Controls Technician III – Niagara Specialist

Daikin Applied Americas • Lincoln, NE

9d • Onsite

About The Position

Daikin Applied is hiring a Controls Technician III specializing in Niagara to design, implement, program, and commission advanced building automation systems using the Tridium Niagara Framework. The role includes installing, programming, troubleshooting, and servicing commercial digital controls, while supporting Building Automation Systems, maintenance agreements, system upgrades, and controls service requests. The position is onsite in Lincoln, Nebraska, and includes rotational emergency-call support as required. Technicians are provided with a company vehicle, laptop, mobile devices, and other technologies. Work visa sponsorship is not available.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• At least 5 years of related HVAC controls experience with increasing responsibility, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Minimum of 5 years' experience in Honeywell controls or a similar control line.
• Valid driver's license and acceptable driving record.
• Required licenses or training cards as required by local law.
• Availability for rotational emergency call support as required.
• Previous experience mentoring less experienced technicians.

Nice To Haves

• Associate degree or technical school HVAC certification.
• Niagara N4 and/or Niagara AX certification.
• Experience with integration protocols such as BACnet MST/IP, LON, Modbus TCP/RTU, Ethernet OIP, MQTT, or SQL.
• EPA-approved Universal Technician Certification.
• OSHA 10 certification.
• Current first aid/CPR card.

Responsibilities

• Program, configure, and deploy building automation systems using the Tridium Niagara Framework (N4) for HVAC control strategies.
• Lead and support commissioning, including point-to-point verification, functional testing, and system optimization.
• Design and implement integrations across platforms and protocols such as BACnet, Modbus, and LonWorks.
• Install, troubleshoot, and service commercial digital control systems.
• Provide technical support for Building Automation Systems, including diagnostics, repairs, and enhancements.
• Collaborate with engineers, project managers, and field teams to execute and deliver projects.
• Perform system upgrades, retrofits, and migrations, including conversion of legacy systems to Niagara-based platforms.
• Develop and maintain graphics, dashboards, and user interfaces.
• Respond to controls service requests and maintenance agreements.
• Mentor and support junior technicians in Niagara programming, troubleshooting, and best practices.
• Comply with company standards, safety protocols, and industry best practices.
• Maintain documentation and reports, including as-built drawings, sequences of operation, and commissioning records.

Benefits

• Multiple medical insurance plan options, plus dental and vision insurance.
• 401(k) retirement plan with employer match.
• Paid time off and company-paid holidays.
• Paid sick time in accordance with federal, state, and local law.
• Tuition reimbursement after 6 months of continuous service.
• Logoed company vehicle, laptop, mobile devices, and other technologies for technicians.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED