BAS Controls Technician: Install, Commission & Troubleshoot

SST Direct; Waterford (CT); On-site; USD 66,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision

HSA and FSA

Life and disability insurance

401(k)

Job summary

SST Direct in Waterford, CT is seeking an experienced Automation Controls Technician/Installer for a direct hire. You will install conduit, low-voltage wiring, and BAS control components, and assist with startup, commissioning, troubleshooting, and owner training.

Reading electrical and mechanical drawings, coordinating with other trades, and maintaining licenses are required. We offer comprehensive benefits: medical, dental, vision, HSA/FSA, life and disability insurance, and a 401(k).

Qualifications

• Connecticut E2 or L6 license is required.
• High school diploma or technical certificate preferred.
• 2–5 years of BAS, controls, or electrical installation experience.
• Valid driver's license.
• Ability to read electrical and mechanical drawings.
• Strong communication, troubleshooting, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Install conduit, low-voltage wiring, and BAS control components.
• Mount, wire, label, and terminate sensors, relays, actuators, and other control devices.
• Read and interpret electrical and mechanical drawings.
• Assist with system startup, commissioning, troubleshooting, and owner training.
• Prepare as-built documentation.
• Coordinate work with other trades and attend project meetings as needed.
• Maintain required licenses and certifications.
• Follow all safety policies and use required PPE.
• Communicate professionally with customers, supervisors, and team members.
• Work independently and collaboratively to complete projects efficiently.
• Overtime, varied shifts, and travel occasionally as needed.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Blueprint reading

Teamwork

Communication

Education

High school diploma

Tools

BAS systems

Job description

SST Direct in Waterford, CT is seeking an experienced Automation Controls Technician/Installer for a direct hire. You will install conduit, low-voltage wiring, and BAS control components, and assist with startup, commissioning, troubleshooting, and owner training.

Reading electrical and mechanical drawings, coordinating with other trades, and maintaining licenses are required. We offer comprehensive benefits: medical, dental, vision, HSA/FSA, life and disability insurance, and a 401(k).