What are the responsibilities and job description for the Building Automation Technician position at Brooks Building Solutions?
Application Deadline: 21 June 2026
Department: Brooks Building Technologies
Location: Orlando
We are seeking an experienced Building Automation Technician to join our team. As a Building Automation Technician, you will play a crucial role in the operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of building automation systems (BAS) within commercial properties. You will be responsible for ensuring the smooth functioning of various building systems, such as heating, ventilation, air conditioning (HVAC), lighting, security, and energy management. Your expertise will contribute to optimizing energy efficiency, occupant comfort, and overall building performance.
This is a career opportunity — not just a job — in a growing, technology-driven industry.
Key Responsibilities
- Leverage your knowledge to install, configure, and troubleshoot building automation systems, ensuring proper functionality and optimal system performance.
- Help implement and configure building automation system programs and graphical user interfaces (GUIs), with support from senior team members if needed.
- Troubleshoot and resolve system faults, malfunctions, and alarms, while developing a deep understanding of system functionality and design.
- Document installations, repairs, and system changes, ensuring all work is tracked accurately for project closeout.
- Support with preventive maintenance, inspections, and system upgrades.
- Collaborate with team members to ensure projects meet compliance with company standards and regulations.
- Provide end-users and building occupants with clear instructions on BAS system usage and functionality.
- Stay updated on industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices in building automation systems.
- Assist the BAS Service team as needed with inspections and preventive maintenance to identify and resolve any performance issues or malfunctions.
- Minimum of 2 years experience in building automation/controls, HVAC systems, electrical systems, or a similar field is required.
- Proficiency in BAS software, building automation protocols (e.g., BACnet, Modbus, LonWorks).
- Strong problem-solving abilities and attention to detail.
- Ability to work both independently and in a team environment.
- Excellent communication skills to collaborate with team members and interact with clients.
- A passion for technology and energy-efficient solutions.
- Ability to stand, walk, bend, crouch, kneel, and reach as needed.
- Ability to walk active job sites, including climbing stairs and ladders and navigating uneven surfaces.
- Ability to lift and carry up to 25 lbs, with or without reasonable accommodation.
- Ability to wear required PPE during site visits.
Brooks Building Solutions is a Metro Jacksonville Top Workplace (three years running!) and a leader in HVAC, building automation, and energy-efficient solutions for commercial buildings. With 150 employees and a strong culture rooted in growth and collaboration, we offer the career development opportunities and mentorship you'd expect from a growing company—plus direct access to leadership.
We believe in rewarding great work with great benefits:
- Competitive pay
- Paid holidays and PTO (including the day after Thanksgiving a half-day on Christmas Eve)
- Health benefits with HSA contributions
- 401(k) with company match
- Company-wide bonus structure based on return on revenue, with all employees eligible depending on business performance
Brooks Building Solutions is an equal opportunity employer. Employment decisions are based on merit, performance, and business needs. We do not discriminate based on any status protected by law.