BAS Technician II

Schneider Electric; Morrisville (NC); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equitable opportunities for all

Commitment to diversity and inclusion

Job summary

A leading energy management company is seeking a Building Automation Specialist II for the Morrisville, NC area. This role involves supporting HVAC Building Automation System start-up, commissioning, troubleshooting, and engineering activities. Candidates should possess strong technical expertise, excellent communication abilities, and a commitment to growth in the BAS field. The position requires a relevant technical degree and experience in commissioning and troubleshooting HVAC systems, ensuring efficient and effective operations.

Qualifications

• Completion of a two-year technical program or an associate degree in a relevant field.
• 3+ years of experience in BAS, controls, or related technical fields.
• Strong understanding of commercial and light industrial HVAC systems.
• Solid understanding of commercial and light industrial HVAC systems (chilled water/hot water loops, CAV/VAV, AHUs).
• 3+ years reading and using wiring schematics, equipment diagrams, and control drawings.
• 3+ years troubleshooting electrical, controls, and HVAC systems.
• Proficiency with loading, setting up, and running hardware/software applications.
• Networking knowledge: IP addressing, BACnet over IP & MS/TP, Instance ID structures.
• Familiarity with BACnet, Echelon, and Modbus; Microsoft Office and Visio.

Responsibilities

• Start up and commission complex HVAC Building Automation Systems.
• Troubleshoot electrical and HVAC issues to ensure functionality.
• Provide sketches, field markups, and as-built documentation.
• Review and verify graphical user interfaces for BAS during commissioning.
• Participate in online, classroom, and hands-on training to expand technical proficiency.
• Troubleshoot electrical, controls, and HVAC issues in the field to ensure fault-free operation.

Skills

Technical proficiency in HVAC systems

Excellent communication skills

Customer service mindset

Ability to troubleshoot controls and HVAC issues

Troubleshooting electrical/controls/HV

Networking basics

Microsoft Office / Visio

Load/setup hardware software

Education

Associate degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or HVAC Technology

Associate in Electrical Engineering

Associate in HVAC Technology

Tools

Microsoft Office

Visio

Job description

Schneider Electric is seeking a Building Automation Specialist II to support HVAC Building Automation System (BAS) start-up, commissioning, troubleshooting, and field engineering activities throughout the Morrisville, NC area. This position requires strong technical experience, excellent communication skills, and a desire to grow into a senior BAS expert.

What You Will Do

• Start up and commission complex HVAC Building Automation Systems, leveraging team members for collaboration, training, and knowledge sharing.
• Provide sketches, field markups, and as-built documentation to support engineering updates and drawing corrections.
• Deliver start-up, checkout, and commissioning documentation to installation and operations teams.
• Review and verify graphical user interfaces for Building Automation Systems during commissioning.
• Participate in online, classroom, and hands‑on training to continue developing and expanding technical proficiency.
• Troubleshoot electrical, controls, and HVAC issues in the field, ensuring complete and accurate system functionality.

What Qualifications Will Make You Successful

Education

• Completion of a two-year technical program or an associate degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, HVAC Technology, or a related field.

Experience & Technical Skills

• 3+ years of experience in BAS, controls, or related technical fields.
• Solid knowledge of power wiring, including motor starters, contactors, VFDs, and control relays.
• Strong understanding of commercial and light industrial HVAC systems, including:
  • Chilled water and hot water loops
  • Constant and Variable Air Volume (CAV/VAV) systems
  • Air handling units
  • VAV and fan-powered VAV terminals
• 3+ years of experience reading, interpreting, and using wiring schematics, equipment diagrams, and control drawings.
• 3+ years of troubleshooting experience in electrical, controls, and HVAC systems.
• Strong computer proficiency, including the ability to load, set up, and run hardware and software applications.
• Solid networking knowledge, including:
  • IP addressing and IP networking basics
  • BACnet over IP and MS/TP
  • Instance ID structures
• Working knowledge of integration protocols such as BACnet, Echelon, and Modbus.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office and Visio for documentation and reporting.

Soft Skills

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team.
• Strong customer service mindset.
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks and deadlines.
• Eagerness to learn, grow, and help mentor junior technicians.

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