Field Technician - Controls / BAS Specialist

Field Technician - Controls / BAS Specialist - Ashburn, VA - Traveler
This opportunity is with a leading provider of mission-critical data center solutions, delivering building automation services for hyperscale, Colo and enterprise data centers nationwide. This firm supports the installation, commissioning, and optimization of advanced control systems that ensure uptime and energy efficiency in critical environments. This opportunity offers a career-growth minded role with exciting projects, leading-edge technology, and competitive compensation and benefits.

We are seeking a Field-Based (BAS) Building Automation Systems / Controls Technician with experience in installing, integration, testing, and commissioning building automation systems (BAS) and HVAC controls. The ideal candidate will possess strong technical expertise, hands-on installation experience, and a background working with mission-critical or large-scale facilities. Candidates should be proactive, adaptable, and capable of managing work onsite while leading subcontractor teams and interfacing directly with clients.

Responsibilities:

• Lead and coordinate onsite installation efforts for BAS and HVAC control systems across mission-critical project sites including low voltage cable
• Work closely with all parties: project managers, systems engineers, software engineers, construction contractors / subs, equipment vendors and client staff to ensure proper operation, change orders and acceptance of the automation and software solutions
• Work with vendors: scheduling, resource management and coordination of construction and start-up services as needed with MEP trades: electrical, mechanical and equipment suppliers.
• Assist project leadership on automation projects of complex scope
• Review and interpret AE drawings, submittals, and relay logic to ensure proper system functionality
• Install and wire controllers and field devices, retrofit panels, manage cutovers, and oversee jobsite logistics
• Conduct and document functional testing, QA/QC checks of BAS Systems, and commissioning activities
• Perform QA / QC of BAS and integrated systems using BAS software tools
• Provide installation inspections and other closeout duties to ensure customer acceptance
• Provide markups for shop drawings to document as-built conditions
• Create, Modify, Develop MOPs and SOPS for equipment and processes
• Assist with pre-functional and functional testing
• Troubleshoot and optimize BAS systems using field tools and modern diagnostic techniques, including emerging technologies and corrective actions
• Provide clear and consistent communication with project managers, clients, and commissioning agents including daily site updates, daily site safety reporting and progress reports
• Provide input to project teams on estimating and takeoffs for proposals
• Work effectively with limited direction on day-to-day work and general instruction on new projects or assignments
• Maintain daily job site documentation including updates, safety logs, and tracking issues or changes
• Attend project bid walks; engineering surveys for retrofit projects
• Lead installation teams on daily and weekly meetings
• Participate in site audits, project estimates, and client demonstrations as needed
• Provide technical information and safety guidance for activities on site

Qualifications:

• 5+ years of hands-on experience in BAS fieldwork—installation, testing, and troubleshooting required for mechanical and electrical systems
• Experience with Distech and Tridium Niagara platforms strongly preferred
• Technical proficiency with AE drawings, relay logic, and field device wiring
• Demonstrated leadership skills, ability to oversee field personnel and subcontractors
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office; AI and workflow-enhancing technologies
• Must be adaptable, resourceful, and able to work under pressure in fast-paced environments
• Ability to communicate effectively in both written and verbal
• Solid Organizational skills, with the ability to multitask
• Willingness to travel 50-75%
• U.S. work authorization required
• Previous experience in the Military / Military veterans in all branches that have experience with Electrical / Mechanical is a huge plus (Navy Nukes - EMN, ETN, MMNs, Seabees; Army - Power Generation; Air Force – Power Production; Generator Techs; Maritime; Coast Guard; etc.)

Submittal Instructions:
Please apply directly by clicking the link below, alternatively you can forward your resume directly to: [email protected]

After applying, if you have further questions, you may call 973-895-5200 and ask for Iggy. You can also submit via our career portal and take a look at other Critical Facility openings we are working on at,

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Company offers competitive salaries and benefits package including medical insurance, a 401(k) plan
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