About Us:
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.
TERRITORY: Des Moines Or Moline
What we offerCompetitive salary
Paid vacation/holidays/sick time – 15 days of vacation your first year plus sick-time and flex holidays
Comprehensive benefits package including 401K, medical, dental, and vision care – available day one
Extensive product and on-the-job/cross-training opportunities with outstanding resources
Encouraging and collaborative team environment
Dedication to safety through our Zero Harm policy
We have an exciting opportunity for a Commercial Security Service Sales Executive to join our team! In this role, you’ll promote and sell Johnson Controls Security services and technology within an assigned territory, building strong relationships and delivering solutions that protect people and property. You’ll be the Johnson Controls Security brand ambassador—sharing our story and demonstrating why we’re the leading electronic security provider. Your focus will be on securing new business, upgrading existing accounts, and ensuring customer satisfaction through exceptional service.
How you will do itAdhere to Johnson Controls Security policies, procedures, products, programs, and services
Create new market share by selling Johnson Controls Security products and services to new local commercial customers
Sell additional products and services to existing accounts and identify new opportunities
Renew existing customer agreements and manage resale opportunities within your territory
Identify prospects using creative lead-generation techniques and maintain strong relationships with existing customers
Establish call plans and follow-up strategies independently, applying effective time and territory management
Maintain in-depth knowledge of our products/services and customer needs through training and research
Obtain referrals and build relationships with Centers of Influence
Process work orders and complete all paperwork accurately and on time
Conduct post-installation follow-up to ensure commitments were met and affirm customer satisfaction
Required
- 2 years Outside Commercial Sales Experience, preferably in Security, IT, or Tech sales.
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Excellent oral, written, and presentation skills with the ability to engage senior-level executives
- Ability to work a full-time schedule
- Available for local travel
Preferred
- College degree
- 2 years’ experience as a successful commercial sales representative in security, IT, or technology sales, with a proven track record of meeting and exceeding quotas
Salary Range: HIRING SALARY RANGE: $55k-68k (Salary to be determined by the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant, internal equity, and alignment with market data.) * This role also offers a competitive Sales Incentive Plan that will take into account volume and margin on a project, quarterly, and annual basis. 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 at https://jobs.johnsoncontrols.com/about-us
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Johnson Controls International plc. is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, protected veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a qualified individual with a disability or any other characteristic protected by law. To view more information about your equal opportunity and non-discrimination rights as a candidate, visit EEO is the Law. If you are an individual with a disability and you require an accommodation during the application process, please visit here.
Skills Required
- 2 years Outside Commercial Sales Experience, preferably in Security, IT, or Tech sales.
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Excellent oral, written, and presentation skills with ability to engage senior-level executives.
- Ability to work a full-time schedule.
- Available for local travel.
- College degree.
- 2 years' experience as a successful commercial sales representative in security, IT, or technology sales, with a proven track record of meeting and exceeding quotas.
Johnson Controls Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Johnson Controls and has not been reviewed or approved by Johnson Controls.
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Retirement Support — Retirement support is positioned as a meaningful part of the package through employer 401(k) matching, repeatedly framed as a strong pillar of the overall rewards mix. The matching contribution is described with specific match levels in multiple places, reinforcing perceived value for long-term saving.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Time off is presented as comparatively robust, with multiple paid holiday categories, vacation time, and sick time described as generous or “amazing” in places. Paid time off breadth appears to be a consistent contributor to total rewards attractiveness beyond base pay.
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Flexible Benefits — Benefits are described as broad and customizable, spanning standard medical/dental/vision plus optional add-ons like pet insurance, identity protection, and legal support. Tuition reimbursement is repeatedly highlighted as a high-value option supporting professional development.
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What We Do
At Johnson Controls, we transform the environments where people live, work, learn and play. From optimizing building performance to improving safety and enhancing comfort, we drive the outcomes that matter most. Dedicated to protecting the environment, we deliver our promise in industries such as healthcare, education, data centers and manufacturing. With a global team of 100,000 experts in more than 150 countries and over 130 years of innovation, we are the power behind our customers’ mission. Our leading portfolio of building technology and solutions includes some of the most trusted names in the industry, such as Tyco®, York®, Metasys®, Ruskin®, Titus®, Frick®, Penn®, Sabroe®, Simplex®, Ansul® and Grinnell®.






