Field Service Engineer

Johnson Controls; Virginia Beach (VA); On-site; USD 61,992 - 75,768; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle

Gas card

Job summary

Johnson Controls is hiring a Field Service Engineer for the Pentagon to support HVAC controls and BAS. The role focuses on preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, installation, commissioning, and documentation for commercial/industrial environments.

The position emphasizes learning and growth within the Federal Systems team, with a typical day shift and a company vehicle plus gas card. Strong foundational knowledge in BAS and DDC is required.

Qualifications

• Experience with commercial/industrial building tech and HVAC controls systems.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office.
• U.S. citizen with ability to obtain government security clearances.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, repair, installation, commissioning and checkout of HVAC controls and BAS.
• Diagnose and repair electronic and digital control malfunctions.
• Train customers and provide documentation on operation of control systems.
• Ensure compliance with safety standards and customer requirements.
• Read blueprints, diagrams, and specifications.

Skills

HVAC Controls

BAS

Direct Digital Controls

Education

Associate’s or Bachelor's in Engineering

Tools

Metasys

Distech

BACnet

Modbus

Job description

Job Description

We are seeking a commercial or industrial Field Service Engineer who has a desire to learn and grow in the field of HVAC Controls and Building Automation Systems (BAS) to join our Federal Systems team based at one of the most iconic buildings in the world – the Pentagon (military experience is not required). We’ve supported the Pentagon for nearly 20 years with their energy efficiency and sustainability needs, primarily related to the HVAC Controls and Building Automation Systems (BAS).

Pay range: $45.00 - $55.00 per hour to start with designated milestone pay increases for completed training. Negotiable based on experience.

Company Vehicle: Yes, plus gas card.

Shift: Day shift, primarily 6:30am-3:00pm, Monday-Friday.

Benefits: Eligible for benefits on first day of employment.

Vacation: 3 weeks of paid vacation, 5 sick days, 3 floating holidays, and 10 standard holidays per calendar year.

Travel: Limited. Primary work will be all at the Pentagon. May travel some initially for training.

As a Field Service Engineer, you will

• Perform preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, repair, installation, commissioning, point‑to‑point checkouts, and/or replacement of HVAC controls systems (BAS systems) and related light commercial mechanical equipment (VAVs, VRFs, AHUs, etc); most work will involve Johnson Controls Metasys and Distech controls.
• Conduct self‑study and instructor‑led training to improve technical proficiency in company’s product lines and systems, completing certifications as required.
• Diagnose and repair a variety of electronic and digital control system malfunctions.
• Test and perform modifications to systems software when needed.
• Assist with sketching and documenting field changes and discrepancies for engineering corrections and drawings.
• Provide training and associated manuals and documentation to customers on electronic control systems operations.
• Help mechanical staff troubleshoot issues and may help with minor mechanical maintenance.
• Ensure work performed complies with company, federal regulations, industry standards and guidelines, and customer requirements.
• Compile project documentation, such as certificate of completion, customer training forms, training certificates and punch lists.
• Read and properly interpret blueprints, diagrams, submittals, specifications, software/systems programs, schematics and operational product manuals.
• Adhere to Johnson Controls and customer safety standards, provide safety awareness leadership and instruction to technicians and subcontractors on Johnson Controls work sites.

Required Qualifications

• Experience working with commercial or industrial building technologies; HVAC mechanical equipment, HVAC Controls (Direct Digital Controls), Fire Alarm Systems, Electronic Security Systems, Utilities Systems, Metering, etc.
• Strong personal computer skills with proficiency with Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc).
• U.S. citizen with the ability to obtain and maintain required government security clearances and/or badges as required to perform site duties. (This involves a background/character, criminal history, employment, and credit check).

Preferred Experience

• Troubleshooting experience with commercial or industrial HVAC mechanical equipment (chillers, boilers, air handlers, VAVs, VRFs, etc).
• Experience working with Direct Digital Control (DDC) systems.
• Programming and/or troubleshooting various brands of HVAC controls or PLC controls.
• Experience with BAS communication and integration protocols; BACnet MSTP, BACnet IP, N2, P1, Modbus, LON, etc.
• Experience using SMP, SCT, and/or CCT.

Preferred Education

• Associate’s Degree or Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Electronics, or a related field.
• Technical schooling in HVAC.

Johnson Controls is an equal employment opportunity 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. For more information, please view EEO is the Law. If you are an individual with a disability and you require an accommodation during the application process, please visit www.johnsoncontrols.com/careers.

Division: JCFS (Johnson Controls Federal Systems)