Join a leading building automation contractor where your technical expertise will drive the success of cutting-edge commercial HVAC control systems.
Controls Technician
$40 – $55 per hour
Pennsauken, New Jersey
Direct Hire - Full-Time
A well-established building automation and controls contractor is seeking an experienced Controls Technician to join their growing team in New Jersey.
This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on Controls Technician who enjoys working in the field, troubleshooting complex building automation systems, and supporting the successful delivery of commercial HVAC controls projects. You'll play a key role in ensuring systems are installed, wired, commissioned, and operating correctly before being handed over to programming and project teams.
The Role
- Install, troubleshoot, and service Building Automation Systems (BAS) across commercial and industrial facilities
- Diagnose and resolve control wiring, communication, and device issues
- Pull and install low-voltage control wiring from start point to end point
- Terminate wiring at controllers, field devices, panels, and control equipment
- Perform controller setup and verification prior to programming activities
- Support system startup, testing, and commissioning activities
- Troubleshoot network communication issues between controllers and field devices
- Work closely with remote programmers to ensure systems are configured and operating correctly
- Troubleshoot and service boilers and burners
- Verify control sequences and system functionality before project handover
- Complete service reports, commissioning documentation, and project records
About You
- Previous experience working with Building Automation Systems (BAS) or HVAC controls
- Strong understanding of control wiring, controller installation, and commissioning
- Experience troubleshooting communication and field device issues
- Hands-on experience with Tridium Niagara (essential)
- Experience with Distech (highly desirable)
- Experience with Siemens Desigo and/or Honeywell systems (preferred)
- Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and mechanical drawings
- Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
- Comfortable working independently while collaborating with project teams and remote programmers
What's on Offer
- $40 – $55 per hour depending on experience
- Competitive benefits package
- Stable, long-term opportunity with a growing building automation business
- Opportunity to work on a variety of commercial and industrial BAS projects
- Exposure to leading BAS technologies including Niagara, Distech, Siemens, and Honeywell
- Supportive team environment with opportunities for career progression and technical development
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To apply for the Controls Technician role, please apply through Indeed.
Pay: $80,000.00 - $100,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
