Controls Systems Technician (union)

Alloy Enterprises; Calumet City (IL); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Retirement benefit

Medical insurance benefit

Job summary

Johnson Controls is seeking an on-site HVAC commissioning technician in Illinois to perform system commissioning, troubleshoot basic mechanical, electrical, and controls issues, and provide high levels of customer service. You will investigate building inefficiencies, document results, and support quotes for improvements.

The role emphasizes strong safety practices, clear communication with customers, and collaboration with JCI contractors to deliver reliable BAS solutions.

Qualifications

• HVAC controls systems knowledge expected in daily tasks.
• Excellent ability to explain technical information clearly.
• Install and route low-voltage wiring per drawings and standards.

Responsibilities

• Load system-level controller software and perform commissioning.
• Conduct basic diagnostics from controllers to end devices and document results.
• Keep supervisor informed of progress and issues on site.
• Calibrate systems using basic electronic test equipment.
• Complete timesheets, expense reports and on-site documentation.
• Document changes for as-built records and communicate with customers.
• Adhere to safety standards and participate in required trainings.
• Offer recommendations to improve facility efficiency and prepare quotes.

Skills

HVAC controls

Low-voltage wiring

I/O termination

System diagnostics

Documentation

Education

Vocational or Associate degree in electronics, mechanical systems, or HVAC-related field

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 change and provide 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

Required

• Vocational School four-year program or an Associate degree in electronics, mechanical systems, computer technology, air conditioning or similar field plus three years of industry experience or 1 year experience in servicing electronic and/or mechanical systems in the HVAC industry.
• Install and route low-voltage wiring, including bending and securing conduit, mounting control panels, and installing field devices in accordance with project drawings and standards.
• Perform controller and device "trim-out," including terminating and labeling I/O points, verifying wiring, and assisting with startup/checkout of BAS controls systems
• 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.

What Benefits are Provided

• Paid Time Off
• Retirement benefit
• Medical insurance benefit

Pay Range: $25.21 - 39.92 hourly rate determined by the CBA/rate sheet. Benefits are provided through a local labor union aligned with a collective bargaining agreement. 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.

Johnson Controls International plc. is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, protected veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a qualified individual with a disability or any other characteristic protected by law. To view more information about your equal opportunity and non-discrimination rights as a candidate, visit EEO is the Law. If you are an individual with a disability and you require an accommodation during the application process, please visit here.