BAS Controls Tech (Union)

ControlsJobs; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 103,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle

Tools & equipment provided

Union benefits

Job summary

Enterprise Mechanical & Energy Solutions Firm is seeking a BAS Controls Technician to support projects across the Bay Area from San Francisco to San Jose. The role involves installing and servicing BAS/DDC systems in commercial settings, with emphasis on Tridium Niagara AX/N4, Distech, Metasys, and FX platforms.

You will troubleshoot field controllers, sensors, and network issues, while coordinating with clients and project teams through commissioning and turnover for optimized performance.

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience with BAS/DDC systems in commercial environments.
• Strong troubleshooting background for DDC controls and HVAC automation.
• Comfortable in customer-facing service roles and retrofit projects.

Responsibilities

• Install, troubleshoot, and service BAS/DDC systems in commercial environments.
• Support HVAC/BAS systems using Tridium, Distech, Metasys, and related platforms.
• Diagnose programming issues, field controller faults, sensors, and network problems.
• Collaborate with clients, PMs, and field staff during commissioning and turnover.
• Provide technical direction, maintenance support, and field problem solving.
• Commission databases, review alarms/trends, and optimize system performance.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Customer-facing

Tools

Tridium Niagara AX/N4

Distech

Metasys

JCI FX

Job description

BAS Controls Technician – San Francisco / San Jose Metro – $35–$75/hr – Enterprise Mechanical & Energy Solutions Firm

Join a High-Performance BAS Division at One of California’s Premier Mechanical & Energy Companies

We are seeking an experienced BAS Controls Technician to support projects throughout the Bay Area (San Francisco to San Jose). This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-respected Building Automation & Energy group within a major mechanical design-build organization with more than 50 years of industry success.

• Union Status: Must be a member of or willing to join Local 104, 467, 342, 393, 38, or 39

Responsibilities:

• Install, troubleshoot, and service Building Automation (BAS/DDC) systems in commercial environments
• Support HVAC/BAS systems using Tridium, Distech, Metasys, and related platforms
• Diagnose and resolve programming issues, field controller faults, sensors, and network-level problems
• Work closely with clients, PMs, and field staff during commissioning and turnover
• Provide technical direction, maintenance assistance, and advanced problem-solving in the field
• PLUS: Commission databases, review alarms/trends, and ensure optimized system performance

Ideal Candidate:

• Hands-on experience with Tridium Niagara AX/N4, Distech, JCI Metasys, or JCI FX platforms
• Strong troubleshooting background with DDC controls and HVAC automation
• Comfortable in customer-facing service roles and retrofit/project-based environments
• Knowledge of HVAC system behavior and energy optimization concepts is beneficial

About the Company:

• In business for 50+ years
• 1,000+ employees across Northern California
• Industries supported: Commercial, Education, Healthcare, Labs/Clean Rooms, Government, High-Tech Facilities
• Service Areas: Design-Build, Construction, BAS, Energy Services, Preventative Maintenance

Offered Compensation & Perks:

• Pay Range: $35.00 – $75.00/hr (based on experience and union classification)
• Union Benefits: Outstanding medical, dental, vision, pension, and supplemental benefits
• Company Vehicle: Truck or Van + gas card
• Tools & Equipment: Laptop, Phone, Tools, Uniform provided