What are the responsibilities and job description for the Building Automation Controls Technician position at ABM US?
We are seeking a skilled and motivated Building Automation / DDC Controls Technician to join our team. In this full-time, client facility based role, you’ll be responsible for the programming, installation, servicing, and maintenance of Direct Digital Controls (DDC) and Building Automation Systems (BAS) at our customers' commercial facilities.
This opportunity may be assigned to a single site as a dedicated, on-location technician, providing consistent, hands-on support to that facility.
Benefit Information:
ABM offers a comprehensive benefits package. For information about ABM’s benefits, visit ABM Team Member Benefits | Front Line Team Members | (Programa de Beneficios de ABM)
- Competitive Pay
- No Overtime or On-Call Requirements – Unlike almost all HVAC positions, this role does not require you to work after hours or be on an on-call rotation, which offers you a better work-life balance.
- Single-Site Work – You’ll be assigned to one site every day, reducing the stress and unpredictability of traveling to multiple locations.
- Fixed Schedule During Normal Hours – You’ll have a steady, reliable schedule that avoids the long or irregular hours that are common in this industry.
- Company vehicle
- Laptop
Key Responsibilities:
- Interface professionally with commercial building customers and contractors.
- Program and install BAS and DDC control systems.
- Perform scheduled and routine maintenance on BAS components including front-end systems, DDC controllers, and end devices.
- Respond to service calls (emergency, on-site, and remote support).
- Troubleshoot and repair control systems and connected devices.
- Back up controller programs and BAS computers/servers.
- Use maintenance software to document services and manage work orders
Qualifications:
- 5 years of experience installing and programming BAS & DDC control systems.
- H.S. Diploma or GED Equivalent, Associates degree preferred
- Computer literate, including Windows and Office Suite
- Test and Balance experience preferred
- Fume Hood experience preferred
- TEL, Triatek, and/or Metasys controls experience preferred