HVAC Controls Technician - Install

About the role

We are seeking an HVAC DDC Controls Technician to join our federal team for a long-term energy efficiency project at the Pentagon in Arlington, VA. This role supports critical federal facilities, modernizing U.S. military installations and other federal agency buildings to be smarter, more resilient, efficient, sustainable, and secure. All work is based at the Pentagon location.

Responsibilities

• Install, start-up, commission, perform point-to-point checkouts, troubleshoot, and replace HVAC controls systems and equipment, primarily involving Johnson Controls Metasys and Distech building automation systems.
• Assist with field changes and discrepancies for engineering corrections and drawings.
• Provide training, manuals, and documentation to customers on electronic control systems operations.
• Conduct self-study to improve and maintain technical proficiency in company product lines; complete required certifications.
• Use electronic test equipment to troubleshoot problems during installation.
• Read and interpret blueprints, diagrams, submittals, specifications, software/systems programs, schematics, and operational product manuals.
• Adhere to Johnson Controls and customer safety standards; provide safety awareness leadership and instruction to technicians and subcontractors.

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience installing, troubleshooting, commissioning, and performing point-to-point checks with Direct Digital Control (DDC) systems.
• Knowledge of electronic or digital controls systems, HVAC controls systems, facilities management systems, site preparation, peripheral equipment installation, and servicing techniques.
• Ability to obtain and maintain required security clearances (background, criminal history, employment, and credit checks).

Preferred Qualifications

• Programming and/or troubleshooting experience with HVAC controls products (e.g., Johnson Controls Metasys, Honeywell, Siemens, Delta, Distech, Carrier, ALC, Andover).
• Experience with BAS communication protocols including BACnet MSTP, BACnet IP, N2, P1, Modbus, and/or LON.
• Experience working with Johnson Controls Metasys or Tridium® Niagara Direct Digital Control (DDC) systems.
• Experience using SMP, SCT, and/or CCT.
• Bachelor's Degree, Associate's Degree, or Technical School (or equivalent experience) in electronics, mechanical systems, computer technology, engineering, HVAC, or a related field.

Benefits

• Eligible for benefits on the first day of employment.
• Paid Time Off: 3 weeks of paid vacation, 5 sick days, 10 standard holidays, and 3 floating holidays (6.5 weeks total).

About Johnson Controls

Johnson Controls (NYSE:JCI) is a Fortune 500 company with over 100,000 employees worldwide, offering the largest portfolio of building technology products, solutions, and services. Our Federal Systems team supports critical federal facilities, valuing and recognizing employee contributions while fostering a culture of inclusion and respect.