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Service Technician jobs at Johnson Controls put you on the front lines of building automation, HVAC, and fire and security systems across commercial and industrial sites. Johnson Controls has a consistent track record of sponsoring international talent for hands-on technical roles, making it a realistic target if you hold the right credentials.
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INTRODUCTION
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.
What we offer
- Competitive salary
- Paid vacation/holidays/sick time - 10 days of vacation first year
- Comprehensive benefits package including 401K, medical, dental, and vision care – Available day one
- Encouraging and collaborative team environment
- Dedication to safety through our Zero Harm policy
What you will do
Under minimal supervision, conducts preventive maintenance, repair, installation, and commissioning and general servicing of systems (including detailed troubleshooting of systems). Responsible for high levels of customer satisfaction through direct, on site, customer interface. With a high level of complete technical competence, mentors control technicians, service technicians and mechanical technicians on building automation activities. Properly completes required project and service documentation. 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.
How you will do it
- Diagnoses and repairs complex control systems malfunctions requiring extensive knowledge of a variety of electronic or digital controls systems and ability to test and write modifications in multiple languages of systems software.
- Consults with the customer through data gathered and site assessments. Provides field proposals for retrofits, upgrades and or enhancements to existing equipment. Assists sales by providing technical recommendations for sales leads.
- Manages assigned work to meet professional and efficient execution of time and customer satisfaction. Reports problems or changes to management immediately. Interfaces with branch manager, service manager, service project manager or subcontractors on projects to coordinate activities as required ethically and professionally.
- Provides sketches of field changes and discrepancies for engineering corrections and drawings. May assist with job layouts and bid proposals.
- Install and modify software and graphics.
- Communicates with customers upon arrival and before leaving the work site. Ensures high levels of customer satisfaction. Meets regularly with customers to become familiar with operating problems. Keeps customer informed on the service provided, outstanding issues and recommends system enhancements, upgrades, and replacement. Promotes the sale of add-on work.
- Adheres to all Johnson Controls and customer safety standards. Provides safety leadership and instruction to all control's technicians in the branch. Provides safety awareness while working onsite with Johnson Controls subcontractors.
- Trains the customer in control systems operations. Delivers manuals and documentation to the customer for training needs as required.
- Provides mentorship for certification of Controls Technicians and Service Technicians on complex building automation systems. Coaches, supports and trains the technical workforce on non-complex, non-critical equipment.
- Compiles job documentation, such as certificate of completion, customer training form, training certificates and punch lists.
- Conducts extensive self-study (reading, research and practice) to improve and maintain technical proficiency in company's product lines. Completes certifications as required by the company.
- Other duties related to the installing, commissioning and servicing of building controls and facilities management systems and energy management systems, as assigned.
- Assists in the design and configuration of building control systems as defined by the contract documents. Creates flow diagrams, sequence of operations, and bill of material, network layouts and electrical schematics as required.
- Assists in developing and testing software programs necessary to operate the system per the project requirements' intent.
- Compiles and/or completes project as built and close-out documentation.
- Assists in the coordination and creation of necessary drawings and equipment schedules for submittals and installation.
- Selects, orders, and tracks the delivery of materials for assigned.
- Assists in the loading and commissioning of all system and network-level controllers as required. Assists in validation of complete system functionality and troubleshoots problems with subcontractors and other trades to ensure proper operation.
- May provide field change information to the project team for the creation of as-built drawings and software.
- Keeps management and JCI contractor or customer informed of job progress and issues.
- Assists in performing site-specific training for owner/operator on the total building control system.
- Participates in release meeting with project field team.
- 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
- Be a dedicated member of a North America Branch team willing to learn and be responsible for system trouble shooting, repair and aftermarket services for this fast-growing business.
- Minimum of Six (6) years Commercial Controls troubleshooting experience in the HVAC industry. This includes buildings, chiller plants and systems.
- Vocational School program graduate or associate's degree in a technical field, or two years’ experience in servicing electronic and or mechanical systems.
- Demonstrated ability to install and/or service electronic control systems and HVAC equipment.
- Effective communication skills to represent Johnson Controls on customer sites.
- Possesses the ability to explain technical information to technical and non-technical people.
- Demonstrate effective writing skills as well as understanding of programs and software applications.
- Knowledge of control theory, automatic temperature controls, building automation systems and other building subsystems.
HIRING HOURLY RANGE: $29.13 - 40.09 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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Get your technical certifications documentation ready
Johnson Controls hiring managers for Service Technician roles look for verifiable credentials like EPA 608 and NATE certifications. Have your original certificates, transcripts, and any foreign credential evaluations prepared before you apply, not after you receive an offer.
Target branch locations in high-demand markets
Johnson Controls operates service branches across major metro and industrial corridors. Roles in areas with heavy commercial construction or data center growth tend to move faster through the hiring pipeline, which directly affects how quickly a sponsorship conversation can begin.
Clarify your visa category before the offer stage
Service Technician roles can support H-1B, TN, or F-1 OPT depending on your background and nationality. Confirm which category applies to your situation before the offer letter is drafted so Johnson Controls HR can align the filing type with the correct USCIS or DOL process.
Understand how TN classification applies here
Canadian and Mexican nationals in engineering technologist roles may qualify for TN status for a Service Technician position if the job duties align with the DOL's defined TN occupation categories. Verify the role description maps to a qualifying occupation before assuming H-1B is the only path.
Use Migrate Mate to identify open Service Technician roles
Filtering by sponsorship history saves time you'd otherwise spend cold-applying. Search Service Technician openings at Johnson Controls on Migrate Mate to surface roles where the company has an active sponsorship track record for this specific function.
Anticipate the PERM timeline for Green Card filing
If you're targeting long-term status through EB-2 or EB-3, PERM labor certification through the DOL can take a year or more before a petition is even filed. Raise permanent residency goals during offer negotiation so both parties can plan the multi-year timeline realistically.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Johnson Controls sponsor H-1B visas for Service Technicians?
Yes, Johnson Controls sponsors H-1B visas for Service Technician roles. The position typically needs to qualify as a specialty occupation under USCIS standards, meaning the role must require a bachelor's degree or equivalent in a specific technical field. Roles involving building automation, controls engineering, or HVAC systems design are more likely to meet that threshold than general maintenance positions.
How do I apply for Service Technician jobs at Johnson Controls?
Applications go through the Johnson Controls careers portal. To improve your chances, tailor your resume to reflect hands-on experience with systems the company services, including HVAC, fire suppression, or building automation controls. If you need visa sponsorship, flag that early in the process. You can find open Service Technician roles at Johnson Controls by browsing Migrate Mate, which filters listings by sponsorship track record.
Which visa types does Johnson Controls commonly use for Service Technician roles?
Johnson Controls has used H-1B, TN visa, F-1 OPT, F-1 CPT, J-1 visa, and employment-based Green Card pathways including EB-2 and EB-3 for technical roles. For Service Technicians, TN visa is often the fastest route for Canadian and Mexican nationals if the job duties map to a qualifying DOL occupation. F-1 OPT and CPT are common for recent graduates working in field-based technical functions.
What qualifications does Johnson Controls expect for sponsored Service Technician roles?
Most sponsored Service Technician positions require hands-on experience with HVAC, fire and life safety, or building management systems. A technical degree or associate's degree in a relevant field strengthens your application, as does holding certifications like EPA 608 or NATE. For H-1B eligibility specifically, the role needs to justify a degree requirement in a specialized field, so roles with a controls or systems engineering component are better fits.
How long does the sponsorship process take for a Service Technician role at Johnson Controls?
For H-1B, standard USCIS processing takes three to five months after the April lottery selection, with premium processing available to reduce that to about 15 business days. TN status for Canadian nationals can be obtained at the port of entry the same day. F-1 OPT is employer-authorized within your existing status. Green Card timelines through PERM and EB-3 typically span two to four years or longer depending on your country of birth.