Automation Systems, Career Development, Commission Controls, Communication Skills, Computer Programming, Control Systems, Documentation, Driver's License, Electrical Wiring, Environmental Management, Financial Control, Functional Testing, HVAC, Home Automation, Identify Issues, Low Voltage (LV), Maintenance - HVAC, Problem Solving Skills, Project Control, Project/Program Coordination, Project/Program Management, Safety Training, Safety/Work Safety, Startup, System Operations, System Start-Up, System Test, Systems Administration/Management, Team Player
We are looking for an experienced Controls Technician to support commercial, industrial, and municipal HVAC controls and building automation projects across the Gulf Coast region.
This is a hands-on field position for someone who understands how HVAC control systems are installed, started up, commissioned, and troubleshot in real-world jobsite environments. The ideal candidate will be comfortable working with low-voltage wiring, DDC controls, BAS systems, control drawings, field devices, and commercial HVAC equipment.
This role is a strong fit for someone who enjoys technical troubleshooting, working directly with project teams, and helping ensure building automation systems are installed correctly and operating as intended.
Responsibilities
- Install, troubleshoot, and commission HVAC controls and building automation systems
- Perform point-to-point checkout, controller setup, wiring verification, and system startup
- Read and interpret control drawings, wiring diagrams, sequences of operation, and project documentation
- Support DDC controls, BAS integration, sensors, actuators, valves, dampers, and related field devices
- Diagnose wiring, communication, programming, equipment, and system-performance issues
- Work with project managers, programmers, engineers, contractors, and field teams to complete controls projects
- Assist with system testing, functional verification, startup support, and owner training when needed
- Document service notes, startup results, field updates, and project progress accurately
- Communicate professionally with customers, contractors, vendors, and internal team members
- Follow jobsite safety requirements and company procedures while working in the field
Requirements
- Experience with HVAC controls, building automation, DDC controls, BAS, or low-voltage systems preferred
- Ability to read and understand control drawings, wiring diagrams, and sequences of operation
- Basic understanding of commercial HVAC equipment and control applications
- Experience working with BAS platforms, controllers, sensors, actuators, valves, dampers, or similar devices preferred
- Strong troubleshooting skills related to wiring, communication, controls, and system operation
- Comfortable working on active commercial, industrial, and municipal jobsites
- Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills
- Ability to work independently while also coordinating with a project team
- Must be local to the Mobile, AL area or able to reliably commute to project sites
- Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation required
Benefits
- Competitive compensation based on experience
- Opportunity to work on commercial, industrial, and municipal HVAC controls projects
- Hands-on field role with exposure to building automation and controls integration
- Continued technical training and career development
- Collaborative team environment with project managers, programmers, designers, and controls specialists
- Long-term growth opportunity within building automation and HVAC controls
- Additional company-sponsored benefits may be available