# Controls Technician - Building Automation / HVAC Controls

> AlphaHire · Dothan, United States · Full-time · Posted 2026-07-21

**Workplace:** on_site

## Description

We are looking for an experienced **Controls Technician** to support commercial, industrial, and municipal HVAC controls and building automation projects across the Gulf Coast region.

This is a hands-on field position for someone who understands how HVAC control systems are installed, started up, commissioned, and troubleshot in real-world jobsite environments. The ideal candidate will be comfortable working with low-voltage wiring, DDC controls, BAS systems, control drawings, field devices, and commercial HVAC equipment.

This role is a strong fit for someone who enjoys technical troubleshooting, working directly with project teams, and helping ensure building automation systems are installed correctly and operating as intended.

### Responsibilities

-   Install, troubleshoot, and commission building automation and HVAC control systems
-   Perform point-to-point checkout, controller setup, wiring verification, and system startup
-   Read and interpret control drawings, wiring diagrams, sequences of operation, and project documentation
-   Support DDC controls, BAS integration, sensors, actuators, valves, dampers, and related control devices
-   Diagnose communication, wiring, programming, equipment, and system-performance issues
-   Coordinate with project managers, programmers, engineers, contractors, and field teams
-   Assist with system testing, functional verification, and owner training as needed
-   Maintain accurate service notes, startup documentation, and project records
-   Communicate professionally with customers, contractors, and internal team members
-   Follow company safety standards and jobsite requirements

## Requirements

-   Experience with HVAC controls, building automation, DDC controls, or low-voltage systems preferred
-   Ability to read control drawings, wiring diagrams, and sequences of operation
-   Understanding of commercial HVAC equipment and control applications
-   Experience with BAS platforms, controllers, sensors, actuators, and field devices preferred
-   Strong troubleshooting skills for wiring, communication, controls, and system issues
-   Comfortable working in the field on active commercial, industrial, and municipal projects
-   Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills
-   Ability to work independently and as part of a project team
-   Local to the Mobile, AL or Dothan, AL area, or able to reliably commute to project sites
-   Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation

## Benefits

-   Competitive compensation based on experience
-   Opportunity to work on commercial, industrial, and municipal HVAC controls projects
-   Hands-on field role with exposure to building automation systems and controls integration
-   Continued technical training and career development
-   Collaborative team environment with project managers, programmers, designers, and controls specialists
-   Long-term growth opportunity within building automation and HVAC controls
-   Additional company-sponsored benefits may be available

## Apply

[Apply at AlphaHire](https://apply.workable.com/alphax/j/91010C48D6/apply)

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