BAS Service Technician - Nashville
Building Automation Service Technician
Location: Nashville, TN & Surrounding Areas
Experience Level: 3+ Years
Employment Type: Full-Time
Work Arrangement: Flexible Schedule / Field & Hybrid Work
About the Role
We're looking for an experienced Building Automation Service Technician with strong hands-on experience in Distech, Tridium Niagara, and/or Delta Controls to support our growing Nashville-based customer base. This role is focused on service, troubleshooting, and optimization of existing BAS installations across commercial buildings, healthcare facilities, and mission‑critical environments.
You'll serve as a key technical resource-diagnosing system issues, restoring performance, and strengthening long-term client relationships. If you enjoy problem-solving in live environments, being the go-to expert in the field, and want a clear, guaranteed path into leadership, this role offers stability, autonomy, and long-term growth.
What You'll Be Doing
- Service, troubleshoot, and maintain DDC and BAS platforms (Distech, Tridium Niagara, Delta)
- Diagnose and resolve control, communication, and network-related issues on live systems
- Perform system inspections, preventative maintenance, and performance tuning
- Modify existing programs, sequences, and setpoints to improve system operation
- Update and enhance graphics, dashboards, and user interfaces as needed
- Integrate and troubleshoot third-party devices using BACnet, Modbus, LON, and other protocols
- Respond to service calls, emergency issues, and customer-reported system problems
- Support system startups, recommissioning, and operational handovers
- Document service activities, recommendations, and corrective actions
- Communicate effectively with customers, project managers, and internal engineering teams to ensure issues are resolved completely
What We're Looking For
Required Experience & Skills
- 3+ years of hands-on experience as a Building Automation / Controls Service Technician
- Strong experience servicing Distech, Tridium Niagara (N4), and/or Delta Controls, including:
- Troubleshooting live systems
- Modifying existing programming and integrations
- Graphics and UI adjustments
- Proven ability to diagnose and resolve hardware, software, and network issues
- Solid understanding of HVAC systems, sequences of operation, and control strategies
- Experience supporting large commercial, healthcare, or data center facilities
- Comfortable working independently in customer-facing, field-based environments
- Strong troubleshooting mindset, documentation habits, and attention to detail
- Professional communication skills and a customer-first attitude
Nice-to-Have (Not Required)
- Manufacturer or Niagara certifications
- Experience with enterprise-level BAS networks
- Exposure to analytics, fault detection, or energy optimization platforms
- Experience performing recommissioning or retro-commissioning work
Career Progression (Guaranteed)
This role includes a defined, supported career path aligned with performance and interest:
- Building Automation Service Technician
- Lead Service Technician
- Service Manager or Project Manager
Whether your strength is advanced diagnostics, customer leadership, or team management, we provide mentorship, training, and real responsibility to help you reach your next role.
Why Join Us
- Work on critical, live systems where your expertise directly impacts performance and uptime
- Join a rapidly expanding company with long-term vision and stability
- Flexible working schedule that supports work-life balance
- Guaranteed financial progression tied to career advancement
- Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) - build long-term wealth as the company grows
- Clear visibility into service leadership and advancement opportunities
- A culture that values craftsmanship, accountability, and technical excellence
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