Is Johnson Controls a good company to work for as a Controls Installer?

Controls Installer professionals working at Johnson Controls have rated their employer with 2.5 out of 5 stars in 31 Glassdoor reviews. This is a lower than average score with the overall rating of Johnson Controls employees being 3.7 out of 5 stars. Search open Controls Installer Jobs at Johnson Controls now and start preparing for your job interview by browsing frequently asked Controls Installer interview questions at Johnson Controls .

Does Johnson Controls pay Controls Installer employees well?

Controls Installer professionals rate their compensation and benefits at Johnson Controls with 2.9 out of 5 stars based on 31 anonymously submitted employee reviews. This is 21.5% worse than the company average rating for salary and benefits. Find out more about Controls Installer salaries at Johnson Controls.

How happy are Controls Installer professionals working at Johnson Controls?

45% of Controls Installer employees at Johnson Controls would recommend their employer to a friend. This rating has decreased by 52% in the past 12 months. Controls Installer professionals have also rated Johnson Controls with a 3.6 rating for work-life-balance, 4.4 rating for diversity and inclusion, 3.6 rating for culture and values and 3.1 rating for career opportunities.

What are the top reviewed jobs at Johnson Controls?

Project Manager (207) , Software Engineer (159) , Manager (152) , Account Executive (138) , Engineer (127) , Sales Engineer (116) , Sales Representative (93) , Assistant Manager (92) , Intern (90) , Senior Software Engineer (89) , Sales (86) , Sales Manager (85) , Project Engineer (75) , Director (71) , Design Engineer (65)

What are the pros of working at Johnson Controls according to real employee reviews?

"Good benefits and 401k are nice" ((in 599 reviews)); "Great people to work with that want the best for the company and their customers." ((in 543 reviews)); "Good pay and I like the work i do and the people I work with." ((in 503 reviews)); "Flexibility and good work life balance" ((in 343 reviews)); "Salary is good and growth" ((in 272 reviews))

What are the cons of working at Johnson Controls according to real employee reviews?

"They have good Manager and worker" ((in 161 reviews)); "no training and they expect you to struggle the first 6" ((in 126 reviews)); "Upper management is bad" ((in 119 reviews)); "Long hours and very stressful" ((in 103 reviews)); "There is no job security and they can ask to leave to his/ her employees without any further notice." ((in 77 reviews))

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2.5

45% would recommend to a friend

(31 total reviews)

Joakim Weidemanis

36% approve of CEO

43% positive business outlook

Ratings by category

4.4

Diversity & inclusion

3.6

Culture & values

3.6

Work/Life balance

3.1

Career opportunities

2.9

Senior management

2.9

Compensation and benefits

Controls Installer employees have rated Johnson Controls with 2.5 out of 5 stars, based on 31 company reviews on Glassdoor. This indicates that most Controls Installer professionals have an average working experience there. Johnson Controls is rated 28% below average by Controls Installer professionals compared to other employers within the Manufacturing industry (3.5 stars).

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31 reviews

1.0

Apr 22, 2026

Retirement benefits are nonexistent after decades of work

Installation technician

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Absolutely no pros at this place

Cons

32 years and you get nothing when you retire

Johnson Controls Response

3mo

Thank you for taking the time to share your thoughts with us as an Installation Technician. We’re committed to fostering an inclusive and supportive workplace where our core values of integrity, collaboration, and innovation are lived out. We apologize that you had a negative experience with us. Your input will be shared with the appropriate individuals to address your concerns.

4.0

Nov 7, 2025

Rewarding Career with Great People and Flexibility

Installation manager

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Long-Term Career Satisfaction: Over 20 years of experience in various roles speaks to strong employee retention and career growth opportunities. Flexible Scheduling: JCI empowers employees to manage their own schedules, promoting excellent work-life balance. Positive Team Culture: Strong relationships and collaboration within the branch make for a supportive and enjoyable work environment. Empowerment and Trust: Employees are given autonomy, which fosters a sense of ownership and responsibility.

Cons

Office Space Needs Improvement: Local facilities require immediate upgrades to better support employee productivity and comfort. Leadership Recognition and Compensation: In a competitive talent market, JCI could do more to financially reward and recognize strong people leaders.

Johnson Controls Response

8mo

Thank you so much for sharing your positive experience with Johnson Controls as a Installation Manager. Your input will help us in our mission to foster the best possible workplace for our teammates.

4.0

Oct 16, 2024

Work

Installation technician

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Pays well and good management

Cons

Labor intensive but reasonable work

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