BAS Technician

AMS of Denver; Colorado; On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

American Mechanical Services (AMS) in Colorado is seeking a BAS Technician to design, program, commission, troubleshoot, and optimize building automation systems across commercial facilities.

You'll work at the intersection of HVAC, controls, networking, and energy efficiency, collaborating with project managers and trades professionals to deliver reliable, energy-smart solutions. Mentoring junior BAS technicians is part of the role.

Responsibilities

• Design, program, commission, troubleshoot, and service commercial BAS.
• Develop Niagara N4 stations, graphics, databases, trends, alarms, and control sequences.
• Integrate third-party equipment using BACnet, Modbus, and other open protocols.
• Install controllers, communication wiring, field devices, and associated control hardware.
• Optimize existing control systems to improve energy efficiency.
• Coordinate with customer IT departments for secure remote connectivity.
• Support startup, commissioning, owner training, and project closeout.
• Troubleshoot HVAC, electrical, networking, and BAS issues.
• Collaborate with project managers, HVAC technicians, customers, and fellow controls technicians.
• Mentor developing BAS technicians when appropriate.

Job description

Job Description

Position Overview

At AMS, our BAS Technicians work at the intersection of HVAC, controls, networking, and system optimization. You'll design, integrate, commission, troubleshoot, and optimize complete building automation systems that improve comfort, energy efficiency, and long-term reliability while working alongside experienced HVAC, plumbing, and controls professionals.

The Work You'll Do

• Design, program, commission, troubleshoot, and service commercial BAS.
• Develop Niagara N4 stations, graphics, databases, trends, alarms, and control sequences.
• Integrate third-party equipment using BACnet, Modbus, and other open protocols.
• Install controllers, communication wiring, field devices, and associated control hardware.
• Optimize existing control systems to improve building performance and energy efficiency.
• Coordinate with customer IT departments for secure remote connectivity.
• Support startup, commissioning, owner training, and project closeout.
• Troubleshoot HVAC, electrical, networking, and BAS issues.
• Collaborate with project managers, HVAC technicians, customers, and fellow controls technicians.
• Mentor developing BAS technicians when appropriate.

Company Description

American Mechanical Services (AMS) is a commercial HVAC, plumbing, and building automation company built on long-term relationships, technical expertise, and doing the work the right way. We serve commercial, industrial, healthcare, education, multi-family, and institutional customers throughout Colorado, helping them keep their facilities operating safely and efficiently.

Our teams specialize in service, retrofit, and maintenance of complex mechanical systems. By combining experienced technicians with modern technology and a commitment to continuous improvement, we deliver practical solutions that create long-term value for our customers.

AMS has operated continuously under predecessor companies since 1980. Today, we continue to invest in our employees, our technology, and our customers while remaining committed to building careers - not simply filling positions.