Controls Technician

Controls Technician
$40 - $55 per hour
Pennsauken, New Jersey
Direct Hire

A well-established building automation and controls contractor is seeking an experienced Controls Technician to join their growing team in New Jersey.
This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on Controls Technician who enjoys working in the field, troubleshooting complex building automation systems, and supporting the successful delivery of commercial HVAC controls projects. You'll play a key role in ensuring systems are installed, wired, commissioned, and operating correctly before being handed over to programming and project teams.

• Install, troubleshoot, and service Building Automation Systems (BAS) across commercial and industrial facilities
• Diagnose and resolve control wiring, communication, and device issues
• Pull and install low-voltage control wiring from start point to end point
• Terminate wiring at controllers, field devices, panels, and control equipment
• Perform controller setup and verification prior to programming activities
• Support system startup, testing, and commissioning activities
• Troubleshoot network communication issues between controllers and field devices
• Work closely with remote programmers to ensure systems are configured and operating correctly
• Verify control sequences and system functionality before project handover
• Complete service reports, commissioning documentation, and project records

• Previous experience working with Building Automation Systems (BAS) or HVAC controls
• Strong understanding of control wiring, controller installation, and commissioning
• Experience troubleshooting communication and field device issues
• Hands-on experience with Tridium Niagara (essential)
• Experience with Distech (highly desirable)
• Experience with Siemens Desigo and/or Honeywell systems (preferred)
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and mechanical drawings
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
• Comfortable working independently while collaborating with project teams and remote programmers

• $40 - $55 per hour depending on experience
• Competitive benefits package
• Stable, long-term opportunity with a growing building automation business
• Opportunity to work on a variety of commercial and industrial BAS projects
• Exposure to leading BAS technologies including Niagara, Distech, Siemens, and Honeywell
• Supportive team environment with opportunities for career progression and technical development