Controls Technician; BMS​/BAS and EPMS Power Monitoring - Ridgeland, MS

Controls Technician (BMS / EPMS / BAS / Low Voltage)

Location: Ridgeland, MS (Training in Columbus, OH)

Travel: Required

Company: JSET Automated Technologies

JSET Automated Technologies specializes in Building Management Systems (BMS), Electrical Power Monitoring Systems (EPMS), and controls installations in mission-critical environments, including data centers. Our field teams are known for safe work, clean installs, and precise documentation.

This role is ideal for candidates with experience as a BAS/BMS Technician, Controls Technician, Low Voltage Technician, Power Monitoring Technician, or SCADA Technician
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This role requires flexibility to support projects and teams across multiple regions.

• Initial training will take place in Columbus, OH
• Ongoing project support may include travel to job sites in:
  • Atlanta, GA
  • Columbus, OH
  • Sterling, VA
  • South Bend, IN
  • Other project locations as needed

Travel frequency will vary based on project demands. Candidates must be open and available to travel periodically, including extended assignments when required.

• Install, terminate, label, and verify low-voltage control wiring per drawings and specifications
• Read and interpret wiring diagrams, schematics, electrical single-lines, and network diagrams
• Install and support devices including sensors, controllers, meters, gateways, and network switches
• Configure devices using a laptop and approved software/tools
• Set and verify IP addressing, firmware versions, and network configurations
• Perform point-to-point checks, functional testing, and system startup support
• Troubleshoot electrical, signal, and communication issues
• Repair or replace devices, sensors, and wiring as directed
• Coordinate with commissioning agents, field leads, and engineers to resolve punch list items
• Communicate RFIs to field leadership when drawings or scope require clarification
• Document installations, testing results, and configurations in Procore and project templates
• Track materials, maintain inventory, and communicate field needs proactively
• Follow OSHA requirements, including lockout/tagout procedures
• Support inspections, turnover documentation, and quality control processes

• High school diploma or GED
• 1+ year of experience in controls, BMS/BAS, low voltage, electrical installation, or related technical trade
• Working knowledge of basic electrical theory and safe work practices
• Basic networking knowledge (IP addressing, subnet masks, switching)
• Ability to read prints, schematics, single-lines, and network diagrams
• Comfortable using a laptop for configuration, diagnostics, and firmware updates
• Strong documentation skills using Procore or similar platforms
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel
• Reliable communication and teamwork skills

• 2–4 years of experience in controls installation, BMS, EPMS, BAS, or power monitoring systems
• Experience with Distech, Niagara (Tridium), Ignition, or similar control platforms
• Commissioning or data center project experience
• Technical certification or post-secondary education in electrical, controls, or IT
• Exposure to SCADA systems or industrial automation
• Python or scripting experience for controls/data-related tasks (project-dependent)

• Competitive pay
• 401(k) with employer match
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off
• Ongoing training and career development in high-demand technical fields

• Ability to lift up to 60 lbs
• Ability to climb ladders, work from lifts, and wear PPE for full shifts
• Work in active construction sites and data center environments
• Ability to distinguish wire colors and read terminal labels
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation
• Must be 18 years or older

Join JSET Automated Technologies and help deliver safe, clean, and well-documented controls installations on mission-critical projects across the country.

Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. JSET does not sponsor employment visas for this role.