BAS Controls Technician

ControlsJobs; Charlottesville (VA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

Disability Insurance

401(k) with Company Match

Paid Holidays & Vacation

Professional development

Job summary

ControlsJobs is seeking a BAS Controls Technician in Charlottesville, VA to support BAS/DDC installation, commissioning, and service across commercial facilities.

You will install, test, and tune BAS programs, troubleshoot controllers, sensors, and networks, and maintain thorough field documentation while coordinating with project teams and owners.

Qualifications

• Experience as a BAS Controls Technician or Controls Installer.
• Strong understanding of HVAC systems, sequences of operation, and control strategies.
• Proficiency interpreting control drawings and wiring diagrams.

Responsibilities

• Install, start up, and commission BAS/DDC systems for HVAC applications.
• Troubleshoot system issues including controllers, sensors, actuators, and networks.
• Perform functional testing, point-to-point checkout, and validation of control sequences.

Skills

BAS Skills

HVAC Systems

Control Drawings

Field Troubleshooting

Documentation

Communication

Self-Management

Tools

Tridium Niagara

Distech

Siemens

Automated Logic

Job description

BAS Controls Technician – Charlottesville, VA – $38.00-55.00/hr – Commercial HVAC & Building Automation

About the Opportunity

A respected Building Automation and HVAC Controls contractor is seeking a skilledBAS Controls Technician to support projects throughout the greater Charlottesville region. This position involves hands‑on BAS/DDC installation, commissioning, troubleshooting, and service work within commercial, institutional, and research facilities.

• Location: Charlottesville, VA (local travel required)
• Employment Type: Full-Time
• Hourly Rate: $38.00 - $55.00/hr (Based On Experience)
• Overtime: Available
• Vehicle: Company vehicle or vehicle allowance, depending on role
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with Company Match
• Paid Holidays & Vacation
• Professional development and training opportunities

About the Role

This role is ideal for a technician who enjoys working on a variety of DDC/BAS systems and collaborating with project managers, engineers, and end users. You will support installation, testing, point-to-point verification, and commissioning across new construction, retrofit, and service-based projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Install, start up, and commission BAS/DDC systems for HVAC applications
• Troubleshoot system issues including controllers, sensors, actuators, and communication networks
• Perform functional testing, point-to-point checkout, and validation of control sequences
• Install wiring, conduit, and low-voltage terminations
• Assist in developing and tuning BAS programs under direction of senior techs or engineers
• Verify device operation and support equipment startup with mechanical contractors
• Maintain organized documentation, redlines, and field reports
• Communicate effectively with building owners, facility teams, and contractors
• Support troubleshooting and optimization of existing BAS installations

Ideal Candidate Profile

• Experience as a BAS Controls Technician or Controls Installer
• Strong understanding of HVAC systems, sequences of operation, and control strategies
• Proficiency in interpreting control drawings and wiring diagrams
• Hands‑on experience with BAS platforms such as Tridium Niagara, Distech, Siemens, or Automated Logic is a plus
• Ability to work independently in the field and manage daily tasks
• Excellent troubleshooting, communication, and customer service skills
• Comfortable working in commercial, university, healthcare, and laboratory environments