Building Controls Technician
Company: The Building People
Location: Boston
Posted on: February 21, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description The Building Controls Technician
will provide services related to the expansion, upgrade or
replacement of building automation hardware and software for smart
building infrastructure. The position will work independently to
meet project requirements with limited supervision. The programmer
will be responsible for programming, configuring, and testing of
Direct Digital Control (DDC) building automation and control
systems. The control technician will be assigned to buildings in
Boston, MA and its neighboring suburbs. Responsibilities/Duties:
Design and engineer control system hardware and software
programming based on project plans, specifications, and other
contract documents Ability to program projects with various levels
of complexity Capable of performing network troubleshooting,
database troubleshooting and repair programming Collaborates with
the engineering team on the system configuration, network and
software requirements, graphics, programming, and sequences of
operations Develop and configure the sequence of operations,
programming, graphics, database, network, and integrations into
third party systems Maintains accurate and thorough project
documentation and redlines Provides owner training as required by
the project Executes system commissioning and functional testing
Assist in installation of control hardware Startup and commission
new hardware installations Provide project management assistance on
projects as required, interfacing directly to customers Supervise
sub-contractors and suppliers as needed Help educate lower-level
technicians through on the job training as needed Required Skills
Excellent verbal and written communication skills Proficient in
Microsoft Office Suite or related software Programming skills
Strong analytical skills Strong interactive and communication
skills Strong troubleshooting skills Experience with electronics
and basic electrical circuits Thorough understanding of and ability
to use appropriate tools Excellent customer service and ability to
work well with others Knowledge of DDC Control Theory and
Applications as related to HVAC equipment Strong knowledge of
common DDC communications protocols such as but not limited to
BACnet, LON, Modbus, etc. Required Experience/Education At least 3
years of experience with programming, startup and commissioning of
control systems Niagara Ax or N4 certification a plus but not
required Experience with multiple manufacturers of controls a plus
Technical knowledge with installation of controls equipment and
ancillary devices Physical Requirements Physically able to climb
overhead or crawl under spaces to complete jobs. Must be willing to
work at heights. Must be able to lift up to 35 pounds at times.
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