DDC Installation Technician Entry Level

About the Company: CMS Controls
CMS Controls is a leading building automation and controls company serving customers across North Carolina. We provide proven, cost-effective solutions for building automation, energy management, systems integration, and controls installations across a wide range of commercial and institutional facilities.

Our success is built around developing strong people, delivering quality work, and creating opportunities for employees to grow within the building automation industry.

About the Role
The Entry Level DDC Installation Technician is designed to introduce recent graduates and entry-level candidates to the fundamentals of building automation system (BAS) installation.

This is a hands-on field position working alongside experienced Installation Technicians and Team Leads. Technicians will learn how the physical components of a building automation system are installed, including control wiring, conduit, sensors, control panels, and other field devices.

This is intended to provide real-world experience while building the technical skills needed to grow within CMS Controls.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with the installation of control wiring, conduit, sensors, and other BAS field devices.
• Work alongside experienced Installation Technicians and Team Leads on active construction projects.
• Learn to read and understand mechanical, electrical, and controls drawings.
• Assist with mounting, wiring, and terminating building automation control panels.
• Support the installation and wiring of temperature sensors, pressure sensors, actuators, controllers, and other field equipment.
• Learn proper wire routing, termination, labeling, and installation practices.
• Perform labeling and documentation of installed devices and wiring.
• Assist with basic troubleshooting and verification of installed equipment.
• Maintain organized and clean work areas.
• Follow CMS Controls safety procedures and project-specific safety requirements.
• Learn proper use and care of hand tools, power tools, ladders, and other installation equipment.
• Communicate with Team Leads and other project team members regarding installation progress and field conditions.
• Develop an understanding of building automation systems and how controls interact with HVAC and mechanical equipment.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Recent graduate, or entry-level candidate interested in Electrical, HVAC, Building Automation, Controls, Construction, or a related technical field.
• No previous building automation experience required.
• Mechanically inclined with an interest in hands-on technical work.
• Basic understanding of electrical systems and electrical safety
• Comfortable using basic hand tools and power tools.
• Strong work ethic and willingness to learn.
• Dependable and able to work effectively as part of a team.
• Strong attention to detail and pride in quality workmanship.
• Ability to follow instructions, drawings, and established installation standards.
• Willingness to work in active construction environments and various jobsite conditions.
• Ability to communicate professionally with coworkers, contractors, and customers.
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation preferred.
• Applicant must utilize their own tools

Physical Requirements

• Ability to regularly stand, walk, bend, kneel, climb, and work from ladders.
• Ability to work above ceilings and in mechanical rooms and other construction environments.
• Ability to assist with loading, unloading, moving, and storing materials or equipment weighing up to 70 pounds when required.
• Ability to work indoors and outdoors as required by project conditions.