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Lead Building Automation System Specialist

Harris Brand
Blackfoot, ID Full Time
POSTED ON 6/13/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 7/2/2026

Control Systems Expertise

  • Maintain certifications and credentials as required to maintain deep subject matter expertise on Building Automation Systems.

  • Systems knowledge – thorough understanding of how HVAC, Building Automation Systems, Lighting, Security, and other systems interact to meet the facilities needs

  • Maintain expertise in system integration and champion integration with clients

  • Support, train, coach, and mentor team members on high quality installation, programming, and operational verification of systems, while being a role model of the Harris values and safety standards.

  • Provide thought leadership on trends and changes in the controls industry

Project Execution

  • Verify system compliance with plans & specifications, change orders, project scope documents/drawings, and approved sequence of operation

  • Actively lead preconstruction activities where applicable including coordination of design, sequence of operations, project turnover, and accounting system setup.

  • Ensure the proper installation of components.

  • Provide detailed verification of wiring and system functionality

  • Inspect systems to determine if they are operating properly.

  • Provide programming of controllers in compliance with system design, specifications, and sequence of operation

  • Integrate other systems as required to meet project scope

  • Diagnose, test, and analyze the performance of system components and assemblies

  • Design graphical user interface of controlled systems within a building.

  • Provide program modification to achieve proper system operation.

  • Troubleshoots and resolves malfunctions and makes recommendations that will improve efficiency or quality of operations.

  • Consult and advise other trades of issues impacting system performance

    Assist in project close-out, commissioning, and owner training per appropriate scope of work for the project.

Project Management and Documentation:

  • Ensure assigned projects are completed on-time, on-budget, and without compromising safety standards

  • Plan, forecast, schedule and coordinate labor, materials, and subcontractors to meet the project schedule and budget

  • Provide timely and accurate communication with your supervisor, the project owner and other trades

  • Record and document changes in scope for processing as change-orders

  • Maintain accurate productivity tracking of labor, material and subcontractors and actively address any deficiencies

  • Document operational activities

  • Maintain a thorough understanding of project schedules, conflicts, or delays and coordinate your activities to remain effective and efficient

  • Compile job documentation, such as checkout sheets, as-built documentation, commissioning documentation, certificate of completion, customer training forms, training certificates and punch lists.

  • Provide sketches or make drawing modifications as needed for accurate project documentation.

What we’re looking for in you

  • 5 years of experience working with Mechanical Systems
  • 5 years of Building Automation Experience
  • 3 years of Programming experience
  • Niagara certified or ability to obtain certification within 1 year.

Authorization to work in the US without sponsorship is required. 

Your life at Harris

As one of the country's leading mechanical contractors, Harris offers the stability, resources, and opportunities of a national company along with the team culture, creative spirit, and customer loyalty of a local business. If you thrive on variety and enjoy new challenges, we want to meet you. From stadiums to manufacturing facilities, power plants to hospitals, and concert halls to classrooms, we handle projects of all sizes and complexity across multiple regional locations throughout the country.

Harris Benefits Compensation

  • Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
  •  401K with company match
  •  Vacation time, sick time, and paid holidays
  • Paid parental leave
  • Short-Term Incentive Plan

Visit our Careers Page for additional benefits details: https://www.harriscompany.com/careers/employee-benefits-at-a-glance

Pay Range: $75,521 - $113,282 per year

The actual salary offer will vary by candidate based on a wide range of factors, including skills, qualifications, experience, and location

 

Salary : $75,521 - $113,282

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