Senior Controls Installation Technician

Facility Engineering Services; Maryland; On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Facility Engineering Services is seeking a Senior Controls Installation Technician to lead field installation of Building Automation Systems on various projects in the Baltimore/Washington area. You will mentor junior technicians, coordinate with engineering, and ensure work complies with project specs, codes, and safety standards.

The role may involve day or night shifts, outdoor environments, and direct supervision of installation teams and subcontractors on active construction sites.

Qualifications

• Experience leading installation teams on BAS projects.
• Strong ability to mentor junior technicians and ensure safety and quality on site.
• Proficient in reading project specifications and coordinating with engineering.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership to installation teams and subcontractors in the field.
• Collaborate with Engineering on control design and installation feasibility.
• Lead installation and execution of BAS projects from start to finish.
• Install and route conduit, cable, and control wiring per standards and codes.
• Mount and terminate controllers, sensors, actuators, and other field devices.
• Troubleshoot and verify field wiring and device functionality using test instruments.
• Escalate field issues or customer concerns for timely resolution.
• Maintain a safe, organized, and efficient work environment on sites.
• Mentor and train junior technicians and support their growth.
• Work day or night shifts as required and on outdoor/open construction areas.

Skills

Leadership

Field installation

Troubleshooting

Safety

Tools

Test instruments

Electrical wiring

Job description

Job Description

About the Role

FES is seeking a Senior Controls Installation Technician with advanced field installation experience in Building Automation Systems (BAS). This position requires strong technical ability, leadership on active construction sites, and a commitment to quality workmanship and safety.

As a senior member of the team, you’ll oversee field installation, mentor junior technicians, and ensure that projects are delivered efficiently, safely, and in alignment with engineering and project specifications.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and direction to FES installation teams and subcontractors in the field.
• Collaborate with the Engineering Department, providing feedback on control design and installation feasibility.
• Participate in the project preplanning and coordination process, ensuring alignment with other trades.
• Lead the installation and execution of assigned BAS projects from start to finish.
• Install and route conduit, cable, and control wiring in accordance with industry standards and local codes.
• Mount and terminate controllers, sensors, actuators, and other field devices.
• Troubleshoot and verify field wiring, terminations, and device functionality using test instruments.
• Identify and escalation field issues or customer concerns to ensure timely resolution.
• Maintain a safe, organized, and efficient work environment on all job sites.
• Mentor and train junior-level technicians, supporting their growth and technical development.
• Work day or night shifts as required by project schedules, including some exposure to outdoor environments and open construction areas.

Company Description

Facility Engineering Services is a growing company with business interests in HVAC mechanical service, automatic temperature controls installation, and DDC service. We are a market leader in the Baltimore/Washington metropolitan area and have involvement in projects worldwide.