Building Automation Systems (BAS) Programmer

Jobot; Worcester (MA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid vacation

Sick leave

Health insurance

Vision and dental insurance

401K plan

Performance bonuses

Job summary

Jobot in Central Massachusetts is seeking a Building Automation Systems (BAS) Programmer to join our growing team. You will develop, configure, and commission BAS for commercial and institutional facilities, delivering energy efficiency and occupant comfort.

Work closely with project managers, engineers, technicians, and customers, programming VAVs, equipment sequences, and interfaces, using BACnet/Modbus/LonWorks. Travel locally may be required; competitive pay and benefits offered.

Qualifications

• Experience programming and commissioning Building Automation Systems (BAS/BMS).
• Strong understanding of HVAC equipment, control sequences, and mechanical systems.
• Knowledge of BACnet, Modbus, TCP/IP networking and building control architectures.
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings, control schematics, and sequence-of-operation documents.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work directly with customers and project teams.

Responsibilities

• Develop and modify control system programming for HVAC and building automation applications.
• Configure controllers, databases, alarms, schedules, trends, and system graphics.
• Create and maintain user-friendly operator interfaces and graphical front ends.
• Integrate HVAC equipment and third-party systems using BACnet, Modbus, and LonWorks.
• Support system startup, commissioning, and functional testing activities.
• Troubleshoot programming, networking, and communication issues remotely and in the field.
• Work closely with project teams to ensure systems operate according to design intent and customer requirements.
• Assist with point-to-point verification, sequence validation, and system optimization.
• Document programming changes, network architecture, and project deliverables.
• Provide technical support and training to customers and end users as needed.

Skills

BAS programming

HVAC systems

Troubleshooting

Communication

Tools

Tridium Niagara

Johnson Controls

Siemens

Schneider Electric

Honeywell

Job description

Salary: $40 - $55 per hour

About us

A systems integrator specializing in building automation

Why join us

• Competitive rates
• 40 hours a week with the opportunity for overtime
• Annual salary reviews with performance bonuses
• Paid vacation and sick leave
• Health-care, life insurance, vision and dental insurance, long-term disability
• 401K plan

Job Details

Building Automation Systems (BAS) Programmer

Location: Central Massachusetts

About the Opportunity: We are seeking a Building Automation Systems (BAS) Programmer to join our growing team in Central Massachusetts. In this role, you'll help deliver intelligent building automation solutions that improve energy efficiency, occupant comfort, and operational performance across commercial and institutional facilities.

You'll work alongside project managers, engineers, technicians, and customers to develop, configure, and commission control systems that bring HVAC and building systems together on a unified platform. This is an opportunity to work on a variety...

What You'll Do

• Develop and modify control system programming for HVAC and building automation applications.
• Configure controllers, databases, alarms, schedules, trends, and system graphics.
• Create and maintain user-friendly operator interfaces and graphical front ends.
• Integrate HVAC equipment and third-party systems using industry-standard protocols such as BACnet, Modbus, and LonWorks.
• Support system startup, commissioning, and functional testing activities.
• Troubleshoot programming, networking, and communication issues both remotely and in the field.
• Work closely with project teams to ensure systems operate according to design intent and customer requirements.
• Assist with point-to-point verification, sequence validation, and system optimization.
• Document programming changes, network architecture, and project deliverables.
• Provide technical support and training to customers and end users as needed.

What We're Looking For

• Experience programming and commissioning Building Automation Systems (BAS/BMS).
• Strong understanding of HVAC equipment, control sequences, and mechanical systems.
• Experience with one or more major BAS platforms such as Tridium Niagara, Schneider Electric, Johnson Controls, Siemens, Distech, Alerton, Honeywell, Automated Logic, or similar systems.
• Knowledge of BACnet, Modbus, TCP/IP networking, and building control architectures.
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings, control schematics, and sequence-of-operation documents.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work directly with customers and project teams.
• Valid driver's license and willingness to travel locally to project sites.

Preferred Qualifications

• Niagara N4 certification or equivalent BAS platform certifications.
• Experience with graphics development and system integration projects.
• Background supporting healthcare, education, commercial office, manufacturing, or industrial facilities.
• Familiarity with energy management strategies, trending, and system analytics.

Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Jobot also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is Jobot’s policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.

Sometimes Jobot is required to perform background checks with your authorization. Jobot will consider qualified candidates with criminal histories in a manner consistent with any applicable federal, state, or local law regarding criminal backgrounds, including but not limited to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.