Controls Systems Technician
$24 - $39/hr
Johnson Controls is a global leader in thermal management, mission-critical building systems, energy efficiency, and decarbonization. Through advanced technology, lifecycle services, and an industry ...
$24 - $39/hr
Johnson Controls is a global leader in thermal management, mission-critical building systems, energy efficiency, and decarbonization. Through advanced technology, lifecycle services, and an industry ...
$24 - $39/hr
Johnson Controls is a global leader in thermal management, mission-critical building systems, energy efficiency, and decarbonization. Through advanced technology, lifecycle services, and an industry ...
Lynnfield, MA · On-site
$24 - $39/hr
Johnson Controls is a global leader in thermal management, mission-critical building systems, energy efficiency, and decarbonization. Through advanced technology, lifecycle services, and an industry ...
Lynnfield, MA · On-site
$24 - $39/hr
Johnson Controls is a global leader in thermal management, mission-critical building systems, energy efficiency, and decarbonization. Through advanced technology, lifecycle services, and an industry ...
Lynnfield, MA · On-site
$21 - $31/hr
Johnson Controls, a global leader in thermal management, mission-critical building systems, energy efficiency, and decarbonization, helps customers use energy more productively, reduce carbon ...
Lynnfield, MA · On-site
$21 - $31/hr
Johnson Controls, a global leader in thermal management, mission-critical building systems, energy efficiency, and decarbonization, helps customers use energy more productively, reduce carbon ...
Lynnfield, MA · On-site
$21 - $31/hr
Johnson Controls, a global leader in thermal management, mission-critical building systems, energy efficiency, and decarbonization, helps customers use energy more productively, reduce carbon ...
Lynnfield, MA · On-site
$21 - $31/hr
Johnson Controls, a global leader in thermal management, mission-critical building systems, energy efficiency, and decarbonization, helps customers use energy more productively, reduce carbon ...
Lynnfield, MA · On-site
$38 - $47/hr
Medical
Dental
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Retirement
PTO
Johnson Controls, a global leader in thermal management, mission-critical building systems, energy efficiency, and decarbonization, helps customers use energy more productively, reduce carbon ...
Lynnfield, MA · On-site
$38 - $47/hr
Medical
Dental
Vision
Retirement
PTO
Johnson Controls, a global leader in thermal management, mission-critical building systems, energy efficiency, and decarbonization, helps customers use energy more productively, reduce carbon ...
Lynnfield, MA · On-site
$38 - $47/hr
Medical
Dental
Vision
Retirement
PTO
Johnson Controls, a global leader in thermal management, mission-critical building systems, energy efficiency, and decarbonization, helps customers use energy more productively, reduce carbon ...
Lynnfield, MA · On-site
$38 - $47/hr
Medical
Dental
Vision
Retirement
PTO
Johnson Controls, a global leader in thermal management, mission-critical building systems, energy efficiency, and decarbonization, helps customers use energy more productively, reduce carbon ...
Lynnfield, MA · On-site
$38 - $47/hr
Medical
Dental
Vision
Retirement
PTO
Johnson Controls, a global leader in thermal management, mission-critical building systems, energy efficiency, and decarbonization, helps customers use energy more productively, reduce carbon ...
Lynnfield, MA · On-site
$38 - $47/hr
Medical
Dental
Vision
Retirement
PTO
Johnson Controls, a global leader in thermal management, mission-critical building systems, energy efficiency, and decarbonization, helps customers use energy more productively, reduce carbon ...
Lynnfield, MA · On-site
$88K - $114K/yr
Medical
Dental
Vision
Retirement
PTO
Win as one team by collaborating closely with project managers, field technicians, subcontractors ... Follow Johnson Controls safety expectations and bring integrity to every interaction and handoff.
Lynnfield, MA · On-site
$88K - $114K/yr
Medical
Dental
Vision
Retirement
PTO
Win as one team by collaborating closely with project managers, field technicians, subcontractors ... Follow Johnson Controls safety expectations and bring integrity to every interaction and handoff.
Lynnfield, MA · On-site
$88K - $114K/yr
Medical
Dental
Vision
Retirement
PTO
Win as one team by collaborating closely with project managers, field technicians, subcontractors ... Follow Johnson Controls safety expectations and bring integrity to every interaction and handoff.
Lynnfield, MA · On-site
$88K - $114K/yr
Medical
Dental
Vision
Retirement
PTO
Win as one team by collaborating closely with project managers, field technicians, subcontractors ... Follow Johnson Controls safety expectations and bring integrity to every interaction and handoff.
Burlington, MA · On-site
$105K - $139K/yr
About Johnson Controls Johnson Controls, a global leader in thermal management, mission-critical building systems, energy efficiency, and decarbonization, helps customers use energy more productively ...
Burlington, MA · On-site
$105K - $139K/yr
About Johnson Controls Johnson Controls, a global leader in thermal management, mission-critical building systems, energy efficiency, and decarbonization, helps customers use energy more productively ...
Burlington, MA · On-site
$105K - $139K/yr
About Johnson Controls Johnson Controls,a global leader in thermal management, mission-critical building systems, energy efficiency, and decarbonization, helps customers use energy more productively ...
Burlington, MA · On-site
$105K - $139K/yr
About Johnson Controls Johnson Controls,a global leader in thermal management, mission-critical building systems, energy efficiency, and decarbonization, helps customers use energy more productively ...
Lynnfield, MA · On-site
$88K - $114K/yr
Medical
Dental
Vision
Retirement
PTO
Win as one team by collaborating closely with project managers, field technicians, subcontractors ... Follow Johnson Controls safety expectations and bring integrity to every interaction and handoff.
Lynnfield, MA · On-site
$88K - $114K/yr
Medical
Dental
Vision
Retirement
PTO
Win as one team by collaborating closely with project managers, field technicians, subcontractors ... Follow Johnson Controls safety expectations and bring integrity to every interaction and handoff.
Burlington, MA · On-site
$105K - $139K/yr
About Johnson Controls Johnson Controls, a global leader in thermal management, mission-critical building systems, energy efficiency, and decarbonization, helps customers use energy more productively ...
Burlington, MA · On-site
$105K - $139K/yr
About Johnson Controls Johnson Controls, a global leader in thermal management, mission-critical building systems, energy efficiency, and decarbonization, helps customers use energy more productively ...
Lynnfield, MA · On-site
$71K - $108K/yr
Medical
Dental
Vision
Retirement
PTO
Providing Scheduling and management support. * JCI Employee discount programs (The Loop by Perk Spot) Check us Out: A Day in a Life at Johnson Controls | Engineering Roles What you do The ideal ...
Lynnfield, MA · On-site
$71K - $108K/yr
Medical
Dental
Vision
Retirement
PTO
Providing Scheduling and management support. * JCI Employee discount programs (The Loop by Perk Spot) Check us Out: A Day in a Life at Johnson Controls | Engineering Roles What you do The ideal ...
Canton, MA · On-site
$73K - $95K/yr
Medical
Dental
Vision
Retirement
PTO
Build your best future with the Johnson Controls team! As a global leader in smart, healthy and ... Keeps management and JCI contractor or customer informed of job progress and issues. Collects and ...
Canton, MA · On-site
$73K - $95K/yr
Medical
Dental
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Retirement
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Build your best future with the Johnson Controls team! As a global leader in smart, healthy and ... Keeps management and JCI contractor or customer informed of job progress and issues. Collects and ...
Canton, MA · On-site
$24 - $30/hr
TCA Controls a MIH company is a leading provider of HVAC solutions in the New England area. We ... Collaborate with engineering and project management teams to design and implement control ...
Canton, MA · On-site
$24 - $30/hr
TCA Controls a MIH company is a leading provider of HVAC solutions in the New England area. We ... Collaborate with engineering and project management teams to design and implement control ...
$24 - $30/hr
TCA Controls a MIH company is a leading provider of HVAC solutions in the New England area. We ... Collaborate with engineering and project management teams to design and implement control ...
$24 - $30/hr
TCA Controls a MIH company is a leading provider of HVAC solutions in the New England area. We ... Collaborate with engineering and project management teams to design and implement control ...
Lynnfield, MA · On-site
$71K - $108K/yr
Medical
Dental
Vision
Retirement
PTO
Providing Scheduling and management support. * JCI Employee discount programs (The Loop by Perk Spot) Check us Out: A Day in a Life at Johnson Controls | Engineering Roles What you do The ideal ...
Lynnfield, MA · On-site
$71K - $108K/yr
Medical
Dental
Vision
Retirement
PTO
Providing Scheduling and management support. * JCI Employee discount programs (The Loop by Perk Spot) Check us Out: A Day in a Life at Johnson Controls | Engineering Roles What you do The ideal ...
Quincy, MA · On-site
$151.20 - $226.80/hr
Lead a team of analysts to support all Audit (Internal and External) and Controls Management activities within ADUSA Technology. * Manage and report progress on various Internal Audits and ...
Quincy, MA · On-site
$151.20 - $226.80/hr
Lead a team of analysts to support all Audit (Internal and External) and Controls Management activities within ADUSA Technology. * Manage and report progress on various Internal Audits and ...
Lynnfield, MA · On-site
$73K - $95K/yr
Medical
Dental
Vision
Retirement
PTO
Build your best future with the Johnson Controls team! As a global leader in smart, healthy and ... Keeps management and JCI contractor or customer informed of job progress and issues. Collects and ...
Lynnfield, MA · On-site
$73K - $95K/yr
Medical
Dental
Vision
Retirement
PTO
Build your best future with the Johnson Controls team! As a global leader in smart, healthy and ... Keeps management and JCI contractor or customer informed of job progress and issues. Collects and ...
$85.2K - $94.4K
7% of jobs
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$107K is the 25th percentile. Wages below this are outliers.
$103.6K - $112.7K
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The median wage is $124.7K / yr.
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| Aspect | Controls Manager | Controls Engineer |
|---|---|---|
| Credentials | Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field; often requires leadership experience | Bachelor's or master's degree in engineering, control systems, or related field |
| Work Environment | Oversees control systems projects, manages teams, coordinates with clients | Designs, develops, and tests control systems, often working hands-on with equipment |
| Industry Usage | Commonly found in manufacturing, automation, and industrial sectors | Typically involved in engineering design and implementation in similar industries |
Controls Managers focus on overseeing control systems projects and leading teams, while Controls Engineers are more involved in designing and developing control systems. Both roles require technical expertise, but the Controls Manager has additional leadership responsibilities. Understanding these differences helps in choosing the right career path or job role in automation and control systems industries.
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Johnson Controls is a global leader in thermal management, mission-critical building systems, energy efficiency, and decarbonization. Through advanced technology, lifecycle services, and an industry-leading field organization, we help customers improve performance, reduce carbon emissions, and operate with the precision and resilience their facilities require.
Role OverviewIn this field-based role, you will support the commissioning, troubleshooting, and servicing of HVAC controls systems. You will help customers resolve building inefficiencies, respond to basic warranty needs, and deliver dependable service that keeps systems operating as designed.
Key ResponsibilitiesPerform assigned system commissioning using Johnson Controls configuration and commissioning tools.
Troubleshoot and resolve basic HVAC mechanical, electrical, and controls problems.
Respond to basic warranty calls and support customers with timely service and follow-up.
Load system-level controller software and perform basic diagnostics from controllers to end devices such as sensors and actuators.
Calibrate systems using basic electronic test equipment and complete required commissioning documentation.
Document changes and provide information for as-built documentation.
Communicate with the JCI contractor or customer upon arrival and before leaving the work site, and keep management informed of job progress and issues.
Complete time sheets, expense reports, on-site documentation, and other administrative tasks accurately.
Provide recommendations, solutions, and quotes that help improve facility efficiency and support follow-up opportunities.
Follow all safety standards and attend required safety training.
Work safely and maintain a high regard for employee, subcontractor, and customer safety in every part of the job.
Use Johnson Controls configuration and commissioning tools to load controller software, verify points, and diagnose issues from system-level controllers to end devices.
Keep the customer and internal stakeholders informed through clear, timely communication about progress, findings, and next steps.
Document changes, calibration results, and as-built updates accurately so service records remain complete and reliable.
Balance technical troubleshooting with practical recommendations by identifying efficiency opportunities and supporting quotes when additional work is needed.
Vocational School four-year program or an Associate degree in electronics, mechanical systems, computer technology, air conditioning, or a similar field plus three years of industry experience, or 1 year of experience servicing electronic and/or mechanical systems in the HVAC industry.
Knowledge of HVAC controls systems, facilities management systems, site preparation, peripheral equipment installation, and servicing techniques.
Basic understanding of electrical circuitry as it relates to HVAC controls and system operation.
Demonstrated technical aptitude and the ability to use hand and power tools.
Effective interpersonal skills to 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 Mechanics working on non-complex, non-critical Building Automation equipment on a job site.
PC experience and the ability to program HVAC-related software.
Experience with low-voltage 0-24 volt and 120 volt wiring.
Ability to test, troubleshoot, and verify systems with a multimeter.
HVAC or building automation experience.
Experience working with Microsoft Excel and Visio.
You will join a company with a long history of delivering performance where it matters, while working on meaningful customer challenges in the field. This role includes a competitive hourly range of $24 to $39 and a competitive benefits package, with pay determined by education, experience, knowledge, skills, abilities, internal equity, and market data.
If you are ready to grow your technical career with a customer-focused team, we invite you to apply.
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.
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Johnson Controls is a world leader in smart buildings, creating safe, healthy and sustainable spaces. For nearly 140 years, we’ve made buildings better and now we’re transforming them again with our award-winning digital technologies and services. We’re using artificial intelligence and data driven solutions to give you deeper insight into your building’s health, sustainability and performance. It’s changing the way we design, operate and maintain indoor environments and driving to a new era of autonomous buildings. We deliver the blueprint of the future for industries such as healthcare, schools, data centers, airports, stadiums, hotels, manufacturing and beyond through OpenBlue, our comprehensive suite of connected solutions. Johnson Controls offers the world’s largest portfolio of building technology, software and services. Supported by a team of more than 100,000 dedicated employees working across 150 countries, we’re helping customers achieve their sustainability goals and power their mission.
Machinery manufacturing, water transportation, public safety statistics centers and offices and manufacturing
10,000+ Employees
Milwaukee, WI, US