Senior HVAC Controls Technician

YDU JC Air Cond & Ref Inc.- Dubai; Calgary; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Paid vacation and holidays

Comprehensive benefits (pension, med,

Training opportunities

Safety-focused culture

Employee discount programs

Company vehicle and equipment

Scheduling and management support

Job summary

Johnson Controls Canada is seeking a skilled HVAC Technician to lead commissioning, startup, troubleshooting and optimization of BAS, delivering reliable building performance. You will diagnose complex issues and implement energy-efficient controls while ensuring safety and quality.

You will program BAS/HVAC systems, coordinate with customers and project teams, and mentor junior technicians, contributing to safe, efficient, and compliant system operations across diverse facilities.

Qualifications

• Technical diploma or associate degree in HVAC, Building Automation, Electronics, Mechanical Systems, or related field.
• 2+ years of experience in HVAC controls, BAS, commissioning, or service.
• Strong knowledge of BAS/DDC systems, HVAC equipment, and system integration.
• Proven ability to troubleshoot and resolve complex system issues.

Responsibilities

• Lead commissioning, startup, troubleshooting, and optimization of BAS and HVAC control systems.
• Program and optimize BAS and HVAC control systems; perform diagnostics and troubleshooting.
• Coordinate with customers, contractors and project teams to resolve technical issues and document results.
• Mentor and support junior technicians and provide guidance on system improvements.

Skills

Customer-facing

Communication

Problem-solving

Networking basics

HVAC software

Computers

Education

Technical diploma / associate degree in HVAC or related field

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.

Compensation and Benefits

• 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

Lead the commissioning, startup, troubleshooting, and optimization of Building Automation Systems (BAS). Serve as a technical expert for complex HVAC controls, delivering high-quality service and providing customers with solutions that improve building performance, reliability, and efficiency.

How You Will Do It

Commission, program, and optimize BAS and HVAC control systems. Perform advanced diagnostics and troubleshooting of controls, electrical, and mechanical issues. Lead system testing, calibration, and validation activities. Interpret plans, specifications, and sequences of operation. Coordinate with customers, contractors, and project teams to resolve technical issues. Provide technical guidance to junior technicians as required. Identify system improvement opportunities and recommend upgrades or energy-saving solutions. Prepare service documentation, as-built drawings, and customer reports. Ensure compliance with all safety standards and company procedures.

What We Look For

• Required Technical diploma, associate degree, or equivalent experience in HVAC, Building Automation, Electronics, Mechanical Systems, or a related field.


• 2+ years of experience in HVAC controls, Building Automation Systems, commissioning, or service.


• Strong knowledge of BAS/DDC systems, HVAC equipment, and system integration.


• Proven ability to independently troubleshoot and resolve complex system issues.


• Experience programming and commissioning HVAC control systems.


• Strong customer-facing, communication, and problem-solving skills.


• Ability to mentor and support less experienced technicians.


• Proficiency with computers, networking fundamentals, and HVAC software applications.


• Valid Class 5 driver's license and willingness to travel as required for business needs.

HIRING HOURLY RANGE: $36.00-$45.00 (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

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.

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Your buildings have a purpose. They are places for people to live or work. Facilities for learning or healing. Venues for entertainment and shopping. Sites for the specialized storage of tangible goods or mission‑critical data. Your buildings have a huge variety of functions; they are central to your mission. This is where Johnson Controls comes in, helping drive the outcomes that matter most. Through a full range of systems and digital solutions, we make your buildings smarter. A smarter building is safer, more comfortable, more efficient, and, ultimately, more sustainable. Most important, smarter buildings let you focus more intensely on your unique mission. Better for your people. Better for your bottom line. Better for the planet. At Johnson Controls, we’ve been making buildings smarter since 1885, and our capabilities, depth of innovation experience, and global reach have been growing ever since. Today, we offer the world’s largest portfolio of building products, technologies, software, and services; we put that portfolio to work to transform the environments where people live, work, learn and play.