What are the responsibilities and job description for the Building Automation Technician position at Ellingson Plumbing, Heating, A/C & Electrical?
About Us: Automated Technologies, a sister company of Ellingson Plumbing, Heating, A/C & Electrical, is a leading construction and controls firm partnering with commercial, industrial, and institutional clients. We offer expertise in areas such as control system integration, mechanical systems, and electrical services.
We value integrity, dedication, family, service, and excellence. Our team takes pride in delivering high-quality work and exceptional service. Automated Technologies employees make a difference in our communities every day and are the cornerstone of our success. Our small team atmosphere makes working at Automated Technologies feel like home while still being large enough to provide opportunities for career growth.
Position Overview:
The Building Automation Technician commissions new building automation systems, performs preventive maintenance, and responds to service calls. This role diagnoses and resolves technical issues to ensure reliable system performance and customer satisfaction. The technician works with internal teams and customers to support system start-up, integration, troubleshooting, and training. On-the-job training is provided to support technical skill growth and career development.
The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, committed to quality, and eager to contribute to our growing team. If you seek competitive pay, excellent benefits, and a company that values your expertise, we want to hear from you!
Key Responsibilities
The Building Automation Technician supports the installation, start-up, commissioning, integration, and maintenance of building automation systems with a focus on equipment-level operation. This role assists with testing sequences of operation, performing startup and functional checks on HVAC equipment, validating alarms and safeties, and tuning control loops and setpoints. The technician works closely with TAB contractors and mechanical teams to resolve equipment-specific control issues.
The technician also provides onsite training, assists with troubleshooting, and maintains accurate records of installations, service calls, maintenance, and project activities within company databases while maintaining strong knowledge of building automation systems (BAS) and HVAC controls. This role communicates technology capabilities to technical and business users, identifies customer needs and sales opportunities to support growth, and resolves customer issues in alignment with company goals and values.
Qualifications
- 3–6 years BAS or HVAC controls experience
- Journeyman HVAC Technician or equivalent experience
- Familiarity with BAS programming environments
- Ability to read architectural, mechanical, and electrical blueprints
- Understanding of basic electrical systems and network communications (TCP/IP, Ethernet, VPN)
- Valid driver’s license with clean driving record and ability to obtain a DOT physical
- Ability to travel approximately 25 percent
- OSHA 10 certification preferred
What We Offer
Competitive pay based on experience.
We offer three different health insurance plans. Our dental, vision, short-term disability, and life insurance plans are free. We offer a 401(k) plan with 3% match, paid time off, holidays and an annual uniform and boot allowance.
Our employees and their families are very important to us, and we sponsor regular events including employee breakfasts, fishing excursions, skeet, sporting events, holiday dinners, and other events throughout the year.
We also invest in our employees by providing onsite training and professional development opportunities.
Why Join Us?
At Automated Technologies, we are more than just a workplace, we are a family. We foster a supportive environment, prioritize work-life balance, and create opportunities for professional and personal growth. Join us and become part of a company committed to your success. We look forward to welcoming you to our team!