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Controls Technician – Building Automation Systems
Location: Boise, ID
Pay: $28–$37/hr + Full Benefits (DOE)
Immediate opening for an experienced Controls Technician to support commercial building automation systems across the Boise region. This role is ideal for a technician who enjoys troubleshooting, solving complex problems, working directly with customers, and improving facility performance through smart building technologies.
Why This Opportunity Stands Out
- Competitive hourly pay: $28–$37/hr
- Full benefits package(medical, dental, vision, 401k)
- Paid vacation, holidays, and sick time
- Stable, long‑term career path in a growing industry
- Collaborative team environment with strong safety culture
- Professional development, certifications, and technical training provided
What You’ll Do
As a Controls Technician, you will perform advanced service, troubleshooting, commissioning, and upgrades on commercial building automation systems (BAS).
Responsibilities:
- Diagnose and repair complex electronic, digital, and networked control systems
- Perform preventive maintenance, system commissioning, and software/graphics updates
- Provide on‑site customer support, ensuring high satisfaction and clear communication
- Assist with job layouts, field sketches, documentation, and as‑built updates
- Support sales teams with technical insights and field‑based recommendations
- Train customers on system operation and provide ongoing technical guidance
- Coordinate with project managers, subcontractors, and internal teams
- Participate in continuous learning to stay current with BAS technologies
Qualifications
- Troubleshooting experience (electro-mechanical systems, HVAC experience highly desirable but will consider applicants with other related technical experience)
- Technical degree, vocational program completion, military, or equivalent practical experience
- Ability to read schematics, wiring diagrams, sequences of operation, and technical documentation
- Effective communication skills with both technical and non‑technical customers
- Strong customer‑service mindset and professional field presence
- Military training and practical experience highly desired but not required
What Success Looks Like
- You solve complex BAS issues efficiently
- You build strong customer relationships
- You identify opportunities for system improvements and upgrades
- You maintain a high standard of safety and documentation
Veterans Are Encouraged to Apply
Several MOS’s have been very successful in this role including but not limited to: ET, EM, IC, 2AXXX, 3E6X1, Aviation Electronics Technicians, Electricians, Patriot System Maintainer, Aircraft Electrician
.