Controls Service Apprentice Technician

Johnson Controls, Inc.; Durban; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

Johnson Controls, Inc. in Durban is seeking a Field Service Technician to support building automation and HVAC control systems. You will assist with maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs at customer facilities, and help with electrical panel builds, wiring, and Metasys PLC controls.

You will work alongside senior technicians on service visits, document activities, and follow safety guidelines while travelling across the Durban region to ensure uptime and comfort for clients.

Qualifications

• Matric certificate is required.
• Interest in HVAC controls, building automation, and field service work.
• Ability to learn quickly, follow technical instructions, and work safely.
• Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel in the Durban region.
• Strong communication skills and a team-oriented mindset.
• Exposure to HVAC, controls, or electrical systems is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Support maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs for building automation and HVAC control systems.
• Assist with electrical panel building, wiring switchgear and Metasys PLC controls.
• Contribute to panel testing, commissioning, fault finding, and on-site repairs.
• Document service activities according to company standards and safety guidelines.
• Follow safety procedures and compliance guidelines.
• Engage with customers professionally and clearly.

Skills

Communication skills

Team-oriented mindset

Quick learner

Safety awareness

Willingness to travel

HVAC controls interest

Education

Matric certificate

Job description

What You Will Do

You will support our Controls Service Team with maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs for building automation and HVAC control systems. You will assist with electrical panel building, installing and wiring switchgear and Metasys PLC controls in HVAC distribution boards, and contribute to panel testing, commissioning, fault finding, and on‑site repairs across customer facilities.

How You Will Do It

• Work alongside senior technicians during service visits and inspections
• Support troubleshooting of BMS, HVAC controls, sensors, and field devices
• Assist with installation, wiring, configuration, and testing of control components
• Contribute to electrical panel assembly, testing, and commissioning
• Perform electrical fault finding and repairs at customer sites
• Document service activities according to company standards
• Follow safety procedures and compliance guidelines
• Engage with customers professionally and clearly

What We Look For

• Matric certificate
• Interest in HVAC controls, building automation, and field service work
• Ability to learn quickly, follow technical instructions, and work safely
• Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel in the Durban region
• Strong communication skills and a team‑oriented mindset
• Exposure to HVAC, controls, or electrical systems is an advantage