Contributing BAS Controls Technician

Super Fab Lab @ UNC Charlotte; Campus (IL); On-site; USD 62,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

UNC Charlotte is seeking a Contributing BAS Controls Technician to support the operation and maintenance of the campus Building Automation System, focusing on VAV and FCU terminal units and related HVAC control devices.

The role requires three years of HVAC experience and an Associate’s degree in HVAC or related field, with OSHA 10 be favored. The position is full-time at the campus location with standard work hours.

Qualifications

• Three years of experience in commercial/industrial HVAC.
• Two-year Associate’s degree preferred.
• Experience with HVAC control sequences and field troubleshooting is required.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain campus BAS with focus on VAV & FCU terminals and HVAC control devices.
• Test, diagnose, repair, and calibrate valves, dampers, actuators, and airflow measurement stations.
• Diagnose low-voltage electrical and controls issues using meters and testing equipment.
• Document service activities and communicate with customers via work orders and reports.
• Interpret system operation data to identify faults and implement corrective actions.

Skills

HVAC controls troubleshooting

BAS knowledge

VAV & FCU operations

Documentation with Office apps

Education

Associate’s degree in HVAC or related field

Tools

VAV systems

BAS controllers

Job description

General Information

Position Number 009704 Vacancy Open to All Candidates Working Title Contributing BAS Controls Technician Position Designation EHRA Non-Faculty Employment Type Permanent - Full-time Months per Year 12 Work Schedule Monday – Friday 7:30 am – 4:30 pm Hours per week 40 FLSA Status Exempt Division Business Affairs Department Facilities Management (Adm) Work Location Campus Salary Range $62,115 - $70,000

Primary Purpose of Department

To provide sustainable, resilient, and innovative infrastructure systems to create an environment where UNC Charlotte can thrive as a top-tier research university.

Primary Purpose of Position

This entry-level position provides foundational technical support for the operation and maintenance of the campus Building Automation System (BAS), with a primary focus on Variable Air Volume (VAV) & Fan Coil Unit (FCU) terminal units and associated HVAC control devices.

Summary Of Position Responsibilities

• Perform work in a variety of environmental conditions, including hot and cold temperatures, mechanical rooms, and around large commercial HVAC equipment.
• Safely access and work above ceilings using ladders while performing preventive maintenance, service, diagnostics, and repairs.
• Test, troubleshoot, repair, and calibrate VAV boxes, damper actuators, valve actuators, and airflow measurement stations.
• Apply a working knowledge of HVAC control sequences of operation, mechanical and electrical principles, and air and hydronic water systems.
• Diagnose and resolve low-voltage electrical and controls issues using meters and other testing equipment.
• Interpret system operation and equipment performance to identify faults and implement corrective actions.
• Use Google Business and/or Microsoft Office applications (Outlook, Word, Excel) and a work order management system to document service activities, complete work orders, prepare reports, and communicate effectively with customers and team members.

Minimum Education/Experience

Three Years of experience in the Commercial/Industrial HVAC industry.

Preferred Education, Knowledge, Skills And Experience

• Two-year Associate’s degree .
• Computer skills; experience with VAV systems.

Necessary Certifications/Licenses

N/A

Preferred Certifications/Licenses

• OSHA 10-Hour Safety Certification
• Tridium Niagara Fundamentals Training
• Manufacturer BAS training (Johnson Controls, Siemens, Honeywell, Schneider Electric, Automated Logic, etc.)

Special Notes to Applicants

• The finalist will be subject to a Criminal Background Check and/or a Motor Vehicle Report
• The Search Committee will not contact references without first verifying permission with the finalist.
• Please ensure your resume reflects the knowledge, skills, abilities, and experiences to support your answers to the supplemental questions.
• UNC Charlotte Benefits Information: https://hr.charlotte.edu/benefits/benefits-overview/

Posting Open Date 09/18/2026

Posting Close Date 10/01/2026

Open Until Filled

No Proposed Hire Date 10/15/2026

If time-limited please indicate appointment end date

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