Senior Controls Installation Technician
Job Description
About the Role
FES is seeking a Senior Controls Installation Technician with advanced field installation experience in Building Automation Systems (BAS). This position requires strong technical ability, leadership on active construction sites, and a commitment to quality workmanship and safety.
As a senior member of the team, you’ll oversee field installation, mentor junior technicians, and ensure that projects are delivered efficiently, safely, and in alignment with engineering and project specifications.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide leadership and direction to FES installation teams and subcontractors in the field.
- Collaborate with the Engineering Department, providing feedback on control design and installation feasibility.
- Participate in the project preplanning and coordination process, ensuring alignment with other trades.
- Lead the installation and execution of assigned BAS projects from start to finish.
- Install and route conduit, cable, and control wiring in accordance with industry standards and local codes.
- Mount and terminate controllers, sensors, actuators, and other field devices.
- Troubleshoot and verify field wiring, terminations, and device functionality using test instruments.
- Identify and escalate field issues or customer concerns to ensure timely resolution.
- Maintain a safe, organized, and efficient work environment on all job sites.
- Mentor and train junior-level technicians, supporting their growth and technical development.
- Work day or night shifts as required by project schedules, including some exposure to outdoor environments and open construction areas.
Facility Engineering Services is a growing company with business interests in HVAC mechanical service, automatic temperature controls installation, and DDC service. We are a market leader in the Baltimore/Washington metropolitan area and have involvement in projects worldwide.
