Sr. Controls Installation Technician

ControlsJobs•Baltimore, MD

8d•Onsite

About The Position

A leading Systems Integration and Energy Management contractor in the Baltimore/DMV region is seeking an experienced Sr. Controls Installation Technician to support major Building Automation System (BAS) installation projects. This role emphasizes field leadership, craftsmanship, and mentoring junior installers while ensuring high-quality outcomes in commercial, healthcare, laboratory, data center, and mission-critical environments. This position is primarily a night-shift role (6:00pm–4:00am) supporting a major healthcare project, including occasional Saturday work that qualifies for overtime. The company offers excellent benefits, strong long-term stability, and growth opportunities for field technicians advancing their BAS careers.

Requirements

Experience as a Sr. Controls Installer or similar BAS/DDC installation lead role
Ability to read and interpret control drawings, electrical wiring diagrams, and installation schematics
Hands-on experience installing, labeling, and terminating BAS/DDC hardware and cabling
Strong communication skills with the ability to coordinate crews and interact with clients
Comfortable working night shifts and occasional weekend schedules

Responsibilities

Lead and oversee installation of Building Automation Systems (BAS) from rough-in to turnover
Participate in project pre-planning alongside PMs, engineers, and field supervisors
Install conduit, low-voltage cabling, and control wiring per plans and specs
Mount, wire, and terminate controllers, sensors, actuators, VAV box equipment, and field devices
Perform testing, checkout, and troubleshooting of wiring, terminations, and device functionality
Identify installation issues quickly and coordinate with engineering/PMs for resolution
Support both day and night shifts depending on project phases (this role is primarily overnight)
Train and mentor junior installers; maintain safe, well-organized job sites