Controls Systems Technician

Johnson Controls; San Leandro (CA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Starting Pay

Paid Training

Global Advancement Opportunities

Company Vehicle

Referral Bonuses

Comprehensive Benefits

Medical/Dental/Vision insurance

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Life Insurance

401(k) plan with company match

Disability insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Wellness Program

Job summary

Johnson Controls is hiring a Controls Systems Technician 1 in San Leandro, CA. In this role you will perform system commissioning, troubleshoot HVAC controls, and provide high-level service to customers on site.

You will load controller software, perform diagnostics, document changes, and communicate with clients to ensure efficient building operation. A 2-year electronics-related degree or equivalent experience is preferred, with strong interpersonal and technical skills.

Qualifications

• 2-year degree in electronics, mechanical systems, computer technology, air conditioning or similar field, or at least 2 years of industry experience servicing electronic and/or mechanical HVAC systems.
• Knowledge of HVAC controls systems, facilities management systems, site preparation, peripheral equipment installation and servicing techniques.
• Effective interpersonal skills to represent Johnson Controls to customers in an ethical, professional manner.
• Ability to explain technical information to both technical and non-technical people; leadership to support Mechanics on non-complex Building Automation tasks.

Responsibilities

• Loads system-level controller software and performs basic commissioning.
• Diagnoses and resolves HVAC control issues; responds to warranty calls.
• Keeps clients informed of progress and issues; documents commissioning steps.
• Calibrates systems with basic electronic test equipment and completes on-site documentation.
• Sources quotes to support recommendations and solutions and ensures facility runs efficiently.

Skills

HVAC controls

Interpersonal skills

Technical communication

PC programming

Education

Two-year degree in electronics

Job description

Controls Systems Technician 1

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.

Visit johnsoncontrols.com for more information and follow @Johnsoncontrols on social platforms.

Be part of the future!

We are one team, dedicated to working collaboratively to create the purposeful solutions that propel the world forward. We hope you will join our diverse team of top people - you bring your talent, and we'll give you the space and opportunities to grow and succeed. We are committed to make a difference.

What we offer:

• Competitive Starting Pay
• Paid Training
• Global Advancement Opportunities
• Company Vehicle (as applicable)
• Referral Bonuses
• Comprehensive Benefits
• Medical/Dental/Vision insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Life Insurance
• 401(k) savings plan with company match
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellness Program
• And more!

What you will do:

Performs assigned system commissioning using Johnson Controls configuration and commissioning tools. Troubleshoots and resolves basic HVAC mechanical, electrical, and controls problems. Responds to basic warranty calls. Provide our customers with the highest level of service to solve building inefficiencies and resolve service-related items. As a trusted advisor to our customers, you will provide solutions and outcomes at the time of service.

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.
• Provide recommendations and solutions to ensure facility is running efficiently to include upselling opportunities.
• Provide quotes to support recommendations and solutions.

What we look for

• 2-year degree in electronics, mechanical systems, computer technology, air conditioning or similar field or at least 2 years of industry experience or experience in servicing electronic and/or mechanical systems in the HVAC industry.
• Generally required knowledge includes HVAC controls systems, facilities management systems, site preparation, peripheral equipment installation and servicing techniques.
• Effective interpersonal skills to properly represent Johnson Controls to customers and other outside contacts in an ethical and professional manner.
• Ability to explain technical information to technical and non-technical people. Leadership skills to support the activities of Mechanics working on non-complex, non-critical Building Automation equipment on a job site.
• PC experience required and the ability to program HVAC related software.

HIRING HOURLY RANGE: $28.85 - $39.66 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/abou

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