BAS & HVAC Controls Lead — Field Install & Mentor

Kelso Building Services; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Paid time off

Career advancement

Training in BAS technologies

Exposure to smart building systems

Job summary

Kelso Building Services is seeking a highly motivated Controls Install Lead / Working Supervisor to join our Building Automation team. This role blends hands-on BAS installation with leadership of field crews, driving projects from installation through startup.

The ideal candidate brings 5+ years of BAS or electrical installation experience and a proven record mentoring technicians. You will supervise 3–6 installers, coordinate with project management, engineering, and commissioning teams, and

Qualifications

• 5+ years of BAS, controls, low-voltage, or electrical installation experience.
• Previous experience leading crews in commercial or industrial environments.
• Strong understanding of BAS installation practices and control wiring.
• Ability to read and understand mechanical, electrical, and controls drawings.
• Familiarity with HVAC systems and sequence of operations preferred.
• Experience with conduit bending and installation.
• Knowledge of startup and commissioning processes preferred.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 certification preferred.
• Valid driver's license with acceptable driving record.

Responsibilities

• Lead the installation of BAS and low-voltage control systems.
• Run EMT, rigid, flex conduit, and cable tray systems.
• Perform wire pulling, cable routing, and labeling.
• Install and mount BAS control panels, controllers, sensors, relays, actuators, and field devices.
• Terminate low-voltage wiring and verify proper connections.
• Read and interpret blueprints, control drawings, one-lines, and technical specifications.
• Assist with BAS startup, checkout, and commissioning activities.
• Troubleshoot installation issues and coordinate corrective actions.
• Maintain accurate project documentation and create field red-line drawings.
• Coordinate with electricians, HVAC contractors, and other trades onsite.

Skills

BAS installation

Field leadership

Wiring & conduit

Reading drawings

Safety compliance

Communication

Independent work

Driver's license

Startup & commissioning

Tools

Niagara Framework

Honeywell

Johnson Controls

Siemens

Distech

Trane

Alerton

Delta Controls

KMC Controls

Job description

Kelso Building Services is seeking a highly motivated Controls Install Lead / Working Supervisor to join our Building Automation team. This role blends hands-on BAS installation with leadership of field crews, driving projects from installation through startup.

The ideal candidate brings 5+ years of BAS or electrical installation experience and a proven record mentoring technicians. You will supervise 3–6 installers, coordinate with project management, engineering, and commissioning teams, and