Field Service Technician – HVAC / Building Automation

Jobot; Fairfield (CT); On-site; USD 48,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle

Medical benefits

401(k) program

Paid vacation and holidays

Overtime opportunities

Job summary

Jobot is seeking a Field Service Technician to support mission critical and highly regulated environments throughout the NYC Metro area and surrounding regions. You will startup, commission, calibrate, and service laboratory airflow controls and fume hood systems, traveling by vehicle or public transport as required.

This role offers hands-on troubleshooting of BAS/DDC and low voltage HVAC controls, startup and commissioning of control systems, and collaboration with project teams.

Qualifications

• Experience with BAS/DDC or low voltage HVAC controls.
• Able to read wiring diagrams and control drawings.
• Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills.
• Comfortable using electrical testing equipment and hand tools.
• HVAC knowledge including AHUs, exhaust systems, and airflow control applications.

Responsibilities

• Perform startup, commissioning, and field service of HVAC control systems and airflow equipment.
• Troubleshoot low voltage electrical controls, DDC systems, sensors, and field devices.
• Support maintenance, calibration, and certification of laboratory airflow and fume hood control systems.
• Read and interpret mechanical drawings, wiring diagrams, and control schematics.
• Assist with programming logic and sequence of operations for control systems.
• Generate service documentation, field reports, and project updates.
• Work closely with project managers, contractors, facility teams, and end users.
• Provide excellent customer support on job sites.
• Travel to customer sites throughout the region as needed.

Skills

BAS / DDC experience

Troubleshooting

Diagrams reading

Windows

Excel

Field service

Education

High school diploma

Technical degree or trade training preferred

Tools

Visio

AutoCAD

Job description

A bit about us

A specialized HVAC manufacturer’s representative and technical services firm focused on critical environment airflow and building automation solutions for laboratories, hospitals, industrial facilities, and institutional buildings.

Why join us

• Competitive compensation package
• Company vehicle provided
• Medical benefits
• 401(k) program
• Paid vacation and holidays
• Overtime opportunities available

Job Details

About the Role: A growing HVAC and specialty controls organization is seeking a Field Service Technician to support mission critical and highly regulated environments throughout the NYC Metro area and surrounding regions.

This role is ideal for someone who enjoys hands‑on technical work, troubleshooting control systems, and supporting advanced HVAC airflow and building automation applications in the field. The position focuses heavily on startup, commissioning, calibration, maintenance, and service of laboratory airflow controls, fume hood systems, and related DDC/BAS technologies.

Candidates can be based anywhere within reasonable commuting distance to NYC including Long Island, Westchester County, Rockland County, Fairfield County, or nearby surrounding areas. A company vehicle is provided, and technicians may travel to sites by vehicle or public transportation depending on project location and personal preference.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Perform startup, commissioning, and field service of HVAC control systems and airflow equipment
• Troubleshoot low voltage electrical controls, DDC systems, sensors, and field devices
• Support maintenance, calibration, and certification of laboratory airflow and fume hood control systems
• Read and interpret mechanical drawings, wiring diagrams, and control schematics
• Assist with programming logic and sequence of operations for control systems
• Generate service documentation, field reports, and project updates
• Work closely with project managers, contractors, facility teams, and end users
• Provide excellent customer support while representing the company professionally on job sites
• Travel to customer sites throughout the region as needed

What We’re Looking For

• Experience working with Building Automation Systems (BAS/DDC) or low voltage HVAC controls
• Ability to read point‑to‑point wiring diagrams and control drawings
• Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills
• Comfortable using electrical testing equipment and hand tools
• Understanding of HVAC systems including AHUs, exhaust systems, and airflow applications
• Computer proficiency with Microsoft Windows and Excel
• Experience with Visio and AutoCAD is a plus
• Ability to manage priorities and meet project deadlines in a fast‑paced field environment
• Team‑oriented mindset with strong communication skills

Background

• High school diploma required; technical degree or trade school training preferred
• Previous experience within HVAC controls, laboratory controls, or building automation environments preferred
• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record required

Salary

$35 - $50 per hour

Location

NYC Metro area and surrounding regions (Long Island, Westchester County, Rockland County, Fairfield County)

Equal Opportunity Statement

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.

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