HVAC Controls Technician

Jobot; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobot is seeking an experienced HVAC Controls Technician to install, troubleshoot, and maintain BAS/BMS across customer sites in the Richmond, VA area. This full-time role entails startup, checkout, and ongoing service of HVAC control systems, with a focus on reliability, energy efficiency, and customer satisfaction.

You will work with BACnet networks, read wiring diagrams, and coordinate with project teams to ensure seamless system operation.

Qualifications

• Experience with HVAC controls, DDC, BAS/BMS, commercial HVAC, or building automation
• Strong understanding of HVAC equipment and mechanical systems
• Ability to troubleshoot electrical and low-voltage control systems
• Familiarity with BAS controllers, sensors, actuators, VFDs, and control panels
• Read wiring diagrams and control drawings
• Understanding of BACnet/IP or BACnet MS/TP protocols
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
• Capable of working independently in the field with customers

Responsibilities

• Install, troubleshoot, service, and maintain BAS/BMS
• Startup and checkout HVAC control systems and equipment
• Troubleshoot controllers, sensors, actuators, relays, VFDs, and other control devices
• Diagnose communication and network issues within BAS/DDC systems
• Work with HVAC equipment including AHUs, RTUs, VAVs, chillers, boilers, pumps, and central plant systems
• Perform point-to-point checkout and verify proper system operation
• Assist with controller programming, system configuration, and sequence verification
• Work with BACnet and other building communication protocols
• Support new installations, system upgrades, retrofits, and service projects
• Read and interpret control drawings, wiring diagrams, sequences of operation, and mechanical plans
• Identify system issues and recommend solutions that improve comfort, reliability, and energy efficiency
• Communicate directly with customers and provide clear updates on system issues and repairs
• Coordinate with project managers, engineers, electricians, mechanical contractors, and other trades in the field

Skills

HVAC controls

BAS/BMS

Troubleshooting

BACnet/IP

BACnet MS/TP

Electrical LV

Customer interaction

Driver's license

Tools

Schneider Electric EcoStruxure

Tridium Niagara N4

Johnson Controls FX

BACnet

Modbus

DDC Controls

Job description

Job details

Install, troubleshoot, service, and maintain Building Automation Systems (BAS/BMS)

Salary: $35 - $50 per hour

Position: HVAC Controls Technician

Position: Full-Time

What You'll Do

• Install, troubleshoot, service, and maintain Building Automation Systems (BAS/BMS)
• Perform startup and checkout of HVAC control systems and equipment
• Troubleshoot controllers, sensors, actuators, relays, VFDs, and other control devices
• Diagnose communication and network issues within BAS/DDC systems
• Work with HVAC equipment including AHUs, RTUs, VAVs, chillers, boilers, pumps, and central plant systems
• Perform point-to-point checkout and verify proper system operation
• Assist with controller programming, system configuration, and sequence verification
• Work with BACnet and other building communication protocols
• Support new installations, system upgrades, retrofits, and service projects
• Read and interpret control drawings, wiring diagrams, sequences of operation, and mechanical plans
• Identify system issues and recommend solutions that improve comfort, reliability, and energy efficiency
• Communicate directly with customers and provide clear updates on system issues and repairs
• Coordinate with project managers, engineers, electricians, mechanical contractors, and other trades in the field

What We're Looking For

• Experience with HVAC controls, DDC, BAS/BMS, commercial HVAC, or building automation
• Strong understanding of HVAC equipment and mechanical systems
• Ability to troubleshoot electrical and low-voltage control systems
• Familiarity with BAS controllers, sensors, actuators, VFDs, and control panels
• Experience reading wiring diagrams and control drawings
• Understanding of BACnet/IP, BACnet MS/TP, or similar communication protocols
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
• Comfortable working independently in the field and directly with customers
• Valid driver's license and ability to travel to customer sites within the assigned territory

Experience That Stands Out

• Schneider Electric / EcoStruxure
• Tridium Niagara N4
• Johnson Controls Facility Explorer (FX)
• BACnet
• Modbus
• DDC Controls
• HVAC Controls
• Building Automation
• VFDs
• Chillers
• Boilers
• AHUs
• RTUs
• VAVs

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.

Sometimes Jobot is required to perform background checks with your authorization. Jobot will consider qualified candidates with criminal histories in a manner consistent with any applicable federal, state, or local law regarding criminal backgrounds, including but not limited to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.