Building Controls Technician - Travel Team

The Building People; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical & Rx

Dental

Vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance/AD&D

Long Term Disability

Paid Time Off

Holiday Pay

Job summary

The Building People, LLC is seeking a Building Controls Technician - Travel Team to support building controls projects across customer sites. This junior role performs existing conditions site visits, documents field conditions, and assists with installation, startup, programming, and verification of Tridium-based building automation systems.

Under the direction of senior technicians and engineers, you will travel regularly, coordinate with customers, and contribute to field documentation and

Qualifications

• 1 to 3 years of experience in building automation, HVAC controls, or related technical field.
• High school diploma or equivalent required; technical coursework preferred.
• Experience performing field work, site surveys, or service documentation preferred.
• Exposure to Tridium/Niagara, BAS platforms, DDC controls, or BACnet/Modbus is preferred but not required.
• Valid driver's license and ability to travel.

Responsibilities

• Travel to customer sites to perform existing conditions assessments of building controls infrastructure.
• Document field conditions with notes, photographs, inventories, and site reports.
• Assist with installation, startup, checkout, and commissioning of Tridium/Niagara BAS.
• Support graphics, schedules, alarms, trends, and point mapping under supervision.
• Coordinate with senior personnel and customers to support field work and project schedules.
• Maintain accurate project documentation and closeout records.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

MS Office

Building automation basics

Tridium/Niagara basics

Electrical knowledge

Travel readiness

Documentation skills

Education

High school diploma

Technical coursework

Associate degree preferred

Tools

Tridium/Niagara

BACnet & Modbus

IP networking

Job description

The Building People, LLC, has a position open for a full-time Building Controls Technician - Travel Team to support building controls projects across customer sites. This junior-level role performs existing conditions site visits related to building controls infrastructure, documents field conditions, and assists with installation, startup, programming, and verification of Tridium-based building automation systems. The position works under the direction of senior technicians, engineers, and project leads while supporting travel-based project delivery, field documentation, and customer coordination.

Responsibilities/Duties

• Travel to customer sites to perform existing conditions assessments of building controls infrastructure, including panels, controllers, field devices, networks, communication trunks, sensors, actuators, and related equipment.
• Document existing conditions through field notes, photographs, device inventories, point lists, network observations, controller information, and site assessment reports.
• Assist with installation, startup, checkout, and commissioning support for Tridium/Niagara-based building automation and control systems.
• Support basic programming, graphics, schedules, alarms, trends, histories, and point mapping under the guidance of senior controls personnel.
• Perform point-to-point verification, functional testing support, controller checkout, and equipment communication checks during project delivery.
• Assist with troubleshooting building controls hardware, wiring, network connectivity, device communication, and application issues in the field.
• Coordinate with senior technicians, engineers, project managers, subcontractors, facility staff, and customers to support field work and project schedules.
• Maintain accurate project documentation, including redlines, as-built notes, site visit findings, issue logs, service notes, and closeout documentation.
• Follow company and customer safety, cybersecurity, access, and site-specific procedures while working in active facilities.
• Participate in hands-on training to build skills in DDC controls, Tridium/Niagara platforms, smart building systems, and field service best practices.

*This position requires regular travel to customer sites to perform field assessments, documentation, installation support, and controls system startup activities.

Required Skills

• Good verbal and written communication skills for field notes, customer interaction, and project coordination.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and able to organize photographs, notes, equipment information, and site documentation.
• Basic understanding of building automation systems, DDC controls, HVAC equipment, field devices, and smart building infrastructure.
• Ability to learn and support Tridium/Niagara-based control systems, including basic navigation, point review, graphics, schedules, alarms, and trends.
• Ability to follow technical direction, work from checklists, and elevate issues appropriately to senior technicians or engineers.
• Basic troubleshooting skills related to controls wiring, devices, network communication, controllers, and workstation connectivity.
• Detail-oriented approach to documenting existing conditions, deficiencies, equipment information, and project changes.
• Willingness and ability to travel regularly to customer sites, including overnight travel as project needs require.

Required Experience/Education

• 1 to 3 years of experience in building automation, HVAC controls, electrical, mechanical, low-voltage, field service, facilities, or a related technical field preferred.
• High school diploma or equivalent required; technical school, associate degree, apprenticeship, military technical training, or related coursework preferred.
• Experience performing field work, site surveys, equipment documentation, installation support, startup support, or service documentation preferred.
• Exposure to Tridium/Niagara, BAS platforms, DDC controls, BACnet, Modbus, IP networking, or related building systems preferred but not required.
• Valid driver's license and ability to meet company travel requirements.

Preferred Skills/Experience

• Hands-on experience with Tridium/Niagara N4, Niagara AX, or other BAS platforms.
• Experience supporting controls installation, panel work, device checkout, network troubleshooting, graphics, or basic programming.
• Familiarity with Johnson Controls, Siemens, Schneider Electric, Honeywell, Distech, Automated Logic, or similar BAS platforms.
• Interest in pursuing Niagara certification, controls training, cybersecurity awareness, or other building technology credentials.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to travel regularly, work at customer sites, and support project schedules that may include early mornings, evenings, or overnight stays.
• Ability to walk buildings, access mechanical/electrical rooms, climb ladders as permitted, inspect panels and equipment, and work around typical facility environments.
• Ability to use a computer, mobile device, camera, basic hand tools, meters, ladders, and personal protective equipment as required for field documentation and installation support.
• Ability to participate in scheduled after-hours work when required for project cutovers, startup, or customer access windows.

*Salary offered will be commensurate with the candidate's experience, qualifications, and certifications.

*Our positions may require a background screening and clearance directly from the Government.

*Please note that telework arrangements are subject to change based on customer requirements.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Competitive benefits for eligible employees include:

• Medical & Rx
• Dental
• Vision
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Life Insurance/AD&D
• Long Term Disability and Short-Term Disability
• Paid Time Off
• Holiday Pay

All positions require a background check after acceptance of our offer. The selected candidate will be eligible to begin employment before the background check has been finalized. However, continued employment will be contingent upon the results of your reference/background check from The Building People, LLC. Your position may require special credentialing, clearance, and access as a condition of employment. In the event the government or client does not sponsor or approve your clearance, it may result in termination of your employment.

If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us by email at [e-mail] and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Requests for accommodation will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this e-mail address.

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