30206254 Building Automation Field Technician - Harrisonburg, Charlottesville, Roanoke area, VA

Job Description

Job Description

About Carrier:

Carrier, global leader in intelligent climate and energy solutions, is committed to creating innovations that bring comfort, safety and sustainability to life. Through cutting-edge advancements in climate solutions such as temperature control, air quality and transportation, we improve lives, empower critical industries and ensure the safe transport of food, life-saving medicines and more. Since inventing modern air conditioning in 1902, we lead with purpose: enhancing the lives we live and the world we share. We continue to lead because of our world-class, inclusive workforce that puts the customer at the center of everything we do. For more information, visit corporate.carrier.com or follow Carrier on social media at @Carrier.

About the role:

If you’ve been in the BAS world a while, you know the difference between a job that just keeps you busy and one that keeps you engaged, respected, and growing.

At Automated Logic, a Carrier Company, our Senior Technicians describe this as the place where they finally found both challenge and balance. A place that trusts your judgment, values your craftsmanship, and gives you the tools and autonomy to make an impact.

As a Lead Field Technician, you’ll be the expert voice on-site — leading complex commissioning, solving deep system problems, and shaping how buildings perform. You’ll mentor newer techs, partner with strong project teams, and be counted on to deliver the kind of precision work our customers remember.

Our long-tenured people put it simply:

“I finally found it. Not just a job. Not just a paycheck. A work home.”

If that sounds like what you’ve been looking for, we’d like to welcome you home too.

At Automated Logic, we believe in investing in our people. As a Senior Technician, you’ll have access to:

• Professional Development Training programs, certifications, and continuing education in BAS technologies and leadership.
• Career Pathways and Leadership Opportunities Opportunities to advance into roles such as Project Engineer, Technical Manager, or Operations Lead, as well as mentor junior staff and contribute to strategic initiatives that shape our service delivery.
• Recognition & Rewards Recognition programs that celebrate your contributions.

What you’ll gain:

• Health & wellness benefits, 401k, paid time off and competitive wages - along with fleet vehicle eligibility and OT opportunities.
• Stability and respect. Many of our field engineers have been here 10–20 years — because their work, time, and expertise are valued.
• Freedom to execute. You’ll own your projects, make field calls, and collaborate closely with engineers and PMs who trust your expertise.
• Continuous learning. Access to advanced training in WebCTRL®, networking, integration, and system analytics.
• Balance and culture. Leadership that respects family time, and a team that looks out for one another.

Scope of Position:

As a Lead Field Engineer, you will be crucial to Carrier’s business through the field commissioning of building automation systems created specifically for each individual customer. We are looking for someone who works well in a team and has excellent time management, organization, communication, technical, and troubleshooting skills. As a technical and product expert, you will solve highly complex problems, lead in training less experienced Field Engineers, and serve as a point of contact in the field.

Essential Job Functions:

• Initiate, install, troubleshoot, and optimize customer systems that utilize advanced Direct Digital Control technology.
• Mentor and develop less experienced Field Engineers on all field tools and technology.
• Serve as local contact for technical issues.
• Offer effective solutions for complex system issues.
• Provide turnkey project delivery on medium to large projects.
• Responsible for ensuring that systems operate properly, to include controls, sensors, and software.
• Load software, configure trends, alarms, and reports.
• Implement time management strategies to ensure customer satisfaction.
• Communicate and document the status and details of the project for the customer.
• Provide site-specific training to owners/operators on the complete system.

Required Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED.
• 3+ years of experience in building automation, HVAC or technical field.
• Capable of climbing ladders or using other lift equipment over 8 feet above grade and capable of lifting items up to 50lbs.
• Valid and current Driver’s License and can be insurable by the company’s insurance.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree, Associate degree, Technical/Business School Certificate or Diploma in HVAC, Controls, or related field.
• Proficient with advanced building automation software, such as WebCTRL, and installing building automation controls.
• Ability to navigate and integrate into a variety of building automation systems. 
• Expert with TCP/IP networks including wireless technology.
• Experience interacting with a large and diverse number of simultaneous challenges, requiring knowledge of multiple disciplines.
• Ability to communicate technical information to a non-technical audience.
• Excellent communication skills as well as the ability to work well in a team environment.
• Proficient with Microsoft 365 applications.

At Automated Logic, you’ll find the kind of work that challenges your mind, respects your time, and rewards your mastery — in a place that feels like home.