Controls Systems Technician 1

Johnson Controls; Youngstown (OH); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Johnson Controls is seeking a field technician to perform system commissioning and diagnose HVAC controls issues on customer sites in Ohio. You will load controller software, diagnose systems, calibrate equipment, and complete required documentation while maintaining safety standards.

The role requires a 2-year degree in electronics or related field (or equivalent experience) and familiarity with HVAC controls, PC programming, and service best practices.

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/mechanical HVAC systems.
• Knowledge of HVAC controls systems, facilities management systems, site preparation, peripheral equipment installation and servicing techniques.
• Strong interpersonal skills to represent Johnson Controls professionally.
• Ability to explain technical information to both technical and non-technical people; leadership to support mechanics on non-complex projects.
• PC experience and ability to program HVAC related software.

Responsibilities

• Load system-level controller software.
• Perform basic commissioning and system diagnostics from controllers to end devices and complete required commissioning documentation.
• Keep others informed of progress and issues.
• Calibrate systems using basic electronic test equipment.
• Complete administrative tasks including time sheets and expense reports.
• Document changes for as-built documentation.
• Communicate with contractor or customer on arrival and before leaving the site.
• Follow safety standards and training.
• Provide recommendations and quotes to improve facility efficiency.

Skills

HVAC controls

PC programming

Education

Two-year degree in electronics/ mechanical systems/ computer technology/ air conditioning

Job description

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: $20-$28 (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