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Controls systems technician
@ Johnson Controls
Ottawa, Ontario
Overview
Johnson Controls is hiring a controls systems technician to commission building systems and troubleshoot HVAC mechanical, electrical and controls problems. The role requires a 2-year degree or 3-5 years of HVAC or electronic/mechanical servicing experience and a valid Full G licence. Pay is $28.92-$39.40 per hour, with a benefits package including pension and paid vacation.
Pay:
$28.92–$39.40 an hour
Responsibilities:
- Commission building systems using JCI configuration tools
- Troubleshoot HVAC mechanical, electrical and controls problems
- Load controller software and diagnose end devices
- Calibrate systems and complete commissioning documentation
- Keep management and customers informed of progress
Requirements summary:
- 2-year degree or 3-5 years of HVAC or electronics experience
- Knowledge of HVAC controls and facilities management systems
- PC skills and ability to program HVAC software
- Valid Full G licence with clean driving record
- Ability to obtain government security clearance
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Source and dates
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- Employer posting date
- 2026-11-13
- First seen by our source
- 2026-11-14
- Source record updated
- 2026-11-14
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Job details
| Seniority | Entry level |
| Department | Maintenance & repair |
| Experience | 3+ years |
| Travel | air: none · ground: moderate |
| Work setting | Client sites, Plant or factory |
| Position | Sitting and standing |
| Physical demands | physical moderate · computer moderate |
| Languages | English |
| Licences & certifications | Full G driver's licence, Government security clearance |
| Driver’s licence | required |
| Education | College diploma (preferred) |
| Fields of study | Electronics, Mechanical systems, Computer technology, Air conditioning |
| Security clearance | Other clearance |
| Perks mentioned | Generous paid time off, Retirement plan, Employee discount, Paid training |
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Johnson Controls
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 133 |
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
Performs assigned system commissioning using Johnson controls configuration and commissioning tools. Troubleshoots and resolves basic HVAC mechanical, electrical, and controls problems.
How you will do it:
- Loads system-level controller software
- Performs more complex commissioning and system diagnostics from system-level controllers to end devices (i.e., sensors, actuators, etc.) and completes all required commissioning documentation
- Keeps management and JCI contractor or customer informed of job progress and issues
- Calibrates systems requiring basic electronic test equipment
- Completes administrative tasks including but not limited to time sheets, expense reports, and on-site documentation
- Documents changes and provides information for as-built documentation
- Communicates with the JCI contractor or customer upon arrival and before leaving the work site
- Follows all safety standards and attends required safety training. High degree of regard to employee and subcontractor safety
What we look for:
Required
- 2-year degree in electronics, mechanical systems, computer technology, air conditioning or similar field or at least 3-5 years of industry experience or experience in servicing electronic and/or mechanical systems in the HVAC industry
- Generally required knowledge includes HVAC controls systems, facilities management systems, site preparation, peripheral equipment installation and servicing techniques
- Effective interpersonal skills to properly represent Johnson Controls to customers and other outside contacts in an ethical and professional manner
- Ability to explain technical information to technical and non-technical people. Leadership skills to support the activities of Mechanics working on non-complex, non-critical Building Automation equipment on a job site
- PC experience required and the ability to program HVAC related software
- Valid Full G driver's licence with a clean driving record.
- Ability to obtain and maintain Government Security Clearance.
HIRING HOURLY RANGE: $28.92-$39.40 (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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