BAS Technician

System One; Chippewa Falls (WI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and welfare benefits coverage (

401(k) plan

Life insurance

Job summary

System One is seeking a BAS Technician to install, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair building control systems for commercial and industrial facilities in the Chippewa Falls area. You will focus on optimizing HVAC, lighting, and integrated building operations to improve energy efficiency and occupant comfort.

The role is a direct hire, onsite position requiring local travel and hands-on technical work with various BAS platforms.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; technical/vocational training preferred.
• 2+ years of experience with BAS or similar control systems.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and control logic.
• Solid understanding of HVAC systems, sensors, actuators, and BAS protocols (BACnet/Modbus/LonWorks).
• Valid driver’s license and ability to travel locally as needed.

Responsibilities

• Install, configure, and commission BAS hardware and software per project specs.
• Perform routine maintenance, inspections, and diagnostics for reliability.
• Troubleshoot alarms, faults, and communication issues; repair to minimize downtime.
• Collaborate with facilities/engineering teams to optimize performance and energy savings.
• Document service work and configuration changes for compliance and reference.
• Provide technical support and basic user training to facility staff on BAS operation.

Skills

Reading electrical schematics

BAS control systems

HVAC knowledge

BAS communication protocols

Documentation

Training and support

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Technical/vocational training in electronics/HVAC

Tools

Alerton

Distech

Allen-Bradley PLCs

Tridium/Niagara

Johnson Controls Metasys

Siemens Desigo

Automated Logic

Honeywell

Job description

BAS Technician

Job Title: BAS Technician
Location: Chippewa Falls, WI (on-site)
Type: Direct Hire
Schedule: 40 hours/week
Travel: Local travel to job sites in the Milwaukee area (valid driver’s license required)

Overview

We are seeking a Building Automation Systems (BAS) Technician to support commercial/industrial facilities by installing, maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing building control systems. This role focuses on optimizing system performance and reliability across HVAC, lighting, and other integrated building operations, while supporting energy efficiency and occupant comfort.

Responsibilities

• Install, configure, and commission BAS hardware and software per project specifications
• Perform routine maintenance, inspections, and diagnostics to ensure reliable operation
• Troubleshoot alarms, faults, and communication issues; implement timely repairs to reduce downtime
• Partner with facilities/engineering teams to optimize performance and support energy-saving initiatives
• Document service work, configuration changes, and maintenance procedures for compliance and reference
• Provide technical support and basic user training to facility staff on BAS operation and best practices
• Stay current on relevant standards, emerging technologies, and manufacturer updates

Minimum qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; technical/vocational training (electronics, HVAC, or related) preferred
• 2+ years of experience working with BAS or similar control systems
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and control logic
• Solid understanding of HVAC systems, sensors, actuators, and BAS communication protocols (BACnet, Modbus, and/or LonWorks)
• Valid driver’s license and ability to travel locally as needed

Preferred qualifications

• Experience with one or more BAS platforms such as Alerton, Distech, Allen-Bradley PLCs, Tridium/Niagara, Johnson Controls Metasys, Siemens Desigo, Automated Logic, or Honeywell
• Familiarity with energy management systems and sustainability/efficiency practices
• Strong computer skills and comfort using BAS tools plus Microsoft Office

Why consider this role

• Hands-on technical work supporting mission-critical facility systems
• Opportunity to improve building performance, reliability, and energy efficiency
• Stable direct-hire position with long-term growth potential

System One, and its subsidiaries including Joulé and Mountain Ltd., are leaders in delivering outsourced services and workforce solutions across North America. We help clients get work done more efficiently and economically, without compromising quality. System One not only serves as a valued partner for our clients, but we offer eligible employees health and welfare benefits coverage options including medical, dental, vision, spending accounts, life insurance, voluntary plans, as well as participation in a 401(k) plan.

System One is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, family care or medical leave status, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

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