Job Description

Building Automation Systems Technician – Data Center Infrastructure

Location : Travel-Based Role | Preferred Base Near Atlanta, GA or within Iowa

Travel: Up to 100% travel required (nationwide projects)

About the Role:

Are you ready to play a pivotal role in the construction and maintenance of today’s most advanced building infrastructure systems? Our client, an industry trailblazer in critical facility design and implementation, is seeking a BAS Field Technician to support large-scale projects across the country. This position combines on-site technical execution with strategic coordination, supporting systems that power high-demand environments like data centers and other mission-critical facilities. If you're passionate about HVAC, controls integration, and building automation, and you enjoy traveling for high-impact work, this opportunity offers unmatched exposure and growth potential.

Key Responsibilities

System Installation & Field Oversight (30%)

• Lead onsite installation and retrofitting of Building Automation Systems (BAS) and HVAC control infrastructure.
• Supervise subcontractors and coordinate construction schedules across electrical, mechanical, and specialty vendors.
• Handle on-site logistics, inventory control, safety planning, and team communications.
• Ensure wiring, terminations, and controller integrations follow project and safety specifications.

Commissioning & Systems Validation (40%)

• Partner with engineering and software teams to execute system testing and troubleshooting.
• Participate in pre-functional and functional testing phases, ensuring smooth system transitions from install to live environment.
• Document QA/QC reviews and support final client handoff, including updating as-builts and verifying performance metrics.

Reporting & Communication (20%)

• Deliver project updates and safety reports on a daily basis.
• Track out-of-scope work and support change order documentation.
• Coordinate regularly with project managers, commissioning agents, and end clients.

Engineering Support & Pre-Sales Consulting (10%)

• Support pre-construction planning through site walks, audits, and technical input for proposals.
• Participate in bid reviews and engineering surveys for retrofits or facility upgrades.

Required Experience & Skills

• Strong hands-on experience with BAS platforms (Distech Controls, Tridium Niagara, or similar).
• Solid grasp of HVAC, mechanical, and electrical systems and their integration with automation systems.
• Experience interpreting construction documents, shop drawings, and vendor product specs.
• Familiarity with wiring schematics, relay logic, and low-voltage installations.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and ability to manage digital project documentation.
• Excellent communication skills, able to lead site teams and interact with clients professionally.
• Self-starter comfortable working remotely, with the ability to stay organized and on task during travel.
• Physical capability to navigate job sites, including lifting up to 50 lbs and accessing equipment via ladders or confined spaces.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, construction, or a technical field, OR 7+ years of BAS field experience.
• Proven leadership in installation, startup, and commissioning of BAS solutions.
• OSHA or NFPA70E certification preferred or willingness to obtain.

Why Join This Team?

• Competitive compensation package including medical, dental, vision, and 401(k) with match.
• Paid time off plus additional company-wide year-end break.
• Travel support, per diem, and flexibility in scheduling.
• Career development support including tuition reimbursement, professional licensing assistance, and internal mentorship.
• Work with a team of high-performing engineers on projects at the forefront of smart building technology.

About Blue Signal:

Blue Signal is an award-winning, executive search firm specializing in various specialties. Our recruiters have a proven track record of placing top-tier talent across industry verticals, with deep expertise in numerous professional services. Learn more at bit.ly/46Gs4yS

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