Lead Field Service Technician

Lead Field Service Hvac Controls/Bas Technician

As a Lead Field Service HVAC Controls/BAS Technician here at Honeywell, you will be responsible for providing advanced technical support and service for HVAC control systems and building automation systems (BAS). You will play a crucial role in ensuring the optimal performance and reliability of our systems, while also leading a team of technicians to deliver exceptional service to our customers.

You will report directly to our Service Manager and you'll work out of our Herndon, VA location on a remote work schedule.

In this role, you will impact customer satisfaction and operational efficiency by troubleshooting, diagnosing, and resolving complex HVAC control issues, while also mentoring junior technicians and ensuring adherence to industry standards and best practices.

Responsibilities

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead onsite installation, commissioning, and service of Honeywell Building Automation Systems (BAS), including DDC controllers, HVAC equipment, and networked control devices.
• Serve as the technical lead on projects, providing direction and mentorship to junior technicians and subcontractors to ensure quality and timely execution.
• Perform advanced troubleshooting and diagnostics of HVAC controls systems, including VAVs, AHUs, chillers, boilers, sensors, actuators, and communication networks (BACnet, Modbus, LonWorks).
• Program, configure, and commission Honeywell platforms such as Spyder, CIPer, WEBs, EBI, Comfort Point and Comfort Point Open and Niagara-based systems.
• Interpret control drawings, wiring schematics, and sequences of operation to validate system functionality and ensure proper integration.
• Coordinate directly with supervisors, project managers, engineers, customers, and other trades to resolve technical issues and maintain project schedules.
• Identify system optimization opportunities to improve energy efficiency, reliability, and overall building performance.
• Ensure accurate documentation, redlines, service reports, and as-built drawings are completed and submitted in accordance with Honeywell standards.
• Maintain strict adherence to Honeywell safety protocols, quality processes, and customer site compliance requirements.

Qualifications

YOU MUST HAVE

• 3 years or more of experience in HVAC controls and building automation systems.
• 3 years or more of experience with strong technical knowledge of HVAC systems, controls, and BAS technologies.
• Proficiency in troubleshooting and diagnosing complex HVAC control issues.
• 3 years or more of experience with programming and configuring HVAC control systems, including DDC controllers and software.
• Must be able to successfully complete a pre-employment drug screening and background check, in accordance with company policy and applicable laws.
• Must be a US citizen.
• Must be able to complete a DOD secret clearance.

WE VALUE

• Associate's or Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, HVAC Technology, or a related field.
• Niagara (Niagara 4) Certification preferred or willing to get certification.
• Advanced knowledge of Honeywell BAS platforms (Spyder, CIPer, WEBs, EBI).
• Strong troubleshooting skills across HVAC controls, DDC systems, and open protocols (BACnet, Modbus, LonWorks).
• Prior experience leading field technicians and coordinating onsite activities.
• NICET or other industry certifications.
• Strong customer communication and technical documentation skills.

BENEFITS OF WORKING FOR HONEYWELL

In addition to a competitive salary, leading-edge work, and developing solutions side-by-side with dedicated experts in their fields, Honeywell employees are eligible for a comprehensive benefits package. This package includes employer subsidized Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance; Short-Term and Long-Term Disability; 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, Health Savings Accounts, EAP, and Educational Assistance; Parental Leave, Paid Time Off (for vacation, personal business, sick time, and parental leave), and 12 Paid Holidays. Learn more

The annual base salary range for this position is $69,700.00 - $105,000.00. Please note that this salary information serves as a general guideline. Honeywell Technologies considers various factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate's work experience, education and training, key skills, as well as market and business considerations.

The application period for the job is estimated to be 40 days from the job posting date; however, this may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates. Job Posting Date: August 21, 2026.

"Must be a U.S. Citizen due to contractual requirements"

About Us

Honeywell Technologies is a global, pure-play automation company with a legacy of innovating to help solve the world's most mission-critical challenges, enhancing the quality of life for people and communities around the world. We serve the building, industrial and process sectors with a broad portfolio of services, solutions and products, underpinned by our Honeywell Technologies Accelerator operating system and Honeywell Technologies Forge intelligence layer. By combining the deep domain expertise of our more than 50,000 employees with decades of data from our global installed base, we are uniquely positioned to lead the industrial sector's transition from automation to autonomy.

Job Info

• Job Identification 156171
• Job Category Customer Experience
• Posting Date 08/21/2026, 07:54 PM
• Job Schedule Full time
• Locations 400 Herndon Pkwy Suite 100, Herndon, VA, 20170, US (Hybrid)
• Hire Eligibility Internal and External
• Relocation Package None