Is Johnson Controls a good company to work for?

Johnson Controls has an overall rating of 3.7 out of 5, based on over 12,288 reviews left anonymously by employees. This rating has been stable over the past 12 months. 70% of employees would recommend working at Johnson Controls to a friend and 62% have a positive outlook for the business. The best reviews about Johnson Controls have been left by employees working as IT Intern , Human Resources and Intern .

Does Johnson Controls pay their employees well?

According to anonymously submitted Glassdoor reviews, Johnson Controls employees rate their compensation and benefits as 3.6 out of 5. Find out more about salaries and benefits at Johnson Controls. This rating has been stable over the past 12 months.

How satisfied are employees working at Johnson Controls?

70% of Johnson Controls employees would recommend working there to a friend based on Glassdoor reviews . Employees also rated Johnson Controls 3.7 out of 5 for work life balance, 3.6 for culture and values and 3.5 for career opportunities.

What are the top reviewed jobs at Johnson Controls?

Project Manager (207) , Software Engineer (159) , Manager (152) , Account Executive (137) , Engineer (127) , Sales Engineer (116) , Sales Representative (93) , Assistant Manager (92) , Intern (89) , 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 597 reviews)); "Great people to work with that want the best for the company and their customers." ((in 524 reviews)); "Its pretty good pay and there is plenty of oportunity to make $50k+ for just being blue collar." ((in 478 reviews)); "Flexibility and good work life balance" ((in 354 reviews)); "Salary is good and growth" ((in 264 reviews))

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

"They have good Manager and worker" ((in 159 reviews)); "no training and they expect you to struggle the first 6" ((in 135 reviews)); "Upper management is bad" ((in 116 reviews)); "Long hours and very stressful" ((in 96 reviews)); "This company provides no job security and there is constant restructuring and every 1 to1.5 year every department gets redundancy." ((in 78 reviews))

What are employees saying about Johnson Controls layoffs in 2026?

Explore Glassdoor’s employee reviews to understand what current and former employees are saying about Johnson Controls layoffs and their outlook for job security at Johnson Controls in 2026.

What are the top reviewed Johnson Controls locations?

Milwaukee , New York , Wichita , Houston , Glendale , Boca Raton , Norman , Holland , Plymouth , Chicago , York , Kansas City , Atlanta , Indianapolis , Dallas , Denver , San Antonio , Los Angeles , Aurora , Seattle , Tampa , Washington , Westford , Louisville , Raleigh , Philadelphia , Boston , Detroit , Austin , Birmingham

Johnson Controls reviews

3.7

70% would recommend to a friend

(1,647 total reviews)

Joakim Weidemanis

79% approve of CEO

62% positive business outlook

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4.0

Nov 4, 2025

A mixed bag of experiences

Customer experience manager

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Great place for a young professional to get their feet wet, coworkers always there to help, management invests in your career growth, there’s flexibility when working from home, excellent work/life balance, and leadership actively listens to employee feedback.

Cons

Salary increases/raises aren’t competitive, there’s a high turnover rate amongst sales, multiple reorganizations have occurred in my 3 years, limited promotion opportunities, and it’s a boys club.

Johnson Controls Response

8mo

Thank you for your honest feedback as a Customer Experience Manager. We strive to create a workplace where our core values of integrity, collaboration, and innovation are lived out and where employees feel valued and supported. We apologize if this was not the experience you had with us. Your input will be shared with the appropriate individuals to address your concerns.

4.0

Nov 3, 2025

Johnson Controls General PROs and CONs

Various roles

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Global Presence & Career Opportunities Being a large multinational, there are opportunities for international exposure, advancement, and internal mobility. Focus on Innovation & Sustainability Johnson Controls is at the forefront of smart building technologies and sustainability initiatives, providing employees with a chance to work on meaningful projects. Competitive Benefits & Compensation Generally offers solid health benefits, retirement plans, and competitive pay compared to industry standards. Learning & Development Access to training programs, professional development (online courses, workshops), and a culture that supports growth. Diversity & Inclusion Initiatives Increasing efforts to foster a diverse workforce, with employee resource groups and initiatives aimed at building inclusive teams.

Cons

Frequent Organizational Changes Numerous restructurings, mergers, and leadership changes can create uncertainty and affect morale. Work-Life Balance Challenges Depending on role and department, some employees report high workloads and pressure impacting personal time. Bureaucracy & Red Tape As a large corporation, decision-making can be slow and employees sometimes feel stifled by processes. Communication Issues Internal communication can be inconsistent, especially during periods of change, impacting clarity of company direction. Variable Management Quality Experiences depend heavily on specific teams and managers; some report lack of support or inconsistent leadership practices.

Johnson Controls Response

8mo

Thank you for your honest feedback. We strive to create a workplace where our core values of integrity, collaboration, and innovation are lived out and where employees feel valued and supported. We apologize if this was not the experience you had with us. Your input will be shared with the appropriate individuals to address your concerns.

3.0

Oct 30, 2025

Large Resource Company

Service development representative

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Good pay and benefits. Strong local management. New CEO. Strong resources to make life productive and easier.

Cons

Lots of hoops to jump through to get things done. HVAC service at branch level is not what it should be. Finding what you need from the 100's off Apps the company uses can be challenging.

Johnson Controls Response

8mo

Thank you for your feedback. We're glad you’ve found value in our pay, benefits, and local leadership, as well as the resources available to support productivity. We also hear your concerns around system complexity, service delivery, and sales structure. Your suggestions are appreciated and will be shared with the relevant teams as we work to simplify processes and better support our teams in the field.

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