Controls Technician
About The Position
The Controls Technician installs, fabricates, wires, and commissions Building Automation System (BAS) and Building Management System (BMS) control panels and related equipment. The role involves interpreting technical drawings and system documentation; installing conduit, wiring, sensors, actuators, controllers, and network devices; building and terminating control panels; and helping verify, start up, commission, troubleshoot, and maintain control systems. The technician follows project specifications, applicable National Electrical Code (NEC) requirements, and company safety policies, while maintaining high standards of workmanship and quality. The position works independently and with project teams, service personnel, and subcontractors. It supports installation and service projects throughout the New York metropolitan area and Long Island, and may require overtime and flexible schedules to meet project deadlines and customer needs. The work can take place in mechanical rooms, rooftops, crawl spaces, construction sites, and occupied commercial facilities, as well as outdoors in varying weather conditions.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Expertise in low-voltage wiring and light-duty line-voltage applications.
- Experience installing EMT conduit and related electrical infrastructure.
- Working knowledge of analog and digital inputs and outputs.
- Understanding of HVAC systems and BMS sequences of operation.
- Ability to read and interpret blueprints, wiring diagrams, and technical specifications.
- Experience troubleshooting electrical and control circuits.
- Familiarity with BACnet, Modbus, LON, or other building automation communication protocols.
- Experience building, wiring, and terminating control panels.
- Knowledge of current NEC standards.
- Strong problem-solving, organizational, and communication skills.
- Ability to work independently while maintaining productivity and quality standards.
- Valid driver's license and acceptable driving record.
- Ability to stand, walk, climb, bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, reach, work in confined spaces, climb ladders, work at elevated heights, and perform overhead work.
- Ability to lift up to 100 pounds and push, pull, carry, or maneuver heavier equipment with assistance or appropriate lifting devices.
- Ability to work in mechanical rooms, rooftops, crawl spaces, construction sites, occupied commercial facilities, and outdoors in varying weather conditions.
- Ability to use hands and fingers frequently to operate tools, equipment, and testing devices.
- Ability to drive for extended periods throughout the service territory in varying traffic and weather conditions.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with changing priorities and deadlines.
Nice To Haves
- Technical or vocational training in HVAC, Electrical, Controls, or a related field.
- A minimum of 4–5 years of experience in BAS, HVAC Controls, Electrical, or a related field.
Responsibilities
- Install, fabricate, wire, and commission BAS and BMS control panels and associated equipment.
- Read and interpret blueprints, wiring diagrams, flow diagrams, control drawings, and technical documentation.
- Install conduit and pull and terminate low-voltage and light-duty line-voltage wiring.
- Install, wire, and troubleshoot HVAC-related sensors, actuators, controllers, and network devices.
- Build, label, and terminate control panels according to project specifications and industry standards.
- Verify control system operation and assist with system startup and commissioning.
- Understand and implement HVAC and BMS sequences of operation.
- Review and interpret input/output (I/O) point lists and system documentation.
- Troubleshoot and diagnose communication networks, control circuits, and automation system components.
- Use electrical testing equipment, meters, hand tools, and power tools safely and effectively.
- Maintain quality workmanship and attention to detail.
- Work independently or collaboratively with project teams, service personnel, and subcontractors.
- Comply with current NEC requirements and company safety policies.
- Support service and maintenance activities on existing BAS installations.
- Travel throughout the New York metropolitan area and Long Island for installation and service projects.
- Work overtime and flexible schedules as required to meet project deadlines and customer needs.
- Perform additional duties as assigned by management.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
High school or GED
