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Controls Tech Jobs in Minnesota (NOW HIRING)

About Us Johnson Controls, a global leader in thermal management, mission-critical building systems ... Backed by advanced technology, lifecycle services and an industry-leading field organization, we ...

Controls Service Technician

Rochester, MN · On-site

$24.23 - $33.29/hr

Program, troubleshoot, install, and commission BAS/HVAC controls (chillers, boilers, air handlers ... To support an efficient and fair hiring process, we may use technology assisted tools, including ...

Controls Engineer

Plymouth, MN

$88K - $114K/yr

Ensure technologies are integrated and technically compliant per applicable standards * Communicate results to Controls Manager, Controls Engineering and others * Work collaboratively with a team of ...

Controls Engineer

Saint Cloud, MN · On-site

$115K - $125K/yr

The Controls Engineer partners with Maintenance, Engineering, Operations, IT, EHS, and equipment suppliers to improve equipment reliability, production efficiency, product quality, and workplace ...

Controls Engineer

Saint Cloud, MN · On-site

$115K - $125K/yr

The Controls Engineer partners with Maintenance, Engineering, Operations, IT, EHS, and equipment suppliers to improve equipment reliability, production efficiency, product quality, and workplace ...

Electrical Controls Engineer

Edina, MN · On-site

$78K - $101K/yr

Every Phase. * Engineer It Innovative engineering solutions * Build It Reliable construction execution * Automate It Advanced controls and system integration * Optimize It Data-driven performance ...

Controls Engineer

Saint Cloud, MN · On-site

$115K - $125K/yr

The Controls Engineer partners with Maintenance, Engineering, Operations, IT, EHS, and equipment suppliers to improve equipment reliability, production efficiency, product quality, and workplace ...

Controls Engineer

Saint Cloud, MN · On-site

$115K - $125K/yr

The Controls Engineer partners with Maintenance, Engineering, Operations, IT, EHS, and equipment suppliers to improve equipment reliability, production efficiency, product quality, and workplace ...

Controls Engineer

Saint Cloud, MN · On-site

$115K - $125K/yr

The Controls Engineer partners with Maintenance, Engineering, Operations, IT, EHS, and equipment suppliers to improve equipment reliability, production efficiency, product quality, and workplace ...

Lead Controls Engineer

Minnetonka, MN · On-site

$85K - $110K/yr

Within this framework, Veolia's Water Technology Business brings together a dedicated team of ... Veolia is currently searching for an experienced controls engineer to support the production of ...

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How much do controls tech jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 11, 2026, the average hourly pay for controls tech in Minnesota is $33.27, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $28.27 and $37.21 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

Is controls engineering a good career?

Controls engineering is a stable and growing field that involves designing and maintaining automated systems using tools like PLCs and SCADA. It offers opportunities in manufacturing, energy, and automation industries, often requiring technical skills and certifications. The role typically involves problem-solving, troubleshooting, and working with complex systems.

What does a controls technician do?

A controls technician installs, maintains, and repairs automated control systems used in manufacturing, building management, or industrial processes. They work with programmable logic controllers (PLCs), sensors, and electrical components, often troubleshooting issues and ensuring systems operate efficiently. The role typically requires knowledge of electrical systems, control theory, and relevant certifications or training.
Infographic showing various Controls Tech job openings in Minnesota as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 88% Full Time, 5% Part Time, 6% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 92% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 5% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $69,208 per year, or $33.3 per hour.

Controls Systems Team Leader

Plymouth, MN

Johnson Controls
Machinery Manufacturing • 10K+ employees

$91K - $136K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

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Job description

About Us

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.

What we offer

  • Competitive salary

  • Paid vacation/holidays/sicktime- 15 days of vacation first year

  • Comprehensive benefits package including 401K, medical, dental, and vision care - Available day one

  • Encouraging and collaborative team environment

  • Dedication to safety through our Zero Harm policy

  • Company vehicle

  • Check us out! : https://youtu.be/pdZMNrDJviY

What you will do

Under general supervision oversees required day-to-day activities of field technician team and plans monthly technician routes. Analyzes team performance and recommends changes to ensure profitability, safety, and client satisfaction. Maintains customer satisfaction while balancing financial goals. Ensures safety compliance.

How you will do it

  • Supervises and provides leadership for assigned Teams. Ensure developmental plans are in place.

  • Leads the execution efforts of assigned business. Ensures consistency of delivery systems. Monitors and tracks the business plans.

  • Coordinates the team's work with sales to ensure all sales opportunities are supported including linkage to installation opportunities.

  • Raises potential market opportunities to the attention of the appropriate branch or region resource for strategic direction.

  • Ensures that serviced account portfolios achieve growth, proper profit levels and customer satisfaction.

  • Recommends and supports staffing requirements for the assigned business.

  • Serves as a communication channel to share the standard process strategies and results enables SSNA vision.

  • Implements plans to comply, and monitors standards for HVAC operations. Audits the effectiveness of operations and makes changes to improve performance.

  • Ensures that contractual obligations are completed, and customer satisfaction is achieved.

  • Drives service and installation operational review meetings, reviewing bids and estimates for accuracy.

  • Effectively uses branch manpworkforce management and deployment of overall resources.

  • Analyzes operations processes and provides recommendations for improvements.

  • Performs other managerial responsibilities, i.e., performance reviews and acquisitions consistent with established business strategy.

  • Recruits, hires and retains operational staff. Prepares and delivers clear performance expectations, performance reviews, and development plans for direct reports teaming with the appropriate matrix functional manager. Ensures a consistent level of coaching, which includes monthly one on one(s), operational and financial reviews.

  • Works with team leaders to ensure proper workforce and skill levels for the successful and profitable execution of the business.

  • Performs other duties related to customer satisfaction, deployment of pivotal initiatives to teams, development and maintenance of team business plans and account management of service customers.

What we look for
Required

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Business or equivalent working experience.

  • A minimum of five (5) years of progressive operational experience in HVAC services.

  • Three (3) years of experience in management role with responsibility for the productivity and development of others.

Preferred

  • Master's Degree

  • Eight (8) years' experience in an operational HVAC role with leadership responsibilities

  • Six Sigma Green Belt

HIRING SALARY RANGE: $91,200-136,950 (Salary to be determined by the education, experience,knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant, internal equity, and alignment with marketdata.) This position includes a competitive benefits package. The posted salary range reflectsthe target compensation for this role. However, we recognize that exceptional candidatesmay 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. Tosupport an efficient and fair hiring process, we may use technology assisted tools, includingartificial intelligence (AI), to help identify and evaluate candidates. All hiring decisions areultimately made by human reviewers. For details, please visit the About Us tab on theJohnson Controls Careers site at https://jobs.johnsoncontrols.com/about-us

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.

Industry

Machinery manufacturing, water transportation, public safety statistics centers and offices and manufacturing

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Milwaukee, WI, US