Controls Systems Technician

Alloy Enterprises; Dartmouth; On-site; CAD 38,000 - 53,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Paid vacation, holidays, and sick time

Benefits from day one

Pension plan

Company vehicle and tools provided

Scheduling and management support

Job summary

Johnson Controls in Canada is seeking a skilled Installer/Technician to perform system commissioning for HVAC controls using Johnson Controls configuration tools. You will diagnose basic mechanical, electrical, and control issues and respond to warranty calls.

Ideal candidates bring hands-on experience with tools, strong computer skills, attention to detail, and valid driver's license, with a safety-focused approach and ability to document commissioning activities for as-built records.

Qualifications

• Proven technical capability.
• Able to use hand tools (screwdrivers, wrenches, wire strippers).
• Strong computer skills and attention to detail.
• Effective communication and listening skills.
• Class 5 Driver's Licence with a clean driving record.
• Licensing requirements may vary by location.

Responsibilities

• Loads system-level controller software and performs basic commissioning.
• Diagnoses basic HVAC mechanical, electrical, and control problems.
• Responds to basic warranty calls.
• Keeps management and customers informed of progress and issues.
• Calibrates systems with basic test equipment and documents changes.
• Completes administrative tasks and on-site documentation.

Skills

Technical capability

Hand tools

Computer skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Driver's license

Education

Tech diploma/certification

Job description

Johnson Controls, a global leader in thermal management, mission-critical building systems, energy efficiency, and decarbonization, helps customers use energy more productively, reduce carbon emissions, and operate with the precision and resilience required in rapidly expanding industries such as data centers, healthcare, pharmaceuticals, advanced manufacturing, and higher education.

For more than 140 years, Johnson Controls has delivered performance where it really matters. Backed by advanced technology, lifecycle services and an industry-leading field organization, we elevate customer performance, turn goals into real-world results and help move society forward.

Here’s what we have to offer

• Competitive pay.

• Paid vacation, holidays, and sick time.

• Comprehensive benefits package, including pension, medical, dental, and vision care - available from day one.

• Extensive product and on-the-job/cross-training opportunities, supported by our outstanding internal resources.

• Encouraging and collaborative team environment.

• Dedication to safety through our Zero Harm policy.

• JCI Employee discount programs (The Loop by Perk Spot).

• Company vehicle, tools, and equipment provided to complete all jobs.

• Scheduling and management support.

What you will do

Performs assigned system commissioning using Johnson Controls configuration and commissioning tools. Solves problems and resolves basic HVAC mechanical, electrical, and control problems. Responds to basic warranty calls.

How you will do it

• Loads system-level controller software. Performs basic commissioning and system diagnostics from system-level controllers to end devices (i.e., sensors, actuators, etc.) and completes all required commissioning documentation

• Keeps management and customers informed of job progress and issues

• Calibrates systems requiring basic electronic test equipment

• Completes administrative tasks including but not limited to time sheets, expense reports, and on-site documentation

• Documents changes and provides information for as-built documentation

• Communicate with the JCI contractor or customer upon arrival and before leaving the work site

• Follows all safety standards and attends required safety training. A high degree of regard for employee and subcontractor safety.

What we look for

Required

• Proven technical capability

• Able to use hand tools (i.e., screwdrivers, wrenches, wire strippers)

• Strong computer skills required

• Attention to detail

• Effective communication and listening skills

• Depending on location, the mounting and termination of low-voltage devices may have special licensing requirements.

• Class 5 Driver's Licence with a clean driving record.

Preferred

• Two years experience in installing electronic and/or mechanical systems.

• Proven knowledge of HVAC systems.

• Diploma or certification in a related technology program

HIRING HOURLY RANGE: $27.6-38.4 (Hourly rate to be determined by the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant, internal equity, and alignment with market data.) This position includes a competitive benefits package. 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. For details, please visit the About Us tab on the Johnson Controls Careers site at https://jobs.johnsoncontrols.com/about-us

Johnson Controls’ Canadian subsidiaries are committed to providing reasonable accommodation to applicants, candidates and employees with disabilities, in accordance with applicable human rights legislation, and in Ontario, in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (“AODA”). When requested, accommodation will be provided throughout all stages of the recruitment and selection process. To request accommodation, please contact us. Any information you provide related to accommodation measures will be treated as confidential. A copy of Johnson Controls’ applicable AODA policies are available on our website at www.johnsoncontrols.com for your reference, and can be made available in accessible formats upon request.