Controls Systems Technician

Johnson Controls•New Orleans, LA

12d

About The Position

Johnson Controls is seeking a Controls Systems Technician to commission and troubleshoot building automation and HVAC systems. The technician uses Johnson Controls configuration and commissioning tools, resolves basic mechanical, electrical, and controls problems, responds to basic warranty calls, and provides customers with service solutions to improve building efficiency. The role includes customer communication, system diagnostics, calibration, documentation, safety compliance, and recommendations and quotes for improvements.

Requirements

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; alternatively, at least four years 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.
Effective interpersonal skills to represent Johnson Controls professionally and ethically to customers and outside contacts.
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 at a job site.
PC experience and ability to program HVAC-related software.

Nice To Haves

Experience with Metasys or other Building Automation software.

Responsibilities

Perform 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 resolve service-related items for customers.
Load system-level controller software.
Perform basic commissioning and diagnostics from system-level controllers to end devices, including sensors and actuators, and complete required commissioning documentation.
Keep management and the JCI contractor or customer informed of job progress and issues.
Calibrate systems using basic electronic test equipment.
Complete administrative tasks, including timesheets, expense reports, and on-site documentation.
Document system changes and provide information for as-built documentation.
Communicate with the JCI contractor or customer upon arriving at and before leaving the work site.
Follow safety standards and attend required safety training, with regard for employee and subcontractor safety.
Provide recommendations and solutions to improve facility efficiency, including upselling opportunities, and provide supporting quotes.
Provide customers with service solutions and outcomes, acting as a trusted advisor.