BAS Technician – Onsite Building Automation & Energy Optimizer

Commonwealth of VA Careers; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 84,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Tuition benefits

Retirement plan

Job summary

VCU Facilities Management is seeking a BAS Technician to maintain and optimize building automation systems across campus facilities. You will monitor, diagnose, program, and test BAS components alongside engineers and vendors.

The role focuses on safe, efficient operation of HVAC and building systems, with on-site work, an on-call rotation, and a 40-hour week. Salary range $70,000-$83,500 with full benefits.

Qualifications

• Experience with Building Automation Systems and commercial HVAC controls.
• Ability to diagnose and resolve controls and automation issues.
• Experience interpreting wiring diagrams and control sequences.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and maintain campus-wide BAS for optimal performance and occupant comfort.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot BAS, HVAC, electrical, and mechanical issues.
• Perform BAS programming, graphics development, testing, and commissioning.

Skills

Building Automation Systems

HVAC controls

Diagnostics

Wiring diagrams

Independent work

Tools

Johnson Controls (JCI)

Siemens

Tridium/Niagara

CMMS

Job description

VCU Facilities Management is seeking a BAS Technician to maintain and optimize building automation systems across campus facilities. You will monitor, diagnose, program, and test BAS components alongside engineers and vendors.

The role focuses on safe, efficient operation of HVAC and building systems, with on-site work, an on-call rotation, and a 40-hour week. Salary range $70,000-$83,500 with full benefits.