BAS Field Engineer

Job Title: Field Engineer

Job Summary

We are looking for a hands-on Field Engineer with strong mechanical and electrical skills to maintain and support building automation systems. This role focuses on troubleshooting equipment, performing routine maintenance, and ensuring systems run smoothly. You’ll work closely with customers and team members to keep operations efficient and reliable. This is a 6-12-month contract to hire position.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance and repairs on controllers, servers, and related hardware.
• Inspect and troubleshoot mechanical and electrical components of building systems.
• Monitor equipment schedules and recommend adjustments for better performance.
• Complete assigned tasks on time while meeting quality standards.
• Keep clear records of work performed and provide updates to customers.
• Assist with basic training for owners and operators on system use.

Essential Skills

• Strong mechanical and electrical aptitude.
• Basic understanding of building automation systems (training provided).
• Ability to read and interpret Architectural, Mechanical, and Electrical blueprints.
• Comfortable using Microsoft 365 for documentation and communication.
• Good communication skills for working with customers and team members.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelors or Associate degree, Technical Certificate, or equivalent experience in HVAC, Electrical, or Mechanical fields.
• Experience troubleshooting mechanical/electrical systems.
• Willingness to learn building automation and networking basics.

Work Environment

This role combines onsite work with occasional remote support. You’ll work in a dynamic environment where problem-solving and hands-on skills are key. Training will be provided to help you grow into advanced system support.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of San Antonio, TX.

The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $40.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a fully onsite position in San Antonio,TX.

This position is anticipated to close on Apr 3, 2026.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I is embedded into our culture through:

• Hiring diverse talent
• Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
• Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
• Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

Actalent is an equal opportunity employer.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services. For more than 40 years, we’ve helped visionary companies advance their goals. Headquartered in the United States, our teams span 150 offices across North America, EMEA, and APAC—with four delivery centers in India led by 1,000 extraordinary employees who connect their passion with purpose every day.

Our Bangalore, Hyderabad, Pune, and Chennai delivery centers are hubs of engineering expertise, with core capabilities in mechanical and electrical engineering, systems and software, and manufacturing engineering. Our teams deliver work across multiple industries including transportation, consumer and industrial products, and life sciences. We serve more than 4,500 clients, including many Fortune 500 brands. Learn more about how we can work together at actalentservices.com.

Salary : $25 - $40