Building Automation Systems Field Technician III – Ashburn, VA

SmartTech Contracting LLC; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 79,000 - 96,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plans

Dental and vision plans

PTO and paid time off

Life insurance coverage

Disability coverage

Tuition reimbursement and licensing

Parental leave

Job summary

Smart Tech Contracting LLC is seeking a Building Automation Systems Field Technician III to install BAS/HVAC controls, coordinate with contractors, and support startup, commissioning, and closeout activities across data center projects. This role emphasizes teamwork, on-site execution, and adherence to safety standards in a demanding industrial environment.

Ideal candidates will have an associate degree or technical certificate in BAS or related fields, plus hands-on experience with controls

Qualifications

• Associates degree or technical certificate in BAS, Mechanical/Electrical tech, or related field.

Responsibilities

• Install BAS/HVAC controls systems and coordinate with subs/vendors.
• Support startup, commissioning, testing, and closeout of BAS projects.
• Document progress, QA/QC, and field changes; provide updates to project team.
• Assist engineering surveys for retrofit projects and provide field data for estimates.
• Ensure on-time, on-budget completion of assigned tasks.

Skills

HVAC knowledge

Electrical systems

Controls wiring

Organizational skills

MS Office

Communication skills

Education

Associate degree or Technical Certificate in Building Automation Systems or related field

Tools

BAS software tools

Job description

Building Automation Systems Field Technician III – Ashburn, VA

Smart Tech Contracting LLC Washington, District of Columbia, United States

About this position

Smart Tech Contracting delivers turnkey BAS & EPMS solutions for mission-critical colocation and hyperscale data centers operating at national program scale. As a Master Systems Integrator (MSI), we unify controls construction (DDC, PLC, SCADA) with software engineering, optimized graphics / UI standards, and program-level governance.

Complex integrations are delivered cleanly, consistently, and fast. Our teams thrive in high-stakes environments where quality control and uptime matters, schedules are compressed, and coordination is everything.

Join us and be part of a team where your voice matters, your work makes an impact, and your growth is a shared priority.

Position Title: Building Automation Systems Field Technician III

Position Location: Must live in IAD region (Virginia / Washington D.C. area)

JOB SUMMARY

The Building Automation Systems Field Technician III will install building automation systems, work with other installers, support programmers, and take on increased responsibility for assigned field tasks, issue resolution, and project communication. This person will provide technical support to execute project start up, installation and testing, commissioning and closeout of building automation systems software integration projects in industrial, commercial and mission critical / technology sectors.

The Building Automation Systems Field Technician III will work with design engineers, construction contractors, equipment vendors and client staff to support proper operation and acceptance of the automation and software solutions.

The Building Automation Systems Field Technician III will receive general instructions on routine work and detailed instructions on new projects, tasks or assignments. This person may work independently, consistently exercising discretion and independent judgment on individual work, or may work under immediate supervision. This person may serve as lead on routine projects, tasks or assignments of limited scope.

This person will communicate and operate in line with organizational goals and values, as well as departmental objectives.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Installation and Installation Coordination of BAS / HVAC Controls Systems (35%)

Install and wire BAS controllers and field devicesInstall and terminate low voltage cablesSupport start-up and cutovers of panels and systemsCoordinate assigned activities with subcontractors, vendors and construction trades as needed, under the direction of project leadership. Construction trades generally include various electrical, mechanical and equipment suppliers.Organize assigned job site areas including material logistics / inventory, tools storage and securityProvide technical information and safety guidance for routine activities on siteParticipate in daily and weekly meetings and provide updates on assigned installation activitiesSupport the development and execution of additional services through change ordersDevelop or assist in developing Methods of Procedure (MOPs) for site activitiesProvide input to project team on field conditions, installation progress and potential RFIs

Startup, Commissioning and Closeout of BAS / HVAC Controls Systems (45%)

Support pre-functional and functional testingExecute troubleshooting of BAS systems including corrective actions for routine and moderately complex issuesParticipate in commissioning efforts with external stakeholdersAnalyze system operation, work with project team to demonstrate system operation and verify consistency with the contracted scope of workPerform QA / QC of BAS and integrated systems using BAS software toolsSupport installation inspections and other closeout duties to ensure customer acceptanceProvide markups for shop drawings to document as built conditionsReview basic system trends, alarms and point data to support troubleshooting and closeoutIdentify routine field issues, document corrective actions, and track assigned items through completion

Reporting and Communication (15%)

Support project communication and reporting including daily site updates, daily site safety reporting and progress reportsDocument and track issues and out of scope effortsCommunicate regularly with project managers, field teams, subcontractors and commissioning agents on assigned work, open items and routine project progressEscalate project risks, blockers or technical issues to project leadership when neededMaintain clear documentation of assigned tasks, completed work and open items

Engineering Support and Business Development (5%)

Assist project teams with field information for estimating and takeoffs for proposalsAttend project bid walks as neededAttend engineering surveys for retrofit projects as neededSupport BAS audits and related reports and communication as assigned

Completion of Assigned Tasks and Deliverables on Time and on Budget

Performs Other Related Duties as Assigned

POSITION REQUIREMENTS (INTERMEDIATE LEVEL FOR ALL THE FOLLOWING)

Knowledge of HVAC, mechanical and electrical systems and materialsKnowledge of controls wiring, relay logic and associated materialsSkilled at using MS Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, Teams), along with exceptional organizational skills for file managementSkilled in completing assignments accurately and with attention to detailAbility to leverage AI and emerging technologies to streamline workflows, optimize operational processes, and contribute to company-wide innovationAbility to work successfully in a remote environment thru effective communication and organizational skills, self-motivation, proactiveness and resourcefulness in a distraction free workspaceAbility to interpret AE construction drawings, BAS shop drawings, manufacturers wiring diagrams, standards documentation, submittals and product data sheetsAbility to follow company and site safety requirementsAbility to analyze and prepare documents, reports and correspondenceAbility to communicate effectively in both oral and written form, including technical and non-technical informationAbility to communicate effectively directly with clients and at times serve as primary point of client contactAbility to work under pressure and meet close deadlinesAbility to provide direction to others on assigned tasks or routine work of limited scope, without full responsibility for running the projectAbility to achieve certification for NFPA70E and / or OSHA training as requiredAbility to maintain jobsite and keep it organizedOrganizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The following physical demands must be met by the employee to successfully perform the essential functions of

this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential

functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is Frequently manipulating, moving or grasping small parts, devices or toolsFrequently required to remain in a stationary positionFrequently moving through office, critical facility and other environments (such as low temperatures, high temperatures and outdoor elements such as precipitation and wind), including tight and confined spacesFrequently descending / ascending stairs and ladders to access equipmentAbility to operate a lift and obtain/provide a lift certification On occasion the employee may be required to position self under or over equipmentOn occasion the employee may move equipment weighing up to 50 pounds

TRAVEL / RELOCATION REQUIREMENTS

Primarily supports local and regional project needs, with most travel occurring within the employee’s home market or surrounding area. Must be based within a reasonable commuting distance of the assigned work region and able to travel locally as business needs require. Occasional overnight travel may be required depending on project demands, client needs, or business priorities. Effective May 7, 2025, and in accordance with U.S. federal regulations for domestic air travel, a valid REAL ID (or an acceptable alternative, such as a passport) is required for travel associated with this position. Travel may involve transportation by car or plane depending on destination and business need. Travel is defined as physically leaving home on behalf of business activities, including but not limited to client sites, meetings with employees, business development meetings, errands on behalf of the business, and industry conferences.

EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

Associates degree or Technical Certificate in Building Automation Systems, Mechanical/Electrical Technology, or a closely related field

OR

Two years of experience with hands-on installation, testing, validation and troubleshooting of controls infrastructure

PLUS

Minimum of two years of additional experience with installation, hands-on testing, validation and troubleshooting of controls infrastructure

Benefits

Smart Tech Contracting offers a very competitive benefits package; highlights include

• Choice of comprehensive medical plans (including two PPO-style plans and a HDHP w/ HSA option)
• Dental and vision plans
• Comprehensive medical, dental and vision benefits extended to spouse / domestic partner and dependent children up to age 26401k with company match and self-directed brokerage account option
• PTO including additional paid time off during the last week of the year
• Company paid life insurance coverage for employees and their eligible dependents
• Short and long-term disability, AD&D coverage
• Professional development opportunities, tuition reimbursement and professional licensing assistance
• Paid parental leave after one year of employment

CO, CA, IL, NY, WA, and Washington DC residents only: In accordance with CO, CA, IL, NY, WA, and Washington DC law, the range provided is STC's reasonable estimate of the base compensation for this role. The actual amount may differ based on non-discriminatory factors such as experience, knowledge, skills, abilities, and location.

Smart Tech Contracting is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and participates in the E-Verify program with the Department of Homeland Security. We encourage diversity in our workforce.

The pay range for this role is:78,750 - 95,812.50 USD per year(Remote)