Building Automation Systems Technician Specialist

Building Automation Systems Technician – Data Center Infrastructure

Location : Travel-Based Role | Preferred Base Near Atlanta, GA or within Iowa

Travel : Up to 100% travel required (nationwide projects)

About the Role :

Are you ready to play a pivotal role in the construction and maintenance of today's most advanced building infrastructure systems? Our client, an industry trailblazer in critical facility design and implementation, is seeking a BAS Field Technician to support large-scale projects across the country. This position combines on-site technical execution with strategic coordination, supporting systems that power high-demand environments like data centers and other mission-critical facilities. If you're passionate about HVAC, controls integration, and building automation, and you enjoy traveling for high-impact work, this opportunity offers unmatched exposure and growth potential.

Key Responsibilities

System Installation & Field Oversight (30%)

Lead onsite installation and retrofitting of Building Automation Systems (BAS) and HVAC control infrastructure.

Supervise subcontractors and coordinate construction schedules across electrical, mechanical, and specialty vendors.

Handle on-site logistics, inventory control, safety planning, and team communications.

Ensure wiring, terminations, and controller integrations follow project and safety specifications.

Commissioning & Systems Validation (40%)

Partner with engineering and software teams to execute system testing and troubleshooting.

Participate in pre-functional and functional testing phases, ensuring smooth system transitions from install to live environment.

Document QA / QC reviews and support final client handoff, including updating as-builts and verifying performance metrics.

Reporting & Communication (20%)

Deliver project updates and safety reports on a daily basis.

Track out-of-scope work and support change order documentation.

Coordinate regularly with project managers, commissioning agents, and end clients.

Engineering Support & Pre-Sales Consulting (10%)

Support pre-construction planning through site walks, audits, and technical input for proposals.

Participate in bid reviews and engineering surveys for retrofits or facility upgrades.

Required Experience & Skills

Strong hands-on experience with BAS platforms (Distech Controls, Tridium Niagara, or similar).

Solid grasp of HVAC, mechanical, and electrical systems and their integration with automation systems.

Experience interpreting construction documents, shop drawings, and vendor product specs.

Familiarity with wiring schematics, relay logic, and low-voltage installations.

Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and ability to manage digital project documentation.

Excellent communication skills, able to lead site teams and interact with clients professionally.

Self-starter comfortable working remotely, with the ability to stay organized and on task during travel.

Physical capability to navigate job sites, including lifting up to 50 lbs and accessing equipment via ladders or confined spaces.

Preferred Qualifications :

Bachelor's degree in engineering, construction, or a technical field, OR 7+ years of BAS field experience.

Proven leadership in installation, startup, and commissioning of BAS solutions.

OSHA or NFPA70E certification preferred or willingness to obtain.

Why Join This Team?

Competitive compensation package including medical, dental, vision, and 401(k) with match.

Paid time off plus additional company-wide year-end break.

Travel support, per diem, and flexibility in scheduling.

Career development support including tuition reimbursement, professional licensing assistance, and internal mentorship.

Work with a team of high-performing engineers on projects at the forefront of smart building technology.

About Blue Signal :

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