BAS Controls Technician

Southland Industries; Garden Grove (CA); On-site; USD 39,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee-owned company

Training & development

Apprenticeship pathways

Wellness programs

Job summary

Southland Industries seeks an experienced BAS Field Programmer/Controls Engineer to design and manage building automation programs and databases for client projects. You will program, install, and document control systems for customer buildings, ensuring design compliance and strong client satisfaction.

You will lead documentation efforts, create BAS drawings for engineers, and collaborate with installation teams to verify wiring and device installation while solving complex challenges.

Qualifications

• Mechanical Engineering Degree preferred.
• 5+ years controls experience.
• Ability to read construction blueprints and electrical schematics.
• Knowledge of HVAC control systems required.
• Knowledge of electrical schematics required.
• Strong MS Office, Windows basics, TCP/IP knowledge.
• Niagara certification and related controls knowledge preferred.
• Clean driving record; able to lift 30 lbs.
• Ability to multitask in a fast paced team environment.

Responsibilities

• Professional communication with colleagues and clients.
• Build and nurture client relationships to ensure satisfaction and repeat business.
• Provide control drawings to engineering and drafting teams.
• Integrate systems with on-bard micro-processors.
• Test and document control programs and testing procedures.
• Collaborate with Installation Team to verify wiring and device installation.
• Identify and resolve project-related issues.
• Follow established Air Systems Management procedures.

Skills

BAS Systems

Controls Eng

Documentation

Client Relations

Team Leadership

Education

Mechanical Engineering Degree

Tools

Niagara

Visio

Distech Controls

ALC Controls

Job description

Position Summary

Experienced BAS Field Programmer/ Controls Engineer with expertise in Building Automation Systems to create Controls Programs and Systems Databases. This role involves working with our clients on creating a database of control programs and systems, programming, and installing the Control Systems for the clients’ buildings. The BAS Field Programmer will facilitate documentation of systems’ compliance with design. Strong leadership, effective communication, and a focus on client satisfaction are key to success. If you excel at BAS drawings, reviewing documentation, and complex challenges, this role is perfect for you.

• Professional Communication: Develop and maintain clear and professional communication with co-workers and clients.
• Client Relationships: Build and nurture client relationships to ensure satisfaction and foster repeat business.
• BAS Drawings: Provide control drawings to engineering and drafting group.
• Programming: Integrate system to on-bard micro-processors.
• Controls Testing: Consistently testing and ensuring the quality of control program and testing documentation.
• Team Leadership: Working with Installation Team to cross check and document correct installation of wiring and control devices.
• Problem-Solving: Identify and resolve project-related issues to ensure smooth execution.
• Procedural Adherence: Follow and uphold established Air Systems Management procedures.

Job Description

Experienced BAS Field Programmer/ Controls Engineer with expertise in Building Automation Systems to create Controls Programs and Systems Databases. This role involves working with our clients on creating a database of control programs and systems, programming, and installing the Control Systems for the clients’ buildings. The BAS Field Programmer will facilitate documentation of systems’ compliance with design. Strong leadership, effective communication, and a focus on client satisfaction are key to success. If you excel at BAS drawings, reviewing documentation, and complex challenges, this role is perfect for you.

Position Details

• Professional Communication: Develop and maintain clear and professional communication with co-workers and clients.
• Client Relationships: Build and nurture client relationships to ensure satisfaction and foster repeat business.
• BAS Drawings: Provide control drawings to engineering and drafting group.
• Programming: Integrate system to on-bard micro-processors.
• Controls Testing: Consistently testing and ensuring the quality of control program and testing documentation.
• Team Leadership: Working with Installation Team to cross check and document correct installation of wiring and control devices.
• Problem-Solving: Identify and resolve project-related issues to ensure smooth execution.
• Procedural Adherence: Follow and uphold established Air Systems Management procedures.

Qualifications

Mechanical Engineering Degree preferred

• 5+ Years Controls Experience
• Ability to read construction blueprints and electrical schematics
• Knowledge of HVAC control systems required
• Knowledge of electrical schematics required
• Ability to handle and prioritize multiple tasks
• Strong knowledge of MS Office, Windows XP, file structure, basic TCP/IP network structure and web navigation
• Knowledge of Visio a plus but not required
• Knowledge of ALC Controls, Distech Controls, Niagara certification, and/or other DDC controls
• Clean Driving Record Required
• Able to lift 30 lbs.
• Ability to multitask, problem-solve, and work effectively in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment
• Creative and proactive, utilizing resources to meet project goals efficiently
• Southland Industries is a signatory contractor of Local Union 250. We are ideally looking for someone currently located in the Garden Grove area.

Benefits

As a 100% employee-owned company, we are committed to supporting the well-being of our employees and their families.

For positions covered by a collective bargaining agreement (CBA), wages and benefits—including health and welfare, retirement, paid time off, and other provisions—are determined in accordance with the applicable local union agreement.

In addition to union-provided benefits, employees may have access to company-sponsored programs such as:

• Training and professional development opportunities
• Company-supported career advancement and apprenticeship pathways
• Wellness resources and employee support programs

Please note that specific benefits and eligibility may vary based on union affiliation, location, and the terms of the applicable CBA.

About Southland Industries

As one of the nation’s largest MEP companies, Southland Industries is built on the foundation of great people. Since 1949, we have put our people first, enabling growth, professional achievement, and innovation. If you want to join a fast-paced environment where you’re engaged, challenged, and valued,

Southland Industries and all its subsidiaries are an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. We are committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing our employees with a safe work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at Southland Industries are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, gender, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, medical condition, marital status, family care or medical leave status, veteran status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. Southland Industries will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics.

Pay:

Final pay is determined by the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant, internal equity, and alignment with market data. For California this ranges from $28.00/hour - $65.00/hour plus annual incentive, benefits, and retirement program as outlined above.

Contingent Employment:

All employment offers are contingent upon successful drug tests, background checks, and professional reference checks. Roles that include driving as an essential job duty will be required to have a successful Motor Vehicle Record check (MVR). We are not able to offer sponsorship of employment at this time.

External Agency Announcement

Its Southland Industries' policy not to accept candidate submissions from recruiting agencies without an active and authorized work order. Candidate ownership can only be established after a bona fide work order is issued by a member of the Southland Industries Talent Acquisition team and the candidate is appropriately submitted through our Applicant Tracking System (ATS).