Building Automation Installation Specialist II

About the Role

Harris is seeking a hands-on BA Installation Specialist II to install the electrical wiring and controls that support reliable, high-performing building systems. In this role, you will turn project plans into safe, complete installations while building your technical knowledge and mentoring less-experienced team members.

You’ll spend your day working from project drawings and job specifications to plan wiring routes, install conduit and cable, connect controls components, and test circuits for safe and reliable operation. You’ll partner with project leadership to understand system design, coordinate materials, and resolve field issues. Your work will include both hands-on installation and the documentation needed to move projects toward successful completion.

Responsibilities

• Install and maintain electrical and electronic wiring, conduit, tubing, cable, and related controls equipment.
• Test circuits and components using multimeters, digital analyzers, voltmeters, ohmmeters, and similar equipment.
• Review blueprints, schematics, specifications, submittals, and product manuals to determine installation requirements.
• Support accurate as-built documentation, labor reporting, expense reporting, and material requests.
• Keep tools and assigned equipment in good condition, communicate job status, and help train BA Installation Specialist I team members.

Why This Role Matters

Your work helps building automation systems operate safely, reliably, and as designed. You’ll directly support project quality by turning engineered plans into complete field installations. You’ll contribute to a team culture centered on safety, accountability, collaboration, and continuous learning. You’ll have opportunities to expand your controls, mechanical systems, and troubleshooting knowledge while helping others develop.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• At least 2 years of electrical field experience or training.
• At least 2 years of experience using electrical test equipment, including multimeters and digital analyzers.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, diagrams, schematics, specifications, submittals, and operation or product manuals.
• Basic understanding of mechanical systems, programmable logic controllers, variable frequency drives, and automation controls.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office, along with strong time management, attention to detail, communication, problem-solving, and troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to work safely on active job sites and follow applicable installation standards and building codes.

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate degree in electrical construction or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Basic understanding of HVAC systems, components, and operating processes.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to move throughout active job sites, stand for extended periods, and walk on uneven surfaces.
• Ability to use ladders and work from ladders, scaffolds, roofs, or other elevated work areas.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to climb, balance, ascend, and descend stairs or ladders while performing installation work.

About Harris

As one of the country's leading mechanical contractors, Harris offers you the best of both worlds: the stability, resources, and opportunities of a national company, and the team culture, creative spirit, and customer loyalty of a local business. From stadiums to manufacturing facilities, power plants to hospitals, concert halls to classrooms, we handle projects of all sizes and complexity from multiple regional locations across the country.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• 401K with company match
• Vacation time, sick time, and paid holidays
• Paid Parental leave
• Short-Term Incentive Plan

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Pay

Pay Range: $24.28 - $36.42 per hour. The actual salary offer will vary by candidate based on specific skills, qualifications, experience, and location.