Compressor Technician

Johnson Controls; United States; On-site; USD 62,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits package

Job summary

Johnson Controls is seeking a Compressor Technician to support compressor development, prototype assembly, and manufacturing operations. This hands-on role combines technical expertise with project coordination, troubleshooting, and manufacturing support to drive successful product development.

Responsibilities include directing prototype compressor assembly, training operators, ensuring safety, coordinating with test labs, and liaising with suppliers to meet design specifications and timelines.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years in rotating equipment manufacturing and assembly.
• Strong hands-on assembly and troubleshooting experience.
• Must read and understand mechanical drawings and be proficient with MS Office.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently, prioritize projects, and provide technical direction.

Responsibilities

• Directs the assembly of prototype compressors and coordinates with test laboratory personnel.
• Assists with development of new component manufacturing and compressor assembly methods.
• Learns to assemble new compressors and trains build room operators.
• Maintains a safe working environment and trains staff on safety protocols.
• Troubleshoots field failures by coordinating compressor teardown and component analysis.
• Coordinates packaging and shipping of components domestically and internationally.

Skills

Rotating equipment

Hands-on assembly

Troubleshooting

Read drawings

Communication

MS Office

Independence

Planning

Tools

CAD tools

HVAC knowledge

Job description

Job Description Johnson Controls is seeking a Compressor Technician to support compressor development, prototype assembly, and manufacturing operations. This hands‑on role combines technical expertise, project coordination, troubleshooting, and manufacturing support to drive successful product development.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Directs the assembly of prototype compressors and custom equipment in support of departmental requirements and coordinates activities with test laboratory personnel.
• Assists with the development of new component manufacturing and compressor assembly methods as required by design change and/or new product development.
• Learns how to assemble new compressors and train the build room operators in proper assembly methods for new, revised and existing compressor designs.
• Maintains a safe working environment in the compressor build room and trains personnel and engineers to follow all safety protocols.
• Troubleshoots field failures by coordinating compressor teardown and component analysis.
• Assists in the preparation of failure analysis reports.
• Maintains and coordinates the availability of compressor components, assemblies, and development hardware in support of engineering programs, product improvements, and warranty investigations.
• Coordinates incoming and outgoing component packaging and shipping activities for a wide range of compressor materials both domestically and internationally.
• Serves as compressor engineering liaison to component suppliers.
• Contributes product and process improvement ideas to support compressor design, manufacturing efficiency, reliability improvements, and cost reduction initiatives.
• Coordinates with test lab personnel in building, modifying and instrumenting test compressors and delivering these compressors to the test facilities.
• Ensures compressor components meet engineering requirements by coordinating sourcing activities, dimensional and geometric verification, and inspection of incoming parts to confirm compliance with design specifications.
• Some worldwide travel in support of global compressor manufacturing and assembly operations is required.
• Performs other duties as assigned and demonstrates flexibility in supporting evolving business and engineering needs, including supporting engineering activities during customer visits.

Skills and Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in the technical field of rotating equipment manufacturing and assembly required. 10 years’ experience is preferred.
• Strong mechanical aptitude with extensive hands‑on assembly and troubleshooting experience.
• Must be familiar with manufacturing, assembly and functional testing and inspection methods & practices associated with high‑speed, precision, rotating equipment such as centrifugal compressors.
• Must be able to read and understand mechanical drawings.
• Must possess good verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint, as well as handle pdf documents.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently, prioritize multiple projects, and provide technical direction to technicians and operators.
• Must have good planning and organizational skills.
• Must maintain a professional appearance and positive work attitude, in accordance with work area and Company policies.

Preferred requirements

• Familiarity with CAD tools, ability to query 3D models to extract dimensional and assembly information.
• Knowledge of HVAC equipment, operation and construction.
• Experience handling high pressure vessels and hazardous materials.
• An understanding of the operation of a compressor gas block.
• An understanding of the flow of work within the machine shop.

HIRING HOURLY RANGE

$30.00 - $40.00 (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.

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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