HVAC Controls Systems Team Leader
About The Position
Advance your career with the Johnson Controls Team! Johnson Controls is a global leader in smart, healthy, and sustainable buildings. In this role, you will lead the day-to-day activities of a field Mechanical Install team, helping deliver safe, profitable, and customer-focused results while supporting a culture that values wellbeing, collaboration, and development. We recognize that a fulfilling career is supported by your overall wellbeing. That's why we offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support you in multiple aspects of life. Johnson Controls is a global leader in smart, healthy, and sustainable buildings. We help reimagine the performance of buildings to serve people, places, and the planet. In this role, you will provide technical leadership and people leadership for a team of Controls Systems Technicians while supporting the successful delivery of building automation and controls projects.
Requirements
- University degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology, HVAC, Electrical, Mechanical, Building Automation, or a related field; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Minimum of 6 years of relevant experience in HVAC controls, building automation systems, controls installation, commissioning, service, or project delivery.
- Demonstrated experience leading field activities and coordinating technical work in a customer-facing environment.
- Working knowledge of building automation systems, HVAC controls, system commissioning, and controls troubleshooting.
- Strong interpersonal, communication, and team leadership skills.
- Ability to communicate technical information clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences.
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and controls-related software tools.
- Valid driver's license and ability to travel to customer sites as required.
Nice To Haves
- Previous experience leading, coaching, mentoring, or supervising technical field personnel.
- Knowledge of control theory, HVAC equipment, networking, and building systems integration.
- Experience supporting Operations & Maintenance (O&M) contracts and service delivery activities.
- Familiarity with industry communication protocols such as SQL and Microsoft Visio.
- Experience with Johnson Controls Metasys building automation systems.
- Experience with system startups, commissioning, diagnostics, and customer training.
- Knowledge of project scheduling, workforce planning, and resource management principles.
- Strong customer relationship management and problem-solving skills.
Responsibilities
- Lead a team of 3 to 6 Controls Systems Technicians in direct field work across installation, commissioning, startup, troubleshooting, validation, and service activities.
- Assign, prioritize, and monitor work to support project schedules, service commitments, and operational objectives.
- Provide coaching, feedback, and development support to help technicians grow their technical and customer service skills.
- Support the diagnosis and resolution of complex issues involving controls hardware, software, networks, and system integration.
- Coordinate field execution with project managers, customers, subcontractors, and other trades to support successful delivery.
- Review project requirements and provide technical direction so systems are installed and operating in accordance with design intent.
- Participate in project planning, scheduling, resource allocation, and field execution activities.
- Support Operations & Maintenance (O&M) activities and ongoing customer site requirements as needed.
- Maintain clear communication with customers regarding project status, system performance, and issue resolution.
- Complete project documentation, commissioning reports, service records, and other required deliverables accurately and on time.
- Promote a strong safety culture and support compliance with Johnson Controls and customer safety requirements.
Benefits
- Competitive salary
- Generous paid vacation, holidays, and sick time - 15 days of vacation in your first year to promote work-life balance
- Comprehensive benefits package, including 401K, medical, dental, and vision care, available from day one
- An encouraging and collaborative team environment that values diverse perspectives and fosters innovation
- On-the-job and cross-training opportunities
- A strong commitment to safety through our Zero Harm policy, ensuring a safe and secure workplace for all employees
- JCI Employee discount programs (The Loop by Perk Spot)
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
