Controls Systems Technician

Johnson Controls•Houston, TX

5d•$23 - $32

About The Position

Johnson Controls is seeking a Controls Systems Technician to commission and troubleshoot building automation and HVAC control systems, respond to basic warranty calls, and provide customer service that addresses building inefficiencies and other service-related needs. The technician uses Johnson Controls configuration and commissioning tools, provides solutions and outcomes during service visits, and may recommend facility-efficiency improvements and provide supporting quotes. The role also includes loading controller software, diagnosing systems from system-level controllers to end devices, calibrating equipment, completing commissioning and administrative documentation, and keeping customers, contractors, and management informed about work progress. The position requires following safety standards and completing required safety training.

Requirements

Complete a four-year vocational school program or hold an associate degree in electronics, mechanical systems, computer technology, air conditioning, or a similar field, plus three years of industry experience; alternatively, have one year of experience servicing electronic and/or mechanical systems in the HVAC industry.
Generally required knowledge of HVAC control systems, facilities management systems, site preparation, and peripheral equipment installation and servicing techniques.
Effective interpersonal skills to represent Johnson Controls professionally and ethically to customers and other outside contacts.
Ability to explain technical information to technical and non-technical audiences.
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.

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.
Load system-level controller software.
Perform basic commissioning and system 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 time sheets, expense reports, and on-site documentation.
Document changes and provide information for as-built documentation.
Communicate with the JCI contractor or customer upon arrival 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 help facilities operate efficiently, including upselling opportunities.
Provide quotes to support recommendations and solutions.
Support the activities of Mechanics working on non-complex, non-critical Building Automation equipment at a job site.