Controls Lead - HVAC​/Mechanical

Bartingale Mechanical is one of Wisconsin's premier providers of commercial plumbing, HVAC, and temperature control services. Headquartered in Eau Claire, we proudly serve businesses across Western Wisconsin with top-tier air conditioning, heating, refrigeration, and building automation solutions. We're known for our advanced tools, expert technicians, and a commitment to exceptional customer service. Whether it's a heatwave or a deep freeze, Bartingale delivers reliable comfort while helping clients reduce energy costs.

The Controls Lead is the mind behind the mechanics‑part problem‑solver, part systems thinker, part field guide. This role connects people, projects, and building automation in a way that keeps complex systems running smart from first sketch to final startup.

To successfully perform this role, an individual must be able to carry out each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements outlined below represent the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary for the position. Reasonable accommodations may be provided to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Oversee the daily schedule for Technicians to meet departmental needs and help manage project schedules.
• Work closely with leaders and clients to understand, coordinate, and support agreements and scope of work.
• Assist in providing direction and support to field teams during the installation and execution of contracts.
• Provide technical troubleshooting, as well as ongoing learning and development support for current staff, including cross‑training to enable full project lifecycle support.
• Develop HVAC control drawings, schedules, submittals, sequences of operation, material lists, network layouts, electrical schematics, and as‑built drawings; select hardware designs from a variety of control vendors.
• Design HVAC control programs and HVAC building automation systems.
• Assist in compiling cost estimates and preparing proposals, and provide technical recommendations for projects.
• Actively engage in continuous self‑study to maintain a competitive edge in the industry and remain current with company standards, practices, and product lines; complete certifications as required.
• Perform material ordering and verification.
• Perform and assist with the commissioning of controls and associated equipment.
• Assist design engineers and project managers throughout all phases of projects.
• Foster an environment of open and consistent communication, collaboration, and mutual respect; support team meetings, reporting, and feedback within the team and with leadership.
• Take ownership of personal professional growth by pursuing opportunities to strengthen industry knowledge, communication, and leadership skills.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Bachelor's degree in HVAC, Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial, or a related field,
  PLUS three or more years of experience in service, controls, or mechanical plumbing/HVAC;
  OR an Associate's degree in a related field,
  PLUS five or more years of experience leading projects and teams within the building automation field.
• Experience with control systems such as Distech Controls, Trane, Johnson Controls, Alerton, Automated Logic, or Siemens.
• Knowledge of and experience working with the Tridium Niagara platform.
• Experience leading building automation projects through all phases of implementation.
• Experience with information technology and networking.
• Knowledge of HVAC equipment, installation techniques, drawings, specifications, building materials, and applicable industry standards, including system prefabrication and installation.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Bluebeam or Adobe Acrobat Pro, estimating software, Procore, Primavera, or other project management software, as well as file‑sharing systems.
• Niagara4 certification is preferred.

• This position will support the Eau Claire, WI territory and surrounding areas.
• Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license with the willingness and ability to travel to client sites/customer locations.
• All offers of employment are expressly contingent upon the satisfactory…