What are the responsibilities and job description for the BAS Technician Helper position at S.M. Lawrence?
S.M. Lawrence has been doing it right for over 100 years. Our foundation of uncompromising integrity, unequaled service and effective project management has led us to where we are today. We are always searching for new and talented people who share our values and are dedicated to the continued success of this company.
As the Building Automation Systems (BAS) Technician Helper will assist with mounting devices, installing conduit, pulling low voltage, and assisting our technicians on commercial HVAC controls projects. This role assists in ensuring BAS platforms operate safely and efficiently to monitor and control HVAC, ventilation, lighting, and other building systems—while delivering a professional customer experience and accurate project documentation.
Compensation aspects of the role are dependent upon knowledge, skills and experience.
Principal Duties And Responsibilities
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this job. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.
Comfort Systems USA, Inc., together with its subsidiaries, is an equal opportunity employer in all aspects of employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
We strive to foster a work environment that includes and embraces racial, ethnic and gender diversity and other individual differences. Our commitment to diversity and inclusion helps us attract and retain the best talent, enables employees to realize their full potential, and drives high performance through innovation and collaboration.
As the Building Automation Systems (BAS) Technician Helper will assist with mounting devices, installing conduit, pulling low voltage, and assisting our technicians on commercial HVAC controls projects. This role assists in ensuring BAS platforms operate safely and efficiently to monitor and control HVAC, ventilation, lighting, and other building systems—while delivering a professional customer experience and accurate project documentation.
Compensation aspects of the role are dependent upon knowledge, skills and experience.
Principal Duties And Responsibilities
- Assist with installation of BAS controllers, sensors, actuators, and field devices
- Pull and terminate low-voltage wiring for controls systems
- Mount and wire panels, VAV boxes, and other field equipment under supervision
- Support senior technicians during startup, commissioning, and troubleshooting
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe jobsite
- Read and interpret basic wiring diagrams and installation drawings
- Follow site-specific safety procedures, including PPE requirements on industrial and commercial job sites
- Learn the fundamentals of HVAC systems, controls sequences, and BAS front-end software over time.
- Perform other related duties or special projects, as assigned
- High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
- Hands‑on experience with BAS installation, checkout, and service (DDC controls, low‑voltage wiring, device calibration) is a plus.
- Strong time management; able to work independently or as part of a team; clear written/verbal communication with customers.
- OSHA 10 hour preferred.
- Ability to work in various field conditions (heights, mechanical rooms, industrial environments)
- Basic hand tool proficiency
- Willingness to learn and take direction
- Strong work ethic, punctuality, and attention to detail
- Initiative; self-motivated (driven), self-starter.
- Excellent communication and customer services skills.
- Analytical and problem-solving skills, possesses teaching and coaching skills
- Professional demeanor and positive, caring attitude.
- Ability to stand, squat, bend, stoop and comfortably lift up to 50 lbs.
- Ability to pass a full background screening and drug screening
- Ability to pass MVR check (if applicable) or must have reliable transportation
- Ability to pass a physical ability test
- Ability to travel, as needed, for projects
- 401K match
- Medical
- HSA
- Dental
- Vision
- Long-term Disability
- PTO
- Paid Holidays
- Pet Insurance
- Employee Assistance Program
- Company Discount Program
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this job. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.
Comfort Systems USA, Inc., together with its subsidiaries, is an equal opportunity employer in all aspects of employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
We strive to foster a work environment that includes and embraces racial, ethnic and gender diversity and other individual differences. Our commitment to diversity and inclusion helps us attract and retain the best talent, enables employees to realize their full potential, and drives high performance through innovation and collaboration.