Traveling Field Service Technician – HVAC Controls & Commissioning

Honeywell International, Inc.; Des Plaines (IL); On-site; USD 83,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Short-Term Disability

Long-Term Disability

401(k) match

Flexible Spending Accounts

Health Savings Accounts

Employee Assistance Program

Parental Leave

Paid Time Off

12 Paid Holidays

Job summary

Honeywell International Inc. in Chicago/Des Plaines seeks a Traveling Field Service Programmer – HVAC Controls & Commissioning. You will install, commission, and troubleshoot HVAC control systems at commercial sites, traveling up to 70% to customer locations across the IL region.

You will report to the Field Service Supervisor and coach junior staff, coordinate with project managers, and ensure Honeywell standards. A strong Niagara/BACnet background and a valid license are required.

Qualifications

• 3+ years in building controls and automation with Niagara 4/AX troubleshooting.
• 3+ years of commercial HVAC controls field service—installation, maintenance, repair.
• Working knowledge of BACnet control systems.
• Valid driver’s license with clean record.
• Strong problem-solving and clear technical communication.
• Mentor and coordinate on-site with contractors to improve commissioning.

Responsibilities

• Commission, start up, and tune control systems to meet specs.
• Install and troubleshoot pre-engineered software/hardware; perform start-ups.
• Diagnose and resolve technical issues efficiently.
• Manage scope of work from start to finish.
• Coordinate with Honeywell project managers on scope and needs.
• Collaborate across teams for customer-centric solutions.
• Ensure policy compliance and regulatory standards.
• Perform open systems and 3rd party integrations; work with other vendors.
• Back up changes and archive Honeywell hardware/software.
• Manage on-site equipment delivery and storage.
• Demonstrate system and conduct customer training.
• Support sales with integrated solutions and retrofit opportunities.

Skills

HVAC controls field service

Niagara 4/AX troubleshooting

Problem-solving

Communication

Tools

BACnet knowledge

Job description

As a Traveling Field Service Programmer – HVAC Controls & Commissioning here at Honeywell, you will be accountable for providing technical assistance and service to our customers in the HVAC industry. You will play a crucial role in ensuring the successful installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of HVAC control systems. Your expertise and dedication to customer satisfaction will contribute to the efficiency, comfort, and safety of our customers' buildings (commercial sites). In this role, you will have the opportunity to make a significant impact by delivering exceptional service and assistance to our customers in the HVAC controls industry

Candidates must be based in Chicago/Des Plaines area and will travel up to 70% to the customer sites primarily in Chicago/Des Plaines and the surrounding IL region. In addition, you may support customers in other regions of the US depending on demand. During the first 90-180 days, you may travel to other areas for training and assistance. You will receive a vehicle and a travel and expense card for business use.

You will report directly to our Field Service Supervisor.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Commission, start up, and tune control systems to meet customer specifications and job requirements.
• Install and troubleshoot pre-engineered software and hardware, checkout control. systems, and start-ups and commission systems according to customer requirements and job specifications.
• Diagnose and resolve technical issues with efficiency and expertise.
• Manage scope of work from beginning to end.
• Coordinate with local Honeywell project managers to understand scope, hardware, software, and graphics needs.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to create and implement solutions tailored to customer needs.
• Ensure adherence to company policies, procedures, and regulatory standards.
• Perform open systems and 3rd party integrations and collaborate with other vendors of different protocols.
• Ensure that the configuration management policy is followed which involves back- up of all changes on an on-going basis during installation and final archiving of Honeywell’s hardware and software on Honeywell Server.
• Manage on-site equipment delivery and storage.
• Demonstrate system and conduct customer training for all functions
• Support sales activities by presenting integrated/networked solutions and retro fit opportunities when warranted.

YOU MUST HAVE

• 3 or more years’ experience in building controls and automation, with specialized expertise in Tridium Niagara 4 and Niagara AX, including troubleshooting, diagnosing, and repairing energy management systems. Skilled in controls programming concepts, PC operation, and fundamental networking principles
• Minimum 3 years of commercial HVAC controls field service experience, with a strong background in system installation, maintenance, and repair
• Working knowledge of BACnet control systems.
• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.
• Exceptional problem-solving and troubleshooting abilities, with a keen attention to detail in diagnosing and resolving issues.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to convey complex technical information clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences.
• You will coach and mentor both Associate level and Install Technical Specialists in various disciplines of system installation. You will coordinate on-site with contractors and work towards continuous improvement of commissioning practices, specifically reducing commissioning hours per device and/or hours per system using Honeywell Operation Systems techniques. You will demonstrate expert knowledge of Honeywell systems and Industry Best Practices.

WE VALUE

• 3 or more years of experience in c ommercial HVAC controls field service with a solid track record in installation, maintenance, and repair.
• Honeywell ComfortPoint™ Open or Compatible Competitor control software system knowledge.
• Associates or Certifications from a Vocational or Trades College.
• Strong customer focus and ability to build and maintain relationships.

“The annual base salary range for this position is $83,000 to $95,000. Please note that this salary information serves as a general guideline . Honeywell considers various factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate's work experience, education and training, key skills, as well as market and business considerations.”

Per Diem Payment Eligibility: You will receive a per diem payment of $55 per day if you travel to an assigned job site that is more than 75 miles from your home address, stay at least 3 nights at the job site, complete 32 hours of productive work (8 hours per day) and do not return home during work days.

BENEFITS OF WORKING FOR HONEYWELL

In addition to a performance-driven salary, cutting-edge work, and developing solutions side-by-side with dedicated experts in their fields, Honeywell employees are eligible for a comprehensive benefits package. This package includes employer-subsidized Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance; Short-Term and Long-Term Disability; 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, Health Savings Accounts, EAP, and Educational Assistance; Parental Leave, Paid Time Off (for vacation, personal business, sick time, and parental leave), and 12 Paid Holidays. For more information visit: https://benefits.honeywell.com/

ABOUT HONEYWELL

Honeywell International Inc. (Nasdaq: HON) invents and commercializes technologies that address some of the world's most critical challenges around energy, safety, security, productivity, and global urbanization. We are a leading software-industrial company committed to introducing state of the art technology solutions to improve efficiency, productivity, sustainability, and safety in high growth businesses in broad-based, attractive industrial-end markets. Our products and solutions enable a safer, more comfortable, and more productive world, enhancing the quality of life of people around the globe.

The application period for the job is estimated to be 40 days from the job posting date; however, this may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates. Posting Date: 08/20/2026

Honeywell Technologies is a global, pure-play automation company with a legacy of innovating to help solve the world’s most mission-critical challenges, enhancing the quality of life for people and communities around the world. We serve the building, industrial and process sectors with a broad portfolio of services, solutions and products, underpinned by our Honeywell Technologies Accelerator operating system and Honeywell Technologies Forge intelligence layer. By combining the deep domain expertise of our more than 50,000 employees with decades of data from our global installed base, we are uniquely positioned to lead the industrial sector’s transition from automation to autonomy.

Honeywell is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to age, race, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, marital status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, nationality, sex, religion, or veteran status.