BMS Controls Technician

Actalent; Georgia; On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Actalent is seeking a BMS Controls Technician to service and commission building management systems and EPMS across facilities. The role involves installing control components, wiring low-voltage panels, and ensuring reliable operation with open protocols like BACnet and Modbus.

Responsibilities include startup, commissioning, troubleshooting, and coordinating with subcontractors to deliver projects on time while adhering to safety standards.

Qualifications

• Experience servicing and commissioning BMS/EPMS.
• Ability to read schematics, one-lines and wiring drawings.
• Strong knowledge of open protocols such as BACnet IP/MSTP and Modbus.

Responsibilities

• Service and maintain existing BMS/EPMS for reliable operation.
• Start up and commission complete BMS/EPMS control systems.
• Install building control components and sensors per specs and codes.
• Wire low-voltage control panels safely and accurately.
• Coordinate with installation subcontractors to meet project schedules.
• Perform point-to-point checkout and system verification.

Skills

BMS servicing

Commissioning

Panel wiring

Schematics reading

Niagara BMS

BACnet/Modbus

Troubleshooting

Tools

CAD software

Networking basics

Niagara software

Job description

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: BMS Controls Technician

Job Description

The BMS Controls Technician services and commissions building management systems (BMS) and electrical power management systems (EPMS) for new and existing facilities. This role installs and configures building control components, performs low-voltage panel work, and ensures systems operate reliably and efficiently. The technician collaborates closely with subcontractors and project teams to deliver smart, sustainable facility solutions that improve performance, reduce operating costs, and support energy and carbon reduction goals.

Responsibilities

• Service and maintain existing building management systems (BMS) and electrical power management systems (EPMS) to ensure reliable and efficient operation.
• Start up and commission complete BMS and EPMS control systems, verifying proper functionality and integration.
• Install building control components, including controllers, panels, conduit, sensors, and related hardware, in accordance with project specifications and codes.
• Build and wire low-voltage control panels following standard procedures and safety requirements.
• Work closely with installation subcontractors and coordinate activities to ensure projects are completed on time and in compliance with codes, standards, and contract requirements.
• Perform point-to-point checkout of control systems to confirm correct installation, wiring, and device operation.
• Perform software and hardware calibration to achieve proper equipment and system performance.
• Install and terminate low-voltage control cabling for small projects as needed.
• Lead or support project commissioning activities, including participating in daily meetings and documenting results and issues.
• Review schematics, network topologies, electrical one-lines, device wiring drawings, and control drawings to guide installation and troubleshooting.
• Apply a strong understanding of open protocols such as BACnet IP, BACnet MSTP, Modbus TCP, and Modbus RTU when configuring and integrating devices.
• Terminate and verify wiring to terminal blocks, including RS-232, RS-485, and CAT5/CAT6 cabling.
• Troubleshoot BMS and EPMS issues by diagnosing problems and working toward practical, timely solutions.
• Maintain working knowledge of code requirements for indoor and outdoor electrical infrastructure and apply safe practices when working with higher voltages (120V, 240V, 480V) for controls purposes.
• Use BMS software, including Niagara-based platforms, to configure, program, and adjust control logic and wire sheets.
• Adjust basic networking and PC settings to access, set up, and commission devices on building networks.
• Communicate progress, findings, and issues clearly and regularly to project stakeholders.
• Manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously across different customers and sites.

Essential Skills

• Experience servicing and commissioning building management systems (BMS) and electrical power management systems (EPMS).
• Hands-on experience installing building control components, including controllers, panels, conduit, and sensors.
• Ability to build and wire low-voltage control panels safely and accurately.
• Proficiency performing point-to-point checkout and system verification for BMS and EPMS installations.
• Ability to perform software and hardware calibration for control systems and field devices.
• Experience installing and terminating low-voltage control cabling on projects.
• Strong troubleshooting skills with the ability to understand complex problems and work toward reasonable, effective solutions.
• Ability to read and interpret schematics, including network topologies, electrical one-lines, device wiring drawings, and control drawings.
• Familiarity with CAD and construction drawings sufficient to support installation and commissioning activities.
• Strong understanding of open protocols such as BACnet IP, BACnet MSTP, Modbus TCP, and Modbus RTU.
• Knowledge of terminating wire to terminal blocks, including RS-232, RS-485, and CAT5/CAT6 cabling.
• Understanding of code requirements for indoor and outdoor electrical infrastructure and safe handling of 120V, 240V, and 480V for controls purposes.
• Experience with BMS software, with Niagara-based systems preferred, including familiarity with wire sheet programming and control logic.
• Basic networking skills and the ability to adjust PC settings to access, configure, and commission devices on a network.
• Ability to own tasks from beginning to end while effectively communicating progress and issues.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team in field and