BAS Controls Technician: Install, Program, Troubleshoot & Lead

Crete United; Matthews (NC); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision insurance

401(k) with employer match

Paid time off and holidays

Continuing education and certification

Job summary

Crete United is seeking an experienced BAS Technician to program, commission, and troubleshoot BAS systems for HVAC and related controls at customer sites in North Carolina. You will diagnose complex issues, upgrade software, calibrate field devices, and read control schematics while collaborating with engineers and contractors.

You will mentor junior technicians, ensure safety, standards, and cybersecurity practices, and support on-call emergencies as needed.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of hands-on BAS installation, programming, and troubleshooting.
• Experience with major BAS platforms (e.g., Tridium Niagara, Distech, Honeywell, JCI Metasys, Alerton)

Responsibilities

• Program, commission, and troubleshoot BAS systems for HVAC and related controls.
• Troubleshoot complex control issues using diagnostic tools and software.
• Perform system upgrades and software updates with minimal downtime.
• Configure and calibrate field devices (sensors, actuators, controllers, I/O).
• Read and interpret engineering drawings, sequences of operations, and control schematics.
• Collaborate with engineers, project managers, electricians, and contractors to complete projects on time and within budget.
• Maintain accurate documentation of system architecture, as-built drawings, and service records.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior BAS technicians and apprentices.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards, local codes, and cybersecurity best practices.
• Participate in on-call rotation or emergency support.

Skills

HVAC knowledge

Networking (BACnet/Modbus/LonWorks)

DDC programming

Communication skills

Independent work / leadership

Job description

Crete United is seeking an experienced BAS Technician to program, commission, and troubleshoot BAS systems for HVAC and related controls at customer sites in North Carolina. You will diagnose complex issues, upgrade software, calibrate field devices, and read control schematics while collaborating with engineers and contractors.

You will mentor junior technicians, ensure safety, standards, and cybersecurity practices, and support on-call emergencies as needed.