Senior Building Automation Technician (BAS)
Brooks Building Solutions · Palmetto, FL · 4 wk ago
On-siteManagement$30–$46/hrFull-time
Description
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.
Key Responsibilities
- 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
Skills, Knowledge and Expertise
- 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 LonWorks
- 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 diagnostic equipment in the field
- Commitment to safety, quality workmanship, and continuous improvement in a fast-paced environment
Physical Requirements
- Ability to stand, walk, bend, crouch, kneel, and reach as needed
- Ability to walk active job sites, including climbing stairs and ladders and navigating uneven surfaces
- Ability to lift and carry up to 25 lbs, with or without reasonable accommodation
- Ability to wear required PPE during site visits
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
- Competitive pay
- Paid holidays and PTO (including the day after Thanksgiving + a half-day on Christmas Eve)
- Health benefits with HSA contributions
- 401(k) with company match
- Company-wide bonus structure for eligible employees based on business performance