Building Automation Controls Technician

Energy Systems Group (ESG)

Building automation controls technician maintaining HVAC controls and building systems at Picatinny Arsenal. Supporting field technicians and customers through troubleshooting, repairs, programming, and preventive maintenance.

Posted 8/21/2026contractDover • New Jersey • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in troubleshooting, installing, and maintaining HVAC controls and building systems, with a strong focus on safety and compliance with OSHA regulations. Proficient in building automation, electrical wiring, and providing technical support to field technicians and building occupants.

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HVAC Systems ExperienceBuilding AutomationBacnet Communication ProtocolDelta ControlsGCL Programming Language

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Hard Skills

HVAC ControlsElectrical WiringRelay LogicControl CircuitsPreventive MaintenanceBuilding Control SystemsTechnical SupportComputer MaintenanceCalibration of InstrumentsJob Safety Analysis

Soft Skills

CommunicationProblem-SolvingTeam Collaboration

Tools & Technologies

Building Automation EquipmentMobile Visualization SoftwareNetwork ArchitecturePCs and PeripheralsOperator Stations

Certifications & Qualifications

OSHA 30 TrainingVocational/Technical Training

Industry Keywords

Energy ServicesPerformance ContractingMechanical EngineeringHVAC IndustryConstruction Blueprints

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Troubleshoot, install, repair, and maintain HVAC controls and building systems
Provide technical support to HVAC field technicians, field techs, operators, and building occupants
Operate and maintain building control systems
Troubleshoot and repair electrical wiring, relay logic, control/safety circuits, and electronic boards
Adjust controls for safe and efficient system operation
Install, program, and start up new building automation equipment as needed
Interpret electrical schematics, mechanical drawings, and construction blueprints
Perform preventive maintenance, repairs, replacements, and control-system adjustments
Maintain control systems including servers, operator stations, and mobile visualization software
Install, repair, maintain, and adjust indicating, recording, telemetering, and controlling instruments
Install and configure software and provide technical, operational, and training support for onsite computer users
Troubleshoot computer problems and coordinate repairs with the IT Department
Maintain master building automation display screens, programming, and building layouts; update control points as needed
Communicate job progress and assigned-work issues to supervisors and management
Conduct Job Safety Analysis as required and ensure proper use and condition of personal protective equipment
Adjust and repair final control mechanisms and calibrate instruments to established standards
Replace defective breaker controls, thermostats, switches, fuses, and electrical wiring
Install, test, repair, and troubleshoot standalone PCs, networked PCs, printers, and other computer peripherals
Perform other duties as deemed necessary by management
Work safely and comply with all OSHA regulations

Requirements

What you’ll need

Minimum: 3-6 years in building automation and instrumentation field
Experience with mechanical/HVAC systems
High school degree
Vocational/technical training school
Experience working with Bacnet communication protocol
High level of knowledge of network architecture
Preferred: 5 years of related experience in the Energy Services, Performance Contracting, and/or HVAC Industry
2 years of experience with Delta controls
Knowledge of GCL programming language
OSHA 30 Training
Bachelors of Science in Mechanical Engineering
Ability to work after hours for service/emergency calls
Must work safely and comply with all OSHA regulations
Working knowledge of construction and service of HVAC operations
Working knowledge of computer maintenance and repair

Benefits

Comp & perks

Professional growth and development programs including tuition reimbursement
Comprehensive health, dental, vision insurance plans and wellness plans for employee and your family
Life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, and supplemental benefits
401(k) Savings Plan
Nine Paid Holidays
Paid Vacation and Personal/Sick Leave
Paid Parental Leave for the birth, adoption, or placement of a child/children
Highly competitive salaries and incentive structure