Building Controls Technician II/III - Data Center

Mantis Innovation•San Diego, CA

2d•$110,000 - $180,000•Hybrid

About The Position

As a Building Controls Technician II/III, you are responsible for installing, programming, commissioning, servicing, and troubleshooting building management systems (BMS) and electrical power monitoring systems (EPMS) within mission-critical data center environments. This role owns projects and service activities from startup through commissioning and ongoing support, working closely with customers, subcontractors, and internal project teams to deliver reliable system performance. Mantis helps organizations improve how their buildings perform by bringing together energy, facility operations, and sustainability into one connected approach. At Mantis, our teams work across the full lifecycle of a facility—from planning and design to field execution and long-term asset management—across commercial and industrial portfolios, data centers, and complex mechanical systems. Our work spans four core areas: Building Controls, Energy Efficiency, Energy Advisory, and Facility Management—covering HVAC/mechanical optimization, BMS/BAS and EPMS controls, lighting system upgrades, energy brokerage, roofing and building envelope assessments, construction management, and more. Whether you’re in sales, engineering, construction/project management, field operations, corporate, or technology, you’ll play a role in delivering these solutions and helping clients improve facility performance.

Requirements

Experience with Building Management Systems (BMS) in mission-critical or data center environments; Tridium Niagara experience strongly preferred
Experience commissioning, programming, and troubleshooting networked control systems, including wire sheet programming and control logic
Working knowledge of mechanical and electrical systems commonly found in data center environment
Ability to read and interpret: Network topologies, Electrical one-line diagrams, Device wiring drawings, Control drawings
Strong understanding of open protocols such as: BACnet IP, BACnet MSTP, Modbus TCP, Modbus RTU
Knowledge of low-voltage wiring and terminations including: RS-232, RS-485, CAT5/CAT6
Understanding of electrical code requirements and controls applications involving 120V, 240V, and 480V systems
Familiarity with CAD software and construction drawings
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications including Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Visio
Ability to work in hard-hat construction environments
Ability to climb stairs and ladders
Ability to maneuver around piping, ductwork, and mechanical equipment
Ability to work safely near exposed line-voltage and low-voltage systems
Ability to perform field commissioning and troubleshooting activities for extended periods
Ability to obtain and maintain customer-required site access credentials, security authorizations, and facility access approvals as required for assigned projects
Ability to travel to customer and project sites as required; when driving is an essential function of the role, candidates must be able to meet company driving requirements, including maintaining a valid driver's license and acceptable driving record

Nice To Haves

Tridium Niagara experience strongly preferred

Responsibilities

Install, program, commission, and troubleshoot BMS and controls systems
Service existing building control systems
Perform startup and commissioning of complete building automation systems
Install building control components including controllers, panels, conduit, sensors, and related hardware
Build and assemble low-voltage control panels
Perform point-to-point verification and checkout activities
Perform software and hardware calibration required for proper system operation
Execute low-voltage cable installation and termination activities as needed
Support project commissioning activities, including participation in daily meetings and documentation of results
Work closely with installation subcontractors to ensure projects are completed on schedule and in compliance with contract requirements, applicable codes, and industry standards
Partner with project teams and customers to deliver reliable, high-quality solutions
Own assigned work from initiation through completion while proactively communicating progress, risks, and issues