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Topeka and surrounding area
Build your best future with the Johnson Controls team
As a global leader in smart, healthy and sustainable buildings, our mission is to reimagine the performance of buildings to serve people, places and the planet. Join a winning team that enables you to build your best future! Our teams are uniquely positioned to support a multitude of industries across the globe. You will have the opportunity to develop yourself through meaningful work projects and learning opportunities. We strive to provide our employees with an experience, focused on supporting their physical, financial, and emotional wellbeing. Become a member of the Johnson Controls family and thrive in an empowering company culture where your voice and ideas will be heard – your next great opportunity is just a few clicks away!
What we offer
- Competitive salary
- Paid vacation/holidays/sick time Comprehensive benefits package including 401K, medical, dental, and vision care - Available day one
- Extensive product and on the job/cross training opportunities with outstanding internal resources
- Encouraging and collaborative team environment
- Dedication to safety through our Zero Harm policy
- Company vehicle (as applicable), Tools, and Equipment to complete all jobs
- Providing Scheduling and management support
- JCI Employee discount programs (The Loop by Perk Spot)
What you will do
- Receive service calls from Service Resource Center, including a brief description of equipment/system malfunctions.
- Responsible for contacting customer representative and ascertain equipment/systems problems.
- Diagnose problems and perform service and repairs on electronic fire alarm systems and other related building system products at customer sites.
- Follow prescribed troubleshooting procedures and refer to technical manuals, part manuals, change notices and bulletins, modification notices, etc. to repair equipment.
- Service, troubleshoot and install many different manufacturers’ Fire & Life Safety systems including SimplexGrinnell.
- Read and interpret blueprints, diagrams, submittals, specifications software/systems, programs, schematics and operational product manuals.
- Exhibit excellent customer service skills by consistently communicating with the district staff and customers to ensure customer satisfaction.
- Complete Service Acknowledgements with proper coding through communication devices, such as smart phones and laptop computers.
- Obtain customer signature upon completed service call assignment.
- Participate in a scheduled On-call rotation. Help to train or mentor others on the service team.
- Provide our customers with the highest level of service to solve building inefficiencies and resolve service related items. As a trusted advisor to our customers you will provide solutions and outcomes at the time of service.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
How you will do it
- This skilled position involves troubleshooting and repairing installed systems. Including panel repair/reprogram, device replacement/repair, resolving low voltage circuit troubles and system testing.
- Organize and effectively utilize technical resources, information, material, and support to assure efficient execution of all assigned tasks.
- Candidate must possess excellent written/verbal communication and outstanding customer service skills.
- Position involves the programming of fire alarm, security, and access control system panels.
- Experience CCTV and IT and IP networks a plus.
- Complete and submit all required task-related, activity, productivity, and other documentation in a timely manner.
- On call and after hours work required on occasion at customer need.
- Provide recommendations and solutions to ensure facility is running efficiently to include upselling opportunities.
- Provide quotes to support recommendations and solutions.
What we look for
Required
- 6+ years documented experience in low voltage electrical systems, including Fire/Life Safety systems, Access Control, Nurse Call, and Paging systems.
- Experience in reading and interpreting blueprints, submittals, and operational/product manuals. Knowledge of test equipment, multi-meter, digital analyzer, and commissioning devices.
- High School Diploma or equivalent
- Ability to follow verbal and written instructions.
- Capable of performing physical labor to include carrying and moving equipment and tools up to 50-70 lbs.
- Able to work in unusual and sometimes difficult positions such as climbing ladders, scaffolding and high lift equipment up to 40 feet, working within ducts, crawl spaces, above ceilings, etc.
- Ability to work flexible hours including weekends to meet customer requirements.
- Demonstrate a high level of customer service.
- Maintain truck inventory to ensure timely response to customer needs.
- Ability to adhere to, implement, and always follow safety guidelines and procedures.
- Possess a valid driver’s license and driving record that meets company requirements.
- Retain any licenses that are required by National, State and Local codes.
- Provide recommendations and solutions to ensure facility is running efficiently to include upselling opportunities.
- Provide quotes to support recommendations and solutions.
- NICET I certification
Preferred
- NICET Level II certification strongly preferred.
- Simplex System Experience
HIRING HOURLY RANGE: $29-35.00 (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.
Fire Service Technician V
Topeka and surrounding area
Build your best future with the Johnson Controls team
As a global leader in smart, healthy and sustainable buildings, our mission is to reimagine the performance of buildings to serve people, places and the planet. Join a winning team that enables you to build your best future! Our teams are uniquely positioned to support a multitude of industries across the globe. You will have the opportunity to develop yourself through meaningful work projects and learning opportunities. We strive to provide our employees with an experience, focused on supporting their physical, financial, and emotional wellbeing. Become a member of the Johnson Controls family and thrive in an empowering company culture where your voice and ideas will be heard – your next great opportunity is just a few clicks away!
What we offer
- Competitive salary
- Paid vacation/holidays/sick time Comprehensive benefits package including 401K, medical, dental, and vision care - Available day one
- Extensive product and on the job/cross training opportunities with outstanding internal resources
- Encouraging and collaborative team environment
- Dedication to safety through our Zero Harm policy
- Company vehicle (as applicable), Tools, and Equipment to complete all jobs
- Providing Scheduling and management support
- JCI Employee discount programs (The Loop by Perk Spot)
What you will do
- Receive service calls from Service Resource Center, including a brief description of equipment/system malfunctions.
- Responsible for contacting customer representative and ascertain equipment/systems problems.
- Diagnose problems and perform service and repairs on electronic fire alarm systems and other related building system products at customer sites.
- Follow prescribed troubleshooting procedures and refer to technical manuals, part manuals, change notices and bulletins, modification notices, etc. to repair equipment.
- Service, troubleshoot and install many different manufacturers’ Fire & Life Safety systems including SimplexGrinnell.
- Read and interpret blueprints, diagrams, submittals, specifications software/systems, programs, schematics and operational product manuals.
- Exhibit excellent customer service skills by consistently communicating with the district staff and customers to ensure customer satisfaction.
- Complete Service Acknowledgements with proper coding through communication devices, such as smart phones and laptop computers.
- Obtain customer signature upon completed service call assignment.
- Participate in a scheduled On-call rotation. Help to train or mentor others on the service team.
- Provide our customers with the highest level of service to solve building inefficiencies and resolve service related items. As a trusted advisor to our customers you will provide solutions and outcomes at the time of service.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
How you will do it
- This skilled position involves troubleshooting and repairing installed systems. Including panel repair/reprogram, device replacement/repair, resolving low voltage circuit troubles and system testing.
- Organize and effectively utilize technical resources, information, material, and support to assure efficient execution of all assigned tasks.
- Candidate must possess excellent written/verbal communication and outstanding customer service skills.
- Position involves the programming of fire alarm, security, and access control system panels.
- Experience CCTV and IT and IP networks a plus.
- Complete and submit all required task-related, activity, productivity, and other documentation in a timely manner.
- On call and after hours work required on occasion at customer need.
- Provide recommendations and solutions to ensure facility is running efficiently to include upselling opportunities.
- Provide quotes to support recommendations and solutions.
What we look for
Required
- 6+ years documented experience in low voltage electrical systems, including Fire/Life Safety systems, Access Control, Nurse Call, and Paging systems.
- Experience in reading and interpreting blueprints, submittals, and operational/product manuals. Knowledge of test equipment, multi-meter, digital analyzer, and commissioning devices.
- High School Diploma or equivalent
- Ability to follow verbal and written instructions.
- Capable of performing physical labor to include carrying and moving equipment and tools up to 50-70 lbs.
- Able to work in unusual and sometimes difficult positions such as climbing ladders, scaffolding and high lift equipment up to 40 feet, working within ducts, crawl spaces, above ceilings, etc.
- Ability to work flexible hours including weekends to meet customer requirements.
- Demonstrate a high level of customer service.
- Maintain truck inventory to ensure timely response to customer needs.
- Ability to adhere to, implement, and always follow safety guidelines and procedures.
- Possess a valid driver’s license and driving record that meets company requirements.
- Retain any licenses that are required by National, State and Local codes.
- Provide recommendations and solutions to ensure facility is running efficiently to include upselling opportunities.
- Provide quotes to support recommendations and solutions.
- NICET I certification
Preferred
- NICET Level II certification strongly preferred.
- Simplex System Experience
HIRING HOURLY RANGE: $29-35.00 (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.
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Certify your technical credentials before applying
Johnson Controls repair roles typically require EPA 608 certification for HVAC work and may require NICET credentials for fire systems. Having these in hand before you apply signals job-readiness and removes a common employer hesitation around sponsoring internationally qualified candidates.
Target branch locations with active service contracts
Johnson Controls staffs Repair Technicians regionally based on contracted building portfolios. Branches in dense commercial markets tend to have sustained hiring needs, which makes them more likely to pursue sponsorship rather than leave a skilled technician candidate on the table.
Align your resume to Johnson Controls service lines
Frame your experience around the building systems Johnson Controls actually services: HVAC controls, Metasys BAS, Simplex or Tyco fire panels. Recruiters screen for system-specific knowledge, so generic technician language won't connect your background to their open roles.
Ask the recruiter about sponsorship policy early
During your first recruiter conversation, confirm that the specific branch and role support sponsorship before investing time in interviews. Johnson Controls sponsorship decisions can vary by business unit, so getting this confirmed upfront avoids a late-stage mismatch after an offer is extended.
Use Migrate Mate to find open roles filtered by sponsorship
Searching Johnson Controls' full job board won't tell you which Repair Technician postings are open to sponsored candidates. Use Migrate Mate to filter directly for visa-sponsoring positions at Johnson Controls, so you're only pursuing roles where sponsorship is already on the table.
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Find Repair Technician at Johnson Controls JobsFrequently Asked Questions
Does Johnson Controls sponsor H-1B visas for Repair Technicians?
Yes, Johnson Controls sponsors H-1B visas for Repair Technician roles. Because these positions typically require specialized knowledge of building systems and controls technology, they can qualify as specialty occupations under USCIS criteria. Sponsorship is more common in regions where Johnson Controls holds large service contracts and has sustained demand for qualified technicians.
Which visa types are commonly used for Repair Technician roles at Johnson Controls?
Johnson Controls uses several pathways depending on your background. H-1B is the most common for degree-holding technicians. TN status is available to Canadian and Mexican nationals with qualifying technical credentials. F-1 OPT and CPT are options for students completing engineering or technology programs. For longer-term roles, Johnson Controls also sponsors EB-2 and EB-3 Green Card petitions through the PERM labor certification process.
What qualifications does Johnson Controls expect for Repair Technician positions?
Most Repair Technician roles at Johnson Controls require hands-on experience with commercial HVAC systems, building automation controls, or fire and security equipment. EPA 608 certification is standard for refrigerant handling. Familiarity with Johnson Controls' own platforms, such as Metasys for building automation or Simplex for fire systems, strengthens your application significantly over general technician experience.
How do I apply for Repair Technician jobs at Johnson Controls?
You can find Repair Technician openings directly on Johnson Controls' careers site, filtered by location and job category. To identify which postings are open to sponsored candidates without applying blindly, use Migrate Mate to browse Johnson Controls roles already flagged for visa sponsorship. Applying through targeted listings where sponsorship is confirmed saves time and avoids late-stage offer complications.
How do I understand the timeline for visa sponsorship at Johnson Controls?
Timeline depends on visa type. F-1 OPT authorization takes roughly 90 days to process through USCIS after your school files, so factor that in before your program ends. H-1B petitions are tied to an annual cap with a lottery in March and an October 1 start date. TN status for Canadians and Mexicans can be obtained at the border on the same day as your offer letter, making it the fastest path if you qualify.
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