Controls Systems Technician (union)

Johnson Controls; Calumet City (IL); On-site; USD 34,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Retirement benefit

Medical insurance benefit

Job summary

Johnson Controls is seeking a field technician to perform system commissioning using our configuration and commissioning tools. You will troubleshoot basic HVAC mechanical, electrical, and controls problems and respond to warranty calls, delivering high levels of service to improve building efficiency.

You will load controller software, perform diagnostics from system controllers to end devices, document your work, and communicate with customers on-site while adhering to safety training and

Qualifications

• Vocational school or associate degree in electronics or HVAC field plus 3 years of industry experience.
• Knowledge of HVAC controls systems and facilities management systems.
• Ability to explain technical information to technical and non-technical people; leadership skills.
• PC experience and the ability to program HVAC-related software.

Responsibilities

• Load system-level controller software and calibrate systems.
• Perform basic commissioning and diagnostics from system controllers to end devices and complete required documentation.
• Keep management and customers informed of progress and issues on site.
• Provide quotes to support recommendations and upsell solutions.
• Follow safety standards and participate in required safety training.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Leadership

PC experience

HVAC controls knowledge

Education

Associate degree or equivalent in electronics/HVAC

Tools

Electronic test equipment

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.
• Calibrate systems require 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

• 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.
• 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. 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.