Senior HVAC Controls Technician

Job summary

The technician will lead the commissioning, startup, and optimization of Building Automation Systems (BAS) while serving as a technical expert for complex HVAC controls. They are responsible for performing advanced diagnostics, interpreting technical plans, and coordinating with project teams to ensure system performance and reliability.

Job details

Johnson Controls, a global leader in thermal management, mission-critical building systems, energy efficiency, and decarbonization, helps customers use energy more productively, reduce carbon emissions, and operate with the precision and resilience required in rapidly expanding industries such as data centers, healthcare, pharmaceuticals, advanced manufacturing, and higher education. For more than 140 years, Johnson Controls has delivered performance where it really matters. Backed by advanced technology, lifecycle services and an industry-leading field organization, we elevate customer performance, turn goals into real-world results and help move society forward. Your next incredible opportunity is just a few clicks away! Here's what we have to offer Competitive pay. Paid vacation, holidays, and sick time. Comprehensive benefits package, including pension, medical, dental, and vision care - available from day one. Extensive product and on-the-job/cross-training opportunities, supported by our outstanding internal resources. Encouraging and collaborative team environment. Dedication to safety through our Zero Harm policy. JCI Employee discount programs (The Loop by Perk Spot). Company vehicle, tools, and equipment provided to complete all jobs. Scheduling and management support. What You Will Do Lead the commissioning, startup, troubleshooting, and optimization of Building Automation Systems (BAS). Serve as a technical expert for complex HVAC controls, delivering high-quality service and providing customers with solutions that improve building performance, reliability, and efficiency. How You Will Do It Commission, program, and optimize BAS and HVAC control systems. Perform advanced diagnostics and troubleshooting of controls, electrical, and mechanical issues. Lead system testing, calibration, and validation activities. Interpret plans, specifications, and sequences of operation. Coordinate with customers, contractors, and project teams to resolve technical issues. Provide technical guidance to junior technicians as required. Identify system improvement opportunities and recommend upgrades or energy-saving solutions. Prepare service documentation, as-built drawings, and customer reports. Ensure compliance with all safety standards and company procedures. What We Look For Required Technical diploma, associate degree, or equivalent experience in HVAC, Building Automation, Electronics, Mechanical Systems, or a related field. 2+ years of experience in HVAC controls, Building Automation Systems, commissioning, or service. Strong knowledge of BAS/DDC systems, HVAC equipment, and system integration. Proven ability to independently troubleshoot and resolve complex system issues. Experience programming and commissioning HVAC control systems. Strong customer-facing, communication, and problem-solving skills. Ability to mentor and support less experienced technicians. Proficiency with computers, networking fundamentals, and HVAC software applications. Valid Class 5 driver's license and willingness to travel as required for business needs. HIRING HOURLY RANGE: $36.00-$45.00 (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 Johnson Controls’ Canadian subsidiaries are committed to providing reasonable accommodation to applicants, candidates and employees with disabilities, in accordance with applicable human rights legislation, and in Ontario, in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (“AODA”). When requested, accommodation will be provided throughout all stages of the recruitment and selection process. To request accommodation, please contact us. Any information you provide related to accommodation measures will be treated as confidential. A copy of Johnson Controls’ applicable AODA policies are available on our website at www.johnsoncontrols.com for your reference, and can be made available in accessible formats upon request.

What you’ll do

The technician will lead the commissioning, startup, and optimization of Building Automation Systems (BAS) while serving as a technical expert for complex HVAC controls. They are responsible for performing advanced diagnostics, interpreting technical plans, and coordinating with project teams to ensure system performance and reliability.

Requirements

Candidates must possess a technical diploma, associate degree, or equivalent experience in HVAC or a related field, along with at least 2 years of experience in BAS or HVAC controls. Proficiency in system programming, troubleshooting, and a valid driver's license are required for this role.

Benefits

• Competitive pay • Paid vacation • Paid holidays • Paid sick time • Pension • Medical insurance • Dental insurance • Vision care • Cross-training opportunities • Employee discount programs • Company vehicle • Tools and equipment provided

Listed skills

• Technical Documentation · Preferred
• Customer service · Preferred
• Validation · Preferred
• Safety Compliance · Preferred
• Troubleshooting · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• HVAC controls
• Building Automation Systems
• Commissioning
• Troubleshooting
• System integration
• DDC systems
• Electrical diagnostics
• Mechanical systems
• Programming
• Calibration
• Validation
• Networking fundamentals
• Technical documentation
• Customer service
• Mentoring
• Safety compliance
• Technical Issues
• As-Built Drawings
• Decarbonation
• Resilience
• HVAC Controls
• Valid Driver's License
• Advanced Manufacturing
• HVAC
• Building Performance
• Building Management System
• Management
• Communication
• Data Centers
• Direct Digital Controls (DDC)
• Electronics
• Equities
• Optometry
• Leadership
• Higher Education
• Problem Solving
• Market Data
• Mechanical Systems
• Pharmaceuticals
• Safety Standards
• System Testing
• Systems Integration
• Technology Life Cycle
• Thermal Management
• Troubleshooting (Problem Solving)
• Scheduling

Job areas

• Trades
• Engineering
• Energy
• Manufacturing
• Technology
• HVAC Controls Technician
• HVAC Mechanic / Installer
• Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Mechanics
• Heating, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration Mechanics and Installers