsible, and everybody works at their best while encouraging each other to reach their full potential. From your very first day, you will become a part of our team and feel a connection to your colleagues, while also experiencing a strong sense of trust, honesty and respect. Join us and you will experience a unique culture of camaraderie and support where both individual and collective accomplishments that contribute to our success are recognized and celebrated.   Inclusion & Diversity We’re a global business, with people from every culture, ethnicity, race, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, age and ability. We recognize the breadth of human experience, and we work to celebrate it. It is our goal to build a diverse, inclusive and supportive work environment where all people can thrive. We’re committed to ongoing efforts that help us attract, hire, and retain diverse talent who want to build a positive, inclusive environment. Read more about our ongoing initiatives at https://jobs.scjohnson.com/inclusion . Better Together At SC Johnson, we believe people achieve their best when they collaborate and work together in person. We value connection to strengthen teamwork, accelerate problem solving, and drive innovation. Equal Opportunity Employer The policy of the Company is to ensure equal opportunity for all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, gender, marital status, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, age, gender identity, gender expression, disability, citizenship, pregnancy, veteran status, membership in any active or reserve component of the U.S. or state military forces, genetic history or information or any other category protected by law. Accommodation Requests If you are an individual with a disability and you need an accommodation or other assistance during the application process, please call our Human Resources department at 262-260-3343 or email your request to SCJHR@scj.com . All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply. Download the EEO Know Your Rights poster  for more information.

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