Senior Building Automation Technician; BAS

Senior Building Automation Technician (BAS)

Final date to receive applications: 5 July 2026

Department: Brooks Building Technologies

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Tampa

Reporting To: Building Technologies - Branch Operations Manager

Compensation: $30.00 - $46.00 / hour

We are seeking a Senior Building Automation Technician to play a key role in launching and growing our Tampa office. This is a unique opportunity for an experienced technician who’s ready to step into a lead role
, take ownership in a new market, and help build something from the ground up—backed by an established and respected company.

Brooks Building Solutions has been serving Florida since 1984, with offices in Jacksonville, Sunrise, Orlando, and Tallahassee. As we expand into Tampa, this role offers the chance to be the go‑to technical expert in the market
, working closely with leadership to grow operations, support customers, and set the standard for quality and execution.

In this role, you will:

• Serve as a lead technician in the Tampa market, supporting project execution and field operations Install, program, troubleshoot, and maintain building automation systems
• Work with HVAC controls, energy management systems, and commercial equipment
• Support and mentor junior technicians as the team grows
• Partner with project managers and leadership to ensure successful project delivery
• Play a key role in establishing processes and best practices for a new office

This is more than just a technician role—this is an opportunity to take ownership, grow with the business, and help build a team around you in a high‑demand, technology‑driven industry.

What we offer:

• Competitive pay scale: $30–$46/hour (based on experience)
• Company vehicle + gas card
• Clear growth path as the Tampa office expands
• Backing of a well‑established company with 40+ years of success in Florida

• Serve as the lead technician for building automation projects in the Tampa market, driving field execution and ensuring quality standards are met
• Install, program, commission, and troubleshoot building automation systems, including control panels, sensors, and networked devices
• Lead system startup and commissioning efforts, ensuring proper functionality, performance, and alignment with design intent
• Diagnose and resolve complex system issues, faults, and alarms across BAS platforms
• Mentor and train junior technicians, providing guidance on best practices, troubleshooting, and system design fundamentals
• Collaborate with Project Managers, engineers, and internal teams to ensure projects are delivered on time and within scope
• Configure and support BAS programming, graphics (GUI), and system integrations
• Maintain accurate documentation of installations, system changes, and service activities for project closeout and ongoing support
• Interface directly with customers, providing technical support, system walkthroughs, and training as needed

Support service and maintenance efforts, including system inspections, upgrades, and performance optimization.

Help establish field standards, processes, and best practices as the Tampa team grows.

Stay current on industry trends, technologies, and evolving building automation systems.

• Minimum of 3+ years of experience working with Building Automation Systems (BAS), HVAC controls, or related systems in commercial environments
• Strong working knowledge of BAS platforms, including system installation, programming, commissioning, and troubleshooting
• Proficiency with industry communication protocols such as BACnet, Modbus, and/or Lon Works
• Ability to diagnose and resolve complex system issues across mechanical, electrical, and controls components
• Experience reading and interpreting control drawings, wiring diagrams, and construction documents
• Demonstrated ability to work independently in the field while also supporting and mentoring junior technicians
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to interact professionally with customers, vendors, and internal teams
• Solid organizational skills with attention to detail in documentation, reporting, and project execution
• Comfortable using laptops, software tools, and…