Sr. Controls Specialist

ControlsJobs; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 105,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company Vehicle

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

HSA

Wellness Programs

EAP

Onsite fitness center

Relocation support for qualified hires

401(k) 40% employer match, immediately

PTO 18 days + 9 paid holidays

Job summary

ControlsJobs is seeking a Senior Controls Specialist in Seattle, WA, to lead BAS programming, diagnostics, commissioning, and hands-on troubleshooting. The role offers a Company Vehicle and comprehensive benefits, with growth across commercial, healthcare, and high-rise projects.

The ideal candidate will diagnose and service modern BAS systems, verify point-to-point connections, and communicate clearly with clients and internal teams. Prior Siemens/Honeywell/Tridium experience is a plus.

Qualifications

• Experienced in diagnosing, servicing, and maintaining modern BAS systems.
• Proficient with commissioning procedures and point-to-point verification.
• Hands-on familiarity with Siemens, Honeywell, or Tridium systems preferred.
• Clear, confident communicator with customers and internal teams.

Responsibilities

• Develop, program, and optimize BAS software for projects and service clients.
• Support installation crews with equipment startup and system terminations.
• Perform field diagnostics and troubleshooting on both new and legacy controls platforms.
• Commission systems and complete point-to-point functional testing.
• Provide technical expertise to ensure high-quality project outcomes and customer satisfaction.

Skills

BAS systems

Diagnostics

Commissioning

Point-to-point verification

Electrical knowledge

Customer communication

Tools

Siemens BAS

Honeywell BAS

Tridium

Job description

Senior Controls Specialist – Seattle, WA – $105,000–$120,000 + Bonus + Company Vehicle

About the Opportunity:

This company is a leading mechanical contractor in the Pacific Northwest, is seeking a highly skilled Senior Controls Specialist to join their Seattle team. This role focuses on Building Automation Systems (BAS) through programming, diagnostics, commissioning, and hands-on troubleshooting. With a 1,500+ employee workforce and a long-standing reputation for excellence, this opportunity offers strong career growth, industry stability, and top-tier benefits.

• Title: Senior Controls Specialist
• Location: Seattle, WA
• Status: Full-Time
• Company Vehicle: Provided

Ideal Candidate:

• Experienced in diagnosing, servicing, and maintaining modern BAS systems
• Proficient with commissioning procedures and point-to-point verification
• Hands-on familiarity with Siemens, Honeywell, or Tridium systems preferred
• Clear, confident communicator with customers and internal teams
• Working knowledge of basic electrical systems

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop, program, and optimize BAS software for projects and service clients
• Support installation crews with equipment startup and system terminations
• Perform field diagnostics and troubleshooting on both new and legacy controls platforms
• Commission systems and complete point-to-point functional testing
• Provide technical expertise to ensure high-quality project outcomes and customer satisfaction

Company Overview:

• Founded: Over 50 years ago
• Employees: 1,500+
• Offices: 15 locations across Washington and Oregon
• Industries Served: Commercial, Healthcare, High-Rise, Retail, Hospitality, Government, Higher Education
• Services: HVAC, Plumbing, Building Controls, TAB, Commissioning, Electrical, Energy Solutions
• Bonus: Discretionary
• Company Vehicle: Provided
• 401(k): 40% employer match, immediately vested
• PTO: 18 days + 9 paid holidays
• Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Disability, HSA, Wellness Programs, EAP
• Additional Perks: Onsite fitness center, relocation support for qualified hires

If you're an accomplished controls technician ready to take on a senior, high-impact role with a leading mechanical contractor, this opportunity offers exceptional stability, growth, and team support.