Building Automation Controls Technician: Design, Install & Optimize

Doswell Operating Group; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 67,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K with company match

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Apprenticeship training opportunities

Paid time off

Job summary

EMC Mechanical Services is seeking a Building Automation Controls Technician to design, install, program, and commission BAS for commercial and industrial buildings in the Richmond area. The role requires 3+ years of BAS experience, strong BACnet/Modbus knowledge, and proficiency with Niagara, Tridium, Johnson Controls, Honeywell, and ASI platforms.

You will diagnose issues and perform preventive maintenance while collaborating with clients and project teams.

Qualifications

• Post-high school vocational training or Associate's degree required.
• 3+ years designing, installing, and maintaining BAS control systems.
• Strong knowledge of BAS protocols (BACnet, Modbus).
• Proficiency in programming/troubleshooting BAS controllers (Niagara, Tridium, JCI, Honeywell, ASI).
• Familiarity with energy management and green building practices.
• Excellent written and verbal communication in English.

Responsibilities

• Design, install, program, and commission BAS, including HVAC, lighting, access control, and energy management.
• Diagnose systems, troubleshoot, and resolve BAS issues with sensors, actuators, and networking.
• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on BAS equipment.
• Collaborate with clients and project managers to complete BAS projects on time and within budget.
• Provide training and technical support to HVAC technicians and end-users.
• Stay updated on industry trends and best practices in BAS.

Skills

BACnet

Modbus

Programming

Troubleshooting

Communication

Fluent English

Education

Associate's degree or related post-high school training

Tools

Niagara

Tridium

Johnson Controls

Honeywell

ASI

Job description

EMC Mechanical Services is seeking a Building Automation Controls Technician to design, install, program, and commission BAS for commercial and industrial buildings in the Richmond area. The role requires 3+ years of BAS experience, strong BACnet/Modbus knowledge, and proficiency with Niagara, Tridium, Johnson Controls, Honeywell, and ASI platforms.

You will diagnose issues and perform preventive maintenance while collaborating with clients and project teams.