BEST - Technical Sales - Fire Systems - Minneapolis, MN
Johnson Controls
Produces HVAC, fire, security and building automation systems to optimize and protect buildings globally.
6‑month technical sales training program for recent grads to sell fire systems.
3 days ago ago
$64,000 - $93,000
Entry-level
Full Time
Plymouth, MN
Field
Company Size
94,000 Employees
Service Specialisms
Climate Control
HVAC
Facility Management
Fire Alarm and Suppression
Security Equipment
Building Systems
Engineering
Consulting
Sector Specialisms
Buildings
Commercial
Residential
Industrial
Energy
Infrastructure
Security
Safety
Role
Description
solution design
bid estimation
technical consulting
market analysis
vendor coordination
project handoff
Consult with architects, engineers, and building owners to recommend fire protection solutions tailored to their needs
Estimate job bids and prepare proposals with contractors, architects and building owners
Lead technical conversations with confidence, combining product knowledge with business insight
Collect and analyze market intelligence
Complete sales calls to generate new business and build on existing relationships
Present solutions to customers for consideration
Coordinate with vendors and subcontractors
Apply your engineering background and business acumen to real-world projects that protect lives and property
Turn projects over to operations team for execution and installations
Requirements
bachelor's
electrical eng
project management
us citizenship
internship
analytical
Pursuing a Bachelor’s degree and graduating between December 2024 and June 2026
Strong communication and teamwork skills
Ability to manage multiple projects and cross-functional teams with minimum guidance
Electrical Engineering or Construction Management Degree, preferred
U.S. Citizenship or Permanent Residency
Previous sales, engineering or business experiences through co-ops, internships, part-time or full-time jobs
Strong analytical ability to solve problems and ability to learn quickly
Benefits
Collaborative, empowering culture where your ideas matter
Step into a high-impact sales role with clear career progression and unlimited growth potential
Benefits that start Day 1 (medical, dental, vision, 401k)
Fast-track growth: our 6-month BEST program combines training, mentorship, and hands-on learning to launch your career
A mentor who’s invested in your success, plus a support network of peers and leaders
Competitive pay: $64k–$93k
Training + Development
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Interview process
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Visa Sponsorship
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Security clearance
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Company
Overview
Pioneered the electric thermostat, launching the building controls industry.
Evolved into a global leader in smart building systems through over a century of innovation.
Typical projects range from HVAC installations to integrated smart systems in hospitals, airports, stadiums, and data centers using their OpenBlue digital platform.
Expertise covers HVAC, fire detection and suppression, security systems, energy management, and facility services.
Earned LEED Platinum certification for its North American headquarters and supplied smart systems to landmarks like Burj Khalifa and Taipei 101.
Culture + Values
N/A – Johnson Controls does not publish an official list of culture or values under standardized headings on its public website or LinkedIn.
Environment + Sustainability
Inclusion & Diversity
Includes diversity targets in senior leaders’ performance metrics tied to compensation.
Partnerships with HBCUs to develop next-gen sustainable building leaders through scholarships and education initiatives.
Increased spend with women- and minority-owned businesses as part of supplier sustainability and inclusion goals.