BAS Controls Technician

ControlsJobs; Providence (RI); On-site; USD 67,000 - 97,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company Vehicle or Monthly Allowance

401(k) with Company Match

Paid Vacation, Sick Leave & Holidays

Job summary

ControlsJobs in Providence, RI is seeking a skilled BAS Controls Technician to install, commission, troubleshoot and service modern BAS/DDC systems across education, healthcare, and municipal facilities.

The role offers long-term stability in the Providence region with a full-time schedule, benefits, and a company vehicle or monthly allowance. Applicants should have hands-on experience with BAS/DDC systems and strong customer-facing communication.

Qualifications

• Experience working as a BAS Controls Technician or HVAC Controls Specialist.
• Strong troubleshooting ability with BAS/DDC systems.
• Hands-on experience installing, wiring, and commissioning control components.
• Familiarity with Tridium, Honeywell, Siemens, Alerton, or Distech systems.
• Understanding of HVAC equipment (AHUs, boilers, chillers, VAVs, heat pumps).
• Clear communication and customer service skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a field team.

Responsibilities

• Install, configure, and commission BAS/DDC control systems
• Perform point-to-point verification and functional system testing
• Troubleshoot control panels, field devices, and network communication issues
• Assist with programming changes, graphics updates, and logic adjustments
• Interpret control diagrams, wiring schematics, and sequences of operation
• Document commissioning results and maintain accurate service records
• Support mechanical contractors, engineers, and end users during project execution
• Respond to service calls and provide customer-facing technical support

Skills

BAS Controls

HVAC Controls

Troubleshooting

Commissioning

Field installation

Job description

About the Opportunity

A growing Building Automation & HVAC Controls contractor is seeking a skilledBAS Controls Technician to support projects throughout the Providence metro and surrounding Rhode Island region.This role focuses on installing, commissioning, troubleshooting, and servicing modern DDC/BAS systems in commercial, healthcare, university, and municipal facilities.

• Location: Providence, RI
• Employment Type: Full-Time
• Hourly Rate: $36.00 – $52.00/hr (DOE)
• Overtime: Regularly Available
• Vehicle: Company Vehicle or Monthly Allowance
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Paid Vacation, Sick Leave & Holidays

About the Role

The Providence region continues to expand in education, healthcare, biotech research, and public-sector infrastructure.This position offers long-term stability and consistent project demand for experienced BAS professionals.

Key Responsibilities

• Install, configure, and commission BAS/DDC control systems
• Perform point-to-point verification and functional system testing
• Troubleshoot control panels, field devices, and network communication issues
• Assist with programming changes, graphics updates, and logic adjustments
• Interpret control diagrams, wiring schematics, and sequences of operation
• Document commissioning results and maintain accurate service records
• Support mechanical contractors, engineers, and end users during project execution
• Respond to service calls and provide customer-facing technical support

Ideal Candidate Profile

• Experience working as a BAS Controls Technician or HVAC Controls Specialist
• Strong troubleshooting ability with BAS/DDC systems
• Hands-on experience installing, wiring, and commissioning control components
• Familiarity with Tridium, Honeywell, Siemens, Alerton, or Distech systems
• Understanding of HVAC equipment (AHUs, boilers, chillers, VAVs, heat pumps)
• Clear communication and customer service skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a field team