Entry-Level Controls Technician: Critical Environment Systems

Envelop Group; Kalamazoo (MI); On-site; USD 36,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Envelop Group, through its Quality Air Service (QAS) division, seeks an entry-level Controls Technician to learn testing, programming, commissioning, and servicing HVAC control systems in commercial and industrial environments.

The role emphasizes basic HVAC knowledge, strong technical skills, and exceptional customer service, with frequent local travel across Eastern Michigan to support critical environments.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; technical HVAC degree preferred.
• 1+ years experience installing or servicing HVAC/electronic controls is a plus.
• Basic understanding of HVAC systems, airflow, temperature controls, and equipment operation.

Responsibilities

• Perform start-up, commissioning, and troubleshooting of critical environment airflow control systems and HVAC equipment.
• Support commissioning for labs, healthcare facilities, clean rooms, and pharma environments.
• Read and interpret drawings, specifications, sequences of operation, and performance data.
• Wire, terminations, device verification, and functional testing using commissioning tools and software.
• Maintain project documentation including installation records and commissioning reports.
• Attend site meetings and owner training, assist with final commissioning activities.
• Prioritize safety and accountability of assets; adhere to company standards.

Skills

HVAC knowledge

Reading drawings

Troubleshooting

Customer service

Team communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Technical HVAC degree (preferred)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Envelop Group, through its Quality Air Service (QAS) division, seeks an entry-level Controls Technician to learn testing, programming, commissioning, and servicing HVAC control systems in commercial and industrial environments.

The role emphasizes basic HVAC knowledge, strong technical skills, and exceptional customer service, with frequent local travel across Eastern Michigan to support critical environments.