Building Automation Systems (BAS) Controls Technician (Fort Lauderdale)

Building Automation Systems (BAS) Controls Technician

Employment Type: Full-Time

Compensation: $38–$42/hour

About the Opportunity

We are recruiting an experienced Building Automation Systems (BAS) Controls Technician for a well-established and growing organization specializing in Building Automation Systems, Building Management Systems (BMS), Energy Management Systems, and HVAC Controls throughout South Florida.

This is a hands-on technical opportunity for someone with strong experience in BAS/DDC programming, controller configuration, system commissioning, and troubleshooting within commercial HVAC environments.

The ideal candidate can independently program and configure building automation systems, diagnose complex controls issues, and support system installations, upgrades, and service activities.

Key Responsibilities

• Program, configure, modify, and troubleshoot BAS/BMS systems and Direct Digital Controls (DDC).
• Set up and program controllers, sensors, actuators, and associated HVAC control devices.
• Develop and modify control logic, sequences of operation, setpoints, schedules, and system parameters .
• Perform system startups, point-to-point testing, calibration, and commissioning.
• Diagnose and resolve issues involving HVAC controls, software, control wiring, communication networks, and connected equipment .
• Install, wire, configure, and integrate new building automation equipment.
• Troubleshoot low-voltage electrical circuits and BAS communication networks.
• Perform system backups, software updates, database maintenance, and system upgrades.
• Optimize system performance through sensor calibration and control loop adjustments.
• Provide onsite technical support while maintaining accurate service documentation and professional customer relationships.

Required Qualifications

• Hands-on experience programming and configuring Building Automation Systems (BAS/BMS/DDC).
• Experience with one or more commercial BAS platforms, including:
• Tridium / Niagara
• Schneider Electric
• Johnson Controls / Metasys
• Siemens
• Trane
• Comparable BAS/BMS platforms
• Strong understanding of HVAC control systems, DDC controllers, and sequences of operation .
• Experience with controller setup, control logic modifications, troubleshooting, and commissioning .
• Working knowledge of low-voltage electrical systems, sensors, actuators, control panels, and communication networks.
• Ability to troubleshoot BAS software, hardware, and system connectivity issues.
• Familiarity with BACnet, Modbus, and IP-based building automation networks preferred.
• Proficiency with electrical meters, diagnostic equipment, and standard field tools.
• Strong problem-solving, communication, and customer-service skills.
• Ability to work independently across multiple customer sites and service assignments.
• Valid driver's license and ability to meet company driving requirements.

Additional Qualifications

• Experience supporting commercial HVAC equipment, including AHUs, RTUs, VAVs, chillers, and boilers.
• Experience with BAS installations, retrofits, system expansions, and commissioning.
• Technical degree, trade-school training, or relevant industry certifications preferred.
• Comfortable working in mechanical rooms, on rooftops, ladders, and active construction sites.
• Willingness to travel locally to customer locations.
• Ability to successfully complete required pre-employment screening.

Compensation & Benefits

Hourly Pay: $38–$42 , based on experience and technical capabilities.

• Company gas card and expense card
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid vacation and federal holidays
• 401(k) with company match
• Professional development and long-term career growth opportunities
• Exposure to diverse commercial building automation projects

Why Join?

This opportunity offers the chance to work with a growing organization on a variety of commercial building automation projects, including new installations, retrofits, system upgrades, and ongoing service.

We are looking for someone who enjoys hands-on programming, technical troubleshooting, system optimization, and taking ownership of BAS performance .

If you have experience programming and commissioning BAS/DDC systems and are ready for your next opportunity, we encourage you to apply.

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