Controls Technician; Service & Projects

Position: Controls Technician (Service & Projects)

We offer comprehensive HVAC, building automation system, facilities, and energy solutions. From design to delivery, our solutions are tailored to the specific needs of high‑profile organizations in commercial buildings, data centers, industrial facilities, and other mission‑critical sites.

Job Summary

Job Title: Controls Technician (Service & Projects)
Job Location: Atlanta, GA
Company: EMCOR Services Aircond (subsidiary of EMCOR Group, Inc.)

Company Overview

EMCOR Services Aircond, a wholly owned subsidiary of EMCOR Group, Inc., is the Southeast’s largest provider of commercial and industrial HVAC services. With over 85 years of experience, Aircond delivers comprehensive HVAC solutions to businesses, deploying expert field technicians for maintenance, repairs, and energy‑efficient system replacements. The company combines deep industry expertise with commitment to innovation and reliability.

Position Summary

The Controls Technician will play a dynamic and critical role in both the installation of new building automation systems and the ongoing service, planned maintenance, and retrofit of existing systems.

This role offers a unique blend of project‑based work and technical service, ensuring a diverse and engaging day‑to‑day experience for a control professional. Responsibilities include installation, programming, and repair of building automation and energy management systems for commercial and industrial clients within the Georgia and Alabama regions. The role is based at the EMCOR Services Aircond headquarters in Smyrna, GA.

Schedule:

Monday‑Friday, 8 am‑5 pm EST. Occasional overnight travel (less than 25%) may be required within the Southeast region.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities Installation & Commissioning

• Perform installation, programming, integration, and repair of building management systems (BMS) including service, planned maintenance, and retrofits.
• Lead or assist in the installation and commissioning of new building automation systems on project sites, working closely with project managers and other technicians to ensure timely and successful completion.
• Contribute to retrofit projects, replacing old control systems with new, non‑proprietary solutions.
• Conduct "point‑to‑point" checkouts and terminate low‑voltage connections.

Service & Maintenance

• Perform routine and complex service calls to diagnose and repair issues with building management systems.
• Execute planned maintenance activities on a scheduled basis to ensure optimal system performance and customer satisfaction.
• Maintain and repair low‑voltage wiring, equipment, and devices.

Technical Troubleshooting & Integration

• Troubleshoot and resolve complex issues related to controls, networks, field devices, and integrated systems.
• Load programs in field controllers and run BACnet MS/TP and BACnet IP communication networks.
• Support third‑party equipment integrations.

Customer & Internal Communication

• Establish and maintain positive working relationships with all customers and company employees, ensuring high customer satisfaction.
• Inform sales and management of qualified leads for new construction, service, maintenance, and retrofit opportunities.

Productivity & Documentation

• Efficiently manage time and productivity by planning, scheduling, and communicating all work assignments.
• Complete all required company documentation and reporting in a timely manner.

Why This Role is Different

• Variety and Challenge:
  Involved in short‑term service calls and long‑term project installations, offering diverse technical challenges.
• Growth Path:
  Direct pathway for career growth into System Specialist or Application Engineer with advanced training and certification.
• Cutting‑Edge Technology:
  Work with industry‑leading, non‑proprietary systems like Distech Controls, Tridium Niagara, and Schneider Electric controls.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Minimum of 3 years of progressive experience in the building automation or HVAC controls industry.
• Tridium AX or N4 Certification highly preferred but not required.
• Valid Driver’s License required.

Required Skills

• Strong understanding of commercial/industrial HVAC fundamentals, mechanical equipment (CHW, HW, AHU,…