# Controls Technician - Building Automation / HVAC Controls

> AlphaHire · Mobile, 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 HVAC controls and building automation 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 field devices
-   Diagnose wiring, communication, programming, equipment, and system-performance issues
-   Work with project managers, programmers, engineers, contractors, and field teams to complete controls projects
-   Assist with system testing, functional verification, startup support, and owner training when needed
-   Document service notes, startup results, field updates, and project progress accurately
-   Communicate professionally with customers, contractors, vendors, and internal team members
-   Follow jobsite safety requirements and company procedures while working in the field

## Requirements

-   Experience with HVAC controls, building automation, DDC controls, BAS, or low-voltage systems preferred
-   Ability to read and understand control drawings, wiring diagrams, and sequences of operation
-   Basic understanding of commercial HVAC equipment and control applications
-   Experience working with BAS platforms, controllers, sensors, actuators, valves, dampers, or similar devices preferred
-   Strong troubleshooting skills related to wiring, communication, controls, and system operation
-   Comfortable working on active commercial, industrial, and municipal jobsites
-   Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills
-   Ability to work independently while also coordinating with a project team
-   Must be local to the Mobile, AL area or able to reliably commute to project sites
-   Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation required

## 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 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

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