BAS Controls Technician
About The Position
Upchurch is a full-service building engineering company providing mechanical, plumbing, HVAC, and electrical services across the southeastern United States. Its Building Automation team provides building automation, HVAC, mechanical, and energy management solutions, including design, installation, service, optimization, and ongoing support of Building Automation Systems and Energy Management Systems. The team has more than 30 years of nationwide experience and is a Honeywell Elite Authorized Controls Integrator. The BAS Controls Technician troubleshoots, services, maintains, and optimizes Building Automation Systems and Energy Management Systems at customer facilities throughout the United States. The role works with Honeywell and Tridium Niagara N4 platforms and communication protocols such as BACnet, Modbus, and LonWorks. Nationwide travel is required 25% of the time during the workweek, generally Monday through Friday.
Requirements
- At least 2 years of Building Automation or BAS technician experience.
- Strong understanding of low-voltage electrical systems, including AC and DC wiring, relays, sensors, actuators, and control circuits.
- Working knowledge of commercial HVAC systems and sequences of operation.
- Ability to read electrical drawings, control diagrams, and mechanical plans.
- Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
- Strong customer service and communication skills.
- Ability to work independently in the field and coordinate with remote technical support when required.
- Willingness and ability to travel nationwide Monday through Friday; travel is 25% during the workweek.
- Valid driver's license.
- Must be able to pass applicable background screening and drug screening requirements.
Nice To Haves
- Experience with Honeywell controls and/or Tridium Niagara.
- Niagara N4 commissioning and troubleshooting experience.
- Trade school, HVAC apprenticeship, controls training, or military technical training.
Responsibilities
- Troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair BAS and EMS systems, controllers, sensors, and associated equipment.
- Commission and optimize HVAC controls serving AHUs, VAVs, chillers, boilers, cooling towers, rooftop units, and other mechanical equipment.
- Perform preventive maintenance, calibration, system repairs, and upgrades.
- Troubleshoot and test network communications using BACnet IP, Modbus, LonWorks, and other control protocols.
- Diagnose low-voltage electrical and control issues involving wiring, relays, sensors, actuators, controllers, and associated devices.
- Assist with Niagara N4 commissioning, programming, graphics, and troubleshooting as required.
- Review system operation and sequences of operation to identify equipment or controls issues.
- Maintain accurate service documentation, work reports, and customer records.
- Communicate technical findings, recommended repairs, and completed work to customers and internal project teams.
- Follow company, customer, and job site safety requirements.
Benefits
- Competitive pay based on experience.
- Health, dental, and vision insurance.
- Paid time off and holiday pay.
- Professional development and certification assistance.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
