HVAC Building Automation Tech: Commissioning & Field Service

Pennant Solutions Group; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus available

Employer-sponsored Tridium Niagaracert

Technical training and certification

Job summary

Pennant Solutions Group is seeking a Controls Technician to support installation, programming, commissioning, and service of commercial building automation systems in the Richmond, VA area.

The role combines hands-on field work with technical problem solving to improve building performance, occupant comfort, and energy efficiency using modern automation technologies. Travel to customer sites is required on occasion.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience working with building automation systems, HVAC controls, or commercial mechanical systems.
• Solid understanding of HVAC equipment, control strategies, and direct digital controls (DDC).
• Ability to read control drawings, wiring diagrams, and mechanical plans.
• Experience commissioning and troubleshooting commercial automation systems.
• Strong customer service and communication skills.
• Comfortable working independently in the field with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Install, program, troubleshoot, and commission commercial building automation systems.
• Configure controllers, graphics, alarms, and system sequences based on project requirements.
• Read and interpret mechanical drawings, control schematics, and construction documents.
• Perform system startup, testing, validation, and functional performance verification.
• Assist with programming modifications, electrical terminations, and field commissioning activities.
• Create and maintain project documentation, including as-built drawings and closeout materials.
• Diagnose and resolve control system issues in both new construction and retrofit environments.
• Support multiple projects while effectively managing priorities and deadlines.
• Train end users on system operation and provide ongoing customer support.
• Maintain strong communication with project managers, engineers, subcontractors, and customers throughout the project lifecycle.
• Travel to customer sites as needed, including occasional overnight travel.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Field work

Tools

Tridium Niagara

Niagara AX

Niagara 4

Alerton

Job description

Pennant Solutions Group is seeking a Controls Technician to support installation, programming, commissioning, and service of commercial building automation systems in the Richmond, VA area.

The role combines hands-on field work with technical problem solving to improve building performance, occupant comfort, and energy efficiency using modern automation technologies. Travel to customer sites is required on occasion.