BAS Controls Technician – HVAC & VAV Systems

University of North Carolina Charlotte; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 62,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

University of North Carolina Charlotte is seeking a Contributing BAS Controls Technician to support the operation and maintenance of the campus Building Automation System, with a focus on VAV and FCU terminals and related control devices.

The role involves testing, calibrating, and diagnosing HVAC controls, working in mechanical rooms and above ceilings, and documenting work using standard office tools. This entry-level position offers full-time hours and campus location.

Qualifications

• Three years of experience in the Commercial/Industrial HVAC industry.
• Two-year Associate's degree.
• Computer skills; experience with VAV systems.

Responsibilities

• Perform work in a variety of environmental conditions, including hot and cold temperatures, mechanical rooms, and around large commercial HVAC equipment.
• Safely access and work above ceilings using ladders while performing preventive maintenance, service, diagnostics, and repairs.
• Test, troubleshoot, repair, and calibrate VAV boxes, damper actuators, valve actuators, and airflow measurement stations.
• Apply a working knowledge of HVAC control sequences of operation, mechanical and electrical principles, and air and hydronic water systems.
• Diagnose and resolve low-voltage electrical and controls issues using meters and other testing equipment.
• Interpret system operation and equipment performance to identify faults and implement corrective actions.
• Use Google Business and/or Microsoft Office applications (Outlook, Word, Excel) and a work order management system to document service activities, complete work orders, prepare reports, and communicate effectively with customers and team members.

Skills

HVAC

VAV systems

Diagnostics

Education

Two-year Associate's degree

Tools

Google Business

Microsoft Office

Work order system

Job description

University of North Carolina Charlotte is seeking a Contributing BAS Controls Technician to support the operation and maintenance of the campus Building Automation System, with a focus on VAV and FCU terminals and related control devices.

The role involves testing, calibrating, and diagnosing HVAC controls, working in mechanical rooms and above ceilings, and documenting work using standard office tools. This entry-level position offers full-time hours and campus location.