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Controls lead systems specialist

@ Johnson Controls

Red Deer, Alberta

$37–$50/hr2+ years experience
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Overview

Johnson Controls is hiring a controls lead systems specialist to act as on-site project leader for building control systems projects. The work covers hardware design, system programming, installation coordination, commissioning and closeout, along with project finances and customer communication. The posting states an hourly range of $37 to $50 and a competitive benefits package.

Pay:

$37–$50 an hour

Responsibilities:

  • Lead on-site control systems projects for assigned customers
  • Direct subcontractors, electrical installers, technicians and designers
  • Manage project costs, billings and collections
  • Coordinate customer communication through all project phases
  • Ensure warranty execution and pursue change orders

Requirements summary:

  • Technical associate degree with two years of field experience, or four years of related experience
  • Experience managing projects
  • Ability to explain technical material to non-technical audiences
  • Ability to work independently
  • Strong computer skills

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Benefits mentioned

Health insuranceDentalVisionRetirement plan
Source and dates

Job-board feed · jobillico

Employer posting date
2026-10-21
First seen by our source
2026-10-22
Source record updated
2026-11-07

These dates describe the source record, not a live verification that the employer is still hiring. Check the original posting.

Job details

SeniorityMid level
DepartmentEngineering
Experience2+ years
Travelground: moderate
Work settingClient sites, Plant or factory, Construction site
PositionSitting and standing
Physical demandsphysical moderate · computer moderate
LanguagesEnglish
EducationCollege diploma (required)
Fields of studyEngineering technology, Building automation
Perks mentionedGenerous paid time off, Retirement plan, Employee discount, Paid training

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Job description

Job Description

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.


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Here's what we have to offer

  • Competitive pay.
  • Paid vacation, holidays, and sick time.
  • Comprehensive benefits package, including pension, medical, dental, and vision care - available from day one.
  • Extensive product and on-the-job/cross-training opportunities, supported by our outstanding internal resources.
  • Encouraging and collaborative team environment.
  • Dedication to safety through our Zero Harm policy.
  • JCI Employee discount programs (The Loop by Perk Spot).
  • Company vehicle, tools, and equipment provided to complete all jobs.
  • Scheduling and management support.

What you will do

Under general direction, general direction, acts as the on-site project leader to plan, execute, and complete control systems projects with assigned customers. Performs or delegates tasks as required to execute and fully complete assigned projects including: hardware design, system programming, installation coordination, system and network commissioning and project closeout. Responsible for the overall financial results of assigned projects including: costs, project billings, and collections. Maintains an effective balance between customer satisfaction and project financial results. Actively pursues selling change orders. Coordinates communication with the customer during all phases of the project. Ensures proper execution of warranty.


How you will do it

  • Provides work direction to subcontractors, electrical installers, technicians, designers, and administration as necessary.
  • Ensures work performed is in compliance with state, local and Federal legal requirements and operates on the job with the highest of ethics.
  • Adheres and ensures Johnson Controls staff and subcontractors adhere to all safety

What we look for
Required

  • Technical Associates Degree with two years of field experience or four years of equivalent related field experience in the building automation industry, programming panel controls preferably HVAC equipment.
  • Experience managing projects.
  • Must have the ability to communicate technical material to a non-technical audience.
  • Must demonstrate the ability to perform work independently.
  • Strong computer skills.

Preferred

  • Experience in the HVAC industry, programming controls.
  • Six plus years of Project Management experience.
  • Knowledge of project accounting, costing principles.
  • Relevant technical hands-on experience in systems design and commissioning of digital HVAC controls systems.

HIRING HOURLY RANGE: $37- $50 (Hourly rate to be determined by the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant, internal equity, and alignment with market data.) This position includes a competitive benefits package. The posted salary range reflects the target compensation for this role. However, we recognize that exceptional candidates may 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. To support an efficient and fair hiring process, we may use technology assisted tools, including artificial intelligence (AI), to help identify and evaluate candidates. All hiring decisions are ultimately made by human reviewers. For details, please visit the About Us tab on the Johnson Controls Careers site at https://jobs.johnsoncontrols.com/about-us


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