Service Technician - Building Automation

Jobot; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 48,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary based on experience

Company vehicle or vehicle allowance

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid vacation and holidays

Ongoing manufacturer training and dev.

Opportunities to work with cutting‑age

Job summary

Jobot is seeking an experienced Building Automation Service Technician to join our Chicago-area team. You will service, troubleshoot, and optimize challenging BAS/BMS installations for a diverse portfolio including commercial, healthcare, higher education, and life sciences facilities.

You will work with leading BAS platforms, perform programming and commissioning tasks, and collaborate with owners and facility staff to drive energy efficiency and occupant comfort.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of commercial Building Automation or HVAC Controls experience.
• Strong troubleshooting and service experience with DDC control systems.
• Experience with Tridium Niagara (N4) is highly preferred.
• Experience with Siemens, Distech, Alerton or Delta Controls BAS platforms is preferred.
• Experience programming, commissioning, and servicing HVAC control systems.
• Knowledge of BACnet and other open communication protocols.
• Ability to troubleshoot controllers, sensors, actuators, VFDs, and networked control systems.
• Strong customer service and communication skills.
• Valid driver's license and ability to travel locally throughout the Chicago area.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, diagnose, repair, and maintain commercial BAS/BMS.
• Perform controller programming, software modifications, graphics updates, database changes, and point-to-point verification.
• Commission new installations and support retrofit and system expansion projects.
• Respond to customer service calls, identify root causes, and provide long-term solutions.
• Optimize HVAC control sequences to improve system performance and energy efficiency.
• Work with building owners, facility managers, and maintenance personnel to resolve system issues and provide technical support.
• Read and interpret control drawings, wiring diagrams, sequences of operation, and mechanical plans.
• Document service activities, recommend system improvements, and communicate project updates.
• Coordinate with engineering and project teams on larger automation projects.

Skills

BAS experience

DDC systems

Tridium Niagara N4

BAS platforms knowledge

Programming & commissioning

BACnet knowledge

Electrical/controls troubleshooting

Customer service

Driver's license & travel

Job description

A leading technology solutions integration company specializing in security and HVAC solutions

Job Title

Building Automation Service Technician

Location

Chicago, IL Area

Salary

Salary: $35 - $55 per hour

Summary

We're looking for an experienced Building Automation Service Technician to join a growing systems integration company serving customers throughout the greater Chicago area. This position is ideal for someone who enjoys solving technical problems, building long-term customer relationships, and working with some of the industry's leading building automation platforms.

You will support a diverse portfolio of commercial, healthcare, higher education, life sciences, industrial, and mission critical facilities by servicing, troubleshooting, and optimizing sophisticated building automation systems that improve occupant comfort, energy efficiency, and overall building performance.

What You'll Do

• Troubleshoot, diagnose, repair, and maintain commercial Building Automation Systems (BAS/BMS).
• Perform controller programming, software modifications, graphics updates, database changes, and point-to-point verification.
• Commission new installations and support retrofit and system expansion projects.
• Respond to customer service calls, identify root causes, and provide effective long-term solutions.
• Optimize HVAC control sequences to improve system performance and energy efficiency.
• Work with building owners, facility managers, and maintenance personnel to resolve system issues and provide technical support.
• Read and interpret control drawings, wiring diagrams, sequences of operation, and mechanical plans.
• Document service activities, recommend system improvements, and communicate project updates.
• Coordinate with engineering and project teams on larger automation projects.

What We're Looking For

• 3+ years of commercial Building Automation or HVAC Controls experience.
• Strong troubleshooting and service experience with DDC control systems.
• Hands-on experience with Tridium Niagara (N4) is highly preferred.
• Experience with one or more of the following BAS platforms is preferred: Siemens, Distech Controls , Alerton or Delta Controls
• Experience programming, commissioning, and servicing HVAC control systems.
• Knowledge of BACnet and other open communication protocols.
• Ability to troubleshoot controllers, sensors, actuators, VFDs, and networked control systems.
• Strong customer service and communication skills.
• Valid driver's license and the ability to travel locally throughout the Chicago area

Benefits

• Competitive salary based on experience.
• Company vehicle or vehicle allowance.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Paid vacation and holidays.
• Ongoing manufacturer training and professional development.
• Opportunities to work with cutting-edge building automation technologies on complex commercial facilities.
• A collaborative, employee-focused culture that values technical expertise, innovation, and long-term career growth.

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.

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.