HVAC Controls Service Technician

Boston

Permanent

USD80000 - USD100000

Automation and Controls

PR/591419_1778237190

Role summary

This is a specialist HVAC controls contractor looking to add a junior to mid-level Controls Service Technician to the growing team in Greater Boston. This is a growth hire within a close‑knit, family‑feel business that values training, support, and long‑term development. The role is primarily service‑focused, with exposure to preventative maintenance and small projects, working across Niagara‑based building automation systems in commercial buildings.

About the organisation

The business is an established HVAC controls contractor operating across the Greater Boston area. The team is deliberately kept small and collaborative, and is seeking to grow, with an emphasis on doing work properly, supporting technicians in the field, and building long‑term client relationships. Engineers are given exposure to real systems, practical troubleshooting, and hands‑on learning rather than being siloed into repetitive tasks.

Key responsibilities

Carry out service, fault finding, and troubleshooting on HVAC controls and BAS systems
Perform preventative maintenance visits and system health checks
Support small works and minor upgrades alongside senior engineers
Diagnose control issues related to sensors, controllers, networks, and field devices
Work with Niagara‑based systems in live commercial environments
Produce clear service reports and communicate findings with customers and the internal team
Build familiarity with client sites and plant operation over time
Participate in a limited on‑call rota (low frequency)

Required experience and skills

2-3 years of hands‑on experience in HVAC controls or building automation
Background in service, maintenance, or support of BAS / BMS systems
Practical understanding of HVAC plant and control sequences
Exposure to Niagara frameworks (training level or field experience acceptable)
Comfortable working independently on site with support when needed
Full eligibility to work in the United States and valid driving licence

Desirable experience

Experience with small controls projects or minor modifications
Familiarity with common field devices and control panels
Basic networking or protocol awareness within building systems
Interest in developing towards a more senior service or project role

Systems and technologies

Niagara‑based BMS platforms
Typical commercial HVAC control environments
Service, maintenance, and small project works

Location and working pattern

Field‑based role covering Greater Boston and surrounding areas
Limited on‑call requirement
Day‑to‑day work centred around service and planned maintenance

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