BAS Controls Tech (Union)

BAS Controls Technician – San Francisco / San Jose Metro – $35–$75/hr – Enterprise Mechanical & Energy Solutions Firm

Join a High-Performance BAS Division at One of California’s Premier Mechanical & Energy Companies

We are seeking an experienced BAS Controls Technician to support projects throughout the Bay Area (San Francisco to San Jose). This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-respected Building Automation & Energy group within a major mechanical design-build organization with more than 50 years of industry success.

Position Details:

• Title: BAS Controls Technician (Mid-Level & Senior-Level Openings)
• Location: Bay Area – San Francisco / San Jose Corridor
• Tech Stack: Tridium, Distech, Johnson Controls Metasys, JCI FX
• Union Status: Must be a member of or willing to join Local 104, 467, 342, 393, 38, or 39

Responsibilities:

• Install, troubleshoot, and service Building Automation (BAS/DDC) systems in commercial environments
• Support HVAC/BAS systems using Tridium, Distech, Metasys, and related platforms
• Diagnose and resolve programming issues, field controller faults, sensors, and network-level problems
• Work closely with clients, PMs, and field staff during commissioning and turnover
• Provide technical direction, maintenance assistance, and advanced problem-solving in the field
• PLUS: Commission databases, review alarms/trends, and ensure optimized system performance

Ideal Candidate:

• Hands-on experience with Tridium Niagara AX/N4, Distech, JCI Metasys, or JCI FX platforms
• Strong troubleshooting background with DDC controls and HVAC automation
• Comfortable in customer-facing service roles and retrofit/project-based environments
• Knowledge of HVAC system behavior and energy optimization concepts is beneficial

About the Company:

• In business for 50+ years
• 1,000+ employees across Northern California
• Industries supported: Commercial, Education, Healthcare, Labs/Clean Rooms, Government, High-Tech Facilities
• Service Areas: Design-Build, Construction, BAS, Energy Services, Preventative Maintenance

Offered Compensation & Perks:

• Pay Range: $35.00 – $75.00/hr (based on experience and union classification)
• Union Benefits: Outstanding medical, dental, vision, pension, and supplemental benefits
• Company Vehicle: Truck or Van + gas card
• Tools & Equipment: Laptop, Phone, Tools, Uniform provided

Ready to advance your BAS controls career with a financially strong, technology-forward company? Apply today and become part of a team driving intelligent building solutions across the Bay Area.