BAS Control Technician 3 - Washington, DC

M.C. Dean; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 52,348 - 68,880; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

401(k) retirement plan

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Job summary

M.C. Dean is seeking a BAS Control Technician 3 in Washington, DC. This role involves operating and troubleshooting BAS systems, particularly in mission-critical environments. Candidates should have over 5 years of experience and strong knowledge in HVAC systems and controls.

Benefits include competitive salary, paid time off, and comprehensive health insurance. The position supports critical facilities operations, making expertise in mechanical systems essential for system reliability.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience as a BAS/Controls Technician in commercial/industrial settings.
• Strong understanding of building mechanical systems.
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings and wiring diagrams.

Responsibilities

• Operate, monitor, maintain, and troubleshoot BAS infrastructure.
• Perform advanced troubleshooting and root-cause analysis.
• Support operations and optimization of HVAC systems.

Skills

BAS/Controls Technician experience

Knowledge of Schneider Electric platforms

HVAC fundamentals

Advanced troubleshooting

Strong communication skills

Education

HS diploma or GED

Tools

Niagara N4

Schneider Electric controllers

Job description

BAS Control Technician 3 - Washington, DC

Paid time off, tuition reimbursement, 401(k), retirement plan

United States, D.C., Washington

May 19, 2026

Overview

United States, D.C., Washington

We are a leading building intelligence company that designs, builds, operates, and maintains cyber‑physical solutions for mission‑critical facilities. Our focus spans electrical, electronic security, telecommunications, life safety, automation and controls, audiovisual, and IT systems. With over 7,000 employees, we provide resilient, secure, and innovative power and technology solutions for complex infrastructure and global enterprises.

Clearance Requirement

Applicants selected will be subject to a government security investigation. Eligibility requires U.S. citizenship and a Secret clearance. HSPD‑12 is required.

Shift Availability

• 1st shift – 6:00 am–2:30 pm, Monday‑Friday
• 2nd shift – 12:30 pm–11:00 pm, Monday‑Thursday
• 3rd shift – 10:00 pm–8:30 am, Monday‑Thursday
• 4th shift – 7:00 am–7:30 pm, Friday‑Sunday
• 5th shift – 7:00 pm–7:30 am, Friday‑Sunday

Candidate shift preferences will be considered based on current staffing needs and availability.

Responsibilities

• Operate, monitor, maintain, and troubleshoot BAS infrastructure using Schneider Electric controllers (EcoStruxure/SmartStruxure).
• Support and administer Niagara N4 supervisory overlay systems.
• Perform advanced troubleshooting and root‑cause analysis across controls, field devices, and mechanical systems.
• Support operations and optimization of chiller plants, cooling towers, pumps, AHUs, VAVs, and VFDs.
• Execute proactive and preventative maintenance to ensure system reliability, uptime, and efficiency.
• Review trends, alarms, and system data to identify abnormal behavior and prevent failures.
• Validate control sequences, logic, and graphics; recommend improvements.
• Interface with facility operations, engineers, and leadership in a high‑visibility environment.
• Support commissioning, point‑to‑point verification, and functional testing activities.
• Coordinate with third‑party vendors and OEMs; oversee quality and compliance of external work.
• Maintain accurate documentation, as‑built drawings, sequences of operation, and change records.
• Mentor and train facilities team members on operation and control of the BMS.
• Perform point‑to‑point checkouts between field devices and controllers and first‑line diagnostics.
• Provision servers, controllers, industrial PCs, network configurations, and communication testing.
• Install, replace, configure, and calibrate sensors, actuators, controllers, fiber, and other BAS components.
• Interpret electrical schematics and control panel drawings.
• Follow change‑management processes to generate work requests and procedures.
• Conduct root‑cause analysis, retroactive commissioning, and continuous improvement activities.

Qualifications

• HS diploma or GED with at least 5 years of experience as a BAS/Controls Technician in commercial, industrial, or critical facilities.
• Practical knowledge of Schneider Electric BAS platforms (EcoStruxure/SmartStruxure controllers).
• Practical knowledge of Niagara N4 (station navigation, point management, alarms, trending).
• Strong understanding of building mechanical systems and HVAC fundamentals.
• Hands‑on experience supporting chiller plants, cooling towers, AHUs, and central utility systems.
• Proven ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Advanced troubleshooting capability at both software and physical device levels.
• Experience with preventative and reliability‑focused maintenance programs.
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings, wiring diagrams, and control schematics.
• Strong communication and professional skills in high‑visibility operational environments.

Preferred Qualifications

• Niagara N4 certification (technical or higher).
• Schneider Electric training or OEM certifications.
• Experience in mission‑critical facilities such as data centers, labs, hospitals, or industrial campuses.
• Familiarity with BACnet, Modbus, and IP‑based BAS networking.
• Controls programming, sequence development, or system integration experience.
• CMRT, HVAC, electrical, or related technical certifications.

What We're Looking For

• A technician who anticipates issues and acts before failures occur.
• A disciplined troubleshooter who connects mechanical behavior to controls logic.
• A professional comfortable working independently in live, operational spaces.
• A team member who takes ownership of system performance and long‑term reliability.

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Military reserve pay offset
• Paid maternity leave

Abilities

• Lift, carry, and move objects up to 50 pounds regularly.
• Relocate a 12‑foot stepladder without assistance.
• Work at heights up to 60 feet, using scaffolds, aerial lifts, catwalks, and ladders.
• Perform routine movements: walking, climbing, lifting, squatting, crawling, kneeling, pushing, pulling, and reaching overhead.
• Possess good vision (may be corrected) and hearing; communicate in English.
• Use a standard ladder within weight limits while carrying tools.
• Recognize when something is wrong or likely to fail.
• Apply general rules to specific problems to produce logical solutions.
• Combine pieces of information to form conclusions.
• See details at close range.
• Listen to and understand spoken information.

Pay Range

USD $38.00 – USD $50.00 per hour.