Controls Systems Technician

Johnson Controls; Toronto; On-site; CAD 33,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay & commissions

Paid time off

Benefits package

Training opportunities

Collaborative team

Zero Harm safety

Employee discounts

Vehicle and tools provided

Job summary

Johnson Controls is seeking a field service technician in the Greater Toronto Area. You will perform system commissioning using Johnson Controls tools, troubleshoot basic HVAC mechanical, electrical, and control problems, and respond to basic warranty calls.

You will load controller software, perform diagnostics from controllers to sensors and actuators, and document changes for as‑built records. Safety training and on-site communication are essential parts of the role.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated technical aptitude.
• Able to use hand tools (screwdrivers, wrenches, wire strippers).
• Strong computer skills required.
• Attention to detail.
• Effective communication and listening skills.
• Willing to travel throughout the Greater Toronto Area, with occasional out-of-town travel as required.
• Valid Full G Driver’s License with good driving record.
• Two years experience in installing electronic and/or mechanical systems (preferred).
• Demonstrated knowledge of HVAC systems (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Loads system-level controller software and performs basic commissioning and diagnostics.
• Keeps management, contractor, or customer informed of progress and issues.
• Completes administrative tasks such as time sheets, expense reports, and on-site documentation.

Skills

Technical aptitude

Hand tools

Computer skills

Attention to detail

Communication

Driving license

Travel willingness

Tools

Electrical testing tools

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 and commission plan.
• Paid vacation, holidays, and sick time.
• Comprehensive benefits package, including retirement savings plan, 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.

What You Will Do

• Performs assigned system commissioning using Johnson Controls configuration and commissioning tools.
• Troubleshoots 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 JCI contractor or customer 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
• Communicates with the JCI contractor or customer upon arrival and before leaving the work site
• Follows all safety standards and attends required safety training. High degree of regard to employee and subcontractor safety

Required

What we look for

• Demonstrated technical aptitude
• Able to use hand tools (i.e., screwdrivers, wrenches, wire strippers)
• Strong computer skills required
• Attention to detail
• Effective communication and listening skills
• Willing to travel throughout the Greater Toronto Area, with occasional out‑of‑town travel as required.
• Valid Full G Driver’s License with good driving record

Preferred

• Two years experience in installing electronic and/or mechanical systems.
• Demonstrated knowledge of HVAC systems.

HIRING HOURLY RANGE: $24.10-33.32 (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.

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

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