Uihlein BAS Electrician

UIHLEIN ELECTRIC CO INC; Town of Brookfield (WI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Uihlein Electric in Brookfield, WI is seeking a Building Automation Systems Technician to install, wire, startup, diagnose, and troubleshoot BAS for commercial and industrial customers. You will collaborate with electricians, project managers, HVAC contractors, and commissioning agents to deliver safe, documented control systems.

The ideal candidate has experience with electrical controls, BACnet or BAS protocols, reads drawings, and maintains clean records.

Qualifications

• Prior BAS technician experience required.
• Knowledge of electrical controls, relays, motor starters and VFDs.
• Familiarity with BAS protocols such as BACnet, MS/TP, BACnet/IP.
• Ability to read electrical drawings and control schematics.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities.
• Commitment to safe work practices and quality workmanship.

Responsibilities

• Perform BAS installations for commercial and industrial customers.
• Install, wire, startup support, diagnose, and troubleshoot BAS systems.
• Develop working knowledge of HVAC systems including VAV, pumps, boilers, chillers, and related equipment.
• Verify field installations against drawings, specs, manufacturer requirements, and project standards.
• Maintain accurate device labeling, redline drawings, checkout documentation, and project records.
• Adapt to changing project requirements, schedules, and field conditions.

Skills

BAS installations

Electrical controls

Troubleshooting

Low-voltage wiring

BACnet/BAS protocols

Reading electrical drawings

Team collaboration

VFD knowledge

Tools

BAS software

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Uihlein Corporate Office - BROOKFIELD, WI 53005

Position Type: Full Time

Uihlein Electric is proud to be a Union Employer. If not currently a member of the IBEW, Uihlein, will be happy to guide you through the joining process***

For over 100 years, Uihlein Electric has been proud to serve as one of Milwaukee’s most dependable electrical service providers. Our work is grounded in our company’s five core values: Safety, Professionalism, Quality, Integrity and Community. We are growing and are looking for driven and organized individuals who share the same pride and enthusiasm for the industry as we do.

Purpose

The Building Automation Systems (BAS) Technician is responsible for the installation, wiring, startup support, diagnostics, and troubleshooting of building automation and control systems for commercial and industrial customers. This position works closely with electricians, controls technicians, project managers, HVAC contractors, TAB contractors, commissioning agents, and customers to deliver safe, reliable, and properly documented control systems.

Essential Duties

• Performing BAS installations for commercial and industrial customers
• Daily tasks include building automation systems installations, electrical control work, wiring and cabling, troubleshooting and diagnostics
• Develop working knowledge of HVAC systems including air-handling units, VAV systems, pumps, boilers, chillers, cooling towers, VFDs, and related mechanical equipment
• Adhere to current NEC and industry related practices, including area classifications
• Verify field installations against approved drawings, specifications, manufacturer requirements, and project standards
• Maintain professional demeanor with both colleagues, customers, subcontractors, and other trades
• Maintain accurate device labeling, redline drawings, checkout documentation, and other project records
• Adapt to changing project requirements, schedules, and field conditions
• Performs other assigned duties as needed

Qualifications

• Prior experience in building automation controls technician work
• Working knowledge of electrical controls, relays, motor starters, and variable-frequency drives.
• Experience with electrical control wiring, low-voltage systems, project installation, testing, or troubleshooting.
• Demonstrated knowledge of current NEC and industry-related practices
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving ability
• Familiarity with BACnet, MS/TP, BACnet/IP, or other BAS communication protocols
• Ability to interpret HVAC sequences of operation and trace system cause-and-effect
• Experience with controller addressing, network troubleshooting, and basic BAS system architecture
• Ability to use BAS software to viewpoints, commands, alarms, schedules, and trends
• Familiarity with lighting control, electrical metering, emergency power, or other integrated building systems
• Experience working in schools, hospitals, manufacturing facilities, commercial offices, or data centers
• Interest in progressing toward BAS startup, programming, commissioning, project supervision
• Adheres to professional conduct in addressing issues with appropriate parties
• Ability to read electrical drawings and control schematics
• Demonstrated commitment to safe work practices, quality workmanship, documentation, and professional conduct
• Ability to use electrical test equipment safely and systematically
• Ability to work independently while communicating effectively with project supervision and other trades

Physical Requirements

• Able to work off all types of ladders, lifts and elevated platforms (electric or gas powered)
• Able to work at various heights up to 50 feet from ladders, scaffolds, aerial lifts, cat walks, or other safe work areas
• Able to work in restricted areas, manholes, utility tunnels, crawl spaces and attics
• Able to bend, stoop, squat, crawl, climb, kneel, balance, push, pull, and reach overhead
• Able to carry tools and materials up to 50 pounds from the ground to overhead
• Able to constantly move on feet, climbing ladders and working overheadPossess good vision (normal or corrected)
• Must be able to get to various customer sites as required

Work Environment

Work Environment: Able to work in all elements, depending on job locations and time of year

The above statements are intended to reflect the principal duties of the position and are not intended to be all-inclusive. Management reserves the right to change the position and/or requirements, as necessary.