Senior Building Automation Technician

Yale Mechanical-posted 9 days ago
$80,000 - $110,000/Yr
Full-time • Senior
Minneapolis, MN
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The Senior Building Automation Technician is responsible for leading the installation, programming, commissioning, and service of Building Automation Systems (BAS) on plan and specification projects, small projects, and service engagements. This role requires hands-on technical expertise, strong project coordination skills, and a working knowledge of Yale Mechanical’s building automation offerings including Alerton, Reliable Controls, Johnson FX, Tridium/Niagara Solutions, and Prolon LCBS solutions. The Senior Technician will serve as a technical mentor to junior staff and act as a customer-facing representative, ensuring high-quality project delivery, customer satisfaction, and compliance with specifications and standards. Specifically, these are the key responsibilities:

  • Provide installation expertise, program, and commission BAS on plan and spec projects and small to mid-sized projects.
  • Interpret engineering drawings, project plans, and specifications to deliver accurate system installations.
  • Coordinate with project managers, subcontractors, and other trades to ensure smooth installation and integration.
  • Validate system performance through testing, balancing, point-to-point verification, and functional commissioning.
  • Diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair BAS hardware and software issues across multiple manufacturer platforms.
  • Provide technical support, preventative maintenance, and system optimization services to existing customers.
  • Identify opportunities for upgrades and system enhancements within existing BAS infrastructure.
  • Program, configure, and troubleshoot control systems, graphics, and databases for Alerton, Reliable Controls, Johnson FX, Tridium/Niagara, and Prolon LCBS systems.
  • Integrate BAS with HVAC equipment, network devices, and other building systems.
  • Maintain high technical standards, staying current with emerging platform features, tools, and best practices.
  • Mentor junior technicians, providing training and technical support.
  • Communicate with customers and internal stakeholders clearly and professionally.
  • Maintain accurate documentation, including as-builts, programming records, service reports, and commissioning logs.
  • 5+ years of experience installing, programming, and servicing BAS systems; plan & spec project experience required.
  • Strong working knowledge of Alerton, Reliable Controls, Johnson FX, Tridium/Niagara, and Prolon LCBS platforms.
  • Experience with HVAC mechanical equipment and systems, networking, BACnet, Modbus, and related protocols.
  • Trade or technical degree in HVAC, controls, electrical, or related field preferred.
  • Valid driver’s license required and able to pass a background check
  • Advanced BAS programming and troubleshooting capabilities across multiple platforms.
  • Ability to interpret plans, schematics, sequences, and specifications.
  • Strong problem-solving, organization, and time management skills.
  • Ability to work independently or lead project crews.
  • High level of professionalism, customer service, and communication.
  • Ability to perform physical tasks such as lifting, bending, using ladders/lifts, and working in mechanical spaces.
  • Trade or technical degree in HVAC, controls, electrical, or related field preferred.
  • comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, ancillary programs, such as life and disability, an employer-matched 401K, ongoing training and safety programs
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