Sr. HVAC Controls Technician

Jobot; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 55,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k Plan with company match

Medical benefits – day 1

Paid holidays

Paid time off

Job summary

Jobot is seeking a Senior Controls Technician to support installation, commissioning, and service of advanced Building Automation Systems (BAS) in commercial and institutional facilities. This on-site role emphasizes hands-on troubleshooting and cross-system integration across HVAC, lighting, and life-safety networks.

You will collaborate with engineers and project managers to deliver reliable building control solutions, maintain thorough documentation, and train client staff.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience with Building Automation / HVAC Controls systems.
• Strong troubleshooting and commissioning experience in the field.
• Experience with BAS platforms such as Niagara, Schneider EcoStruxure, Metasys, Desigo/Apogee, Honeywell, Distech, Delta Controls, Trane, Carrier i‑Vu, or similar.
• Knowledge of protocols such as BACnet, Modbus, TCP/IP
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical, electrical, and controls drawings
• Strong understanding of HVAC systems and sequences of operation
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work independently

Responsibilities

• Install, commission, and service BAS/DDC systems for commercial and institutional facilities
• Troubleshoot and diagnose issues across HVAC controls, field devices, and network communications
• Perform system startups, point-to-point checkout, and functional testing
• Work with integrated systems including HVAC, lighting, power monitoring, and life safety systems
• Support system upgrades, retrofits, and optimization of existing building systems
• Collaborate with engineers, project managers, and clients to ensure successful project delivery
• Provide technical support and training to end users and facility teams
• Maintain accurate documentation, service reports, and as‑built updates

Skills

BAS/HVAC controls

Troubleshooting

Commissioning

Communication

Reading drawings

Tools

Niagara

EcoStruxure

Metasys

Desigo

i-Vu

Johnson Controls

Distech

Delta Controls

Trane

Carrier i-Vu

Honeywell

Job description

Local work- no extended travel - Direct Hire + Competitive Benefits

Salary: $40 - $50 per hour

A bit about us:

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

Why join us?

• 401k Plan with company match
• Medical benefits – effective day 1
• Paid holidays
• Paid time off (PTO)
• Competitive salary / compensation structure
• Established firm that’s been in operation for over 25 years

Job Details

About the Role: We are seeking a Senior Controls Technician to support installation, commissioning, and service of advanced Building Automation Systems (BAS). This role is ideal for a hands‑on technician who thrives in complex environments and enjoys troubleshooting integrated systems across multiple building platforms.

Key Responsibilities

• Install, commission, and service BAS/DDC systems for commercial and institutional facilities
• Troubleshoot and diagnose issues across HVAC controls, field devices, and network communications
• Perform system startups, point-to-point checkout, and functional testing
• Work with integrated systems including HVAC, lighting, power monitoring, and life safety systems
• Support system upgrades, retrofits, and optimization of existing building systems
• Collaborate with engineers, project managers, and clients to ensure successful project delivery
• Provide technical support and training to end users and facility teams
• Maintain accurate documentation, service reports, and as‑built updates

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience with Building Automation / HVAC Controls systems
• Strong troubleshooting and commissioning experience in the field
• Experience with BAS platforms such as Niagara, Schneider (EcoStruxure), Johnson Controls (Metasys), Siemens (Desigo/Apogee), Honeywell, Distech, Delta Controls, Trane, Carrier i‑Vu, or similar
• Knowledge of protocols such as BACnet, Modbus, TCP/IP
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical, electrical, and controls drawings
• Strong understanding of HVAC systems and sequences of operation
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work independently

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