# HVAC Controls Technician

> AlphaHire · Dothan, United States · Full-time · Posted 2026-09-11

**Workplace:** on_site

## Description

We are seeking an experienced **HVAC Controls Technician** to join a growing Building Automation team supporting commercial, industrial, healthcare, educational, and municipal facilities throughout the Gulf Coast region.

This field-based position is responsible for **installing, commissioning, troubleshooting, and servicing HVAC controls and Building Automation Systems (BAS)**. The ideal candidate has hands-on experience with DDC controls, low-voltage systems, and commercial HVAC equipment, along with strong troubleshooting and customer-service skills.

Responsibilities

-   Install, configure, commission, troubleshoot, and maintain HVAC controls and BAS systems.
-   Perform controller startup, point-to-point testing, wiring inspections, functional testing, and system commissioning.
-   Troubleshoot DDC controllers, sensors, actuators, valves, dampers, VFDs, communication networks, and related field devices.
-   Read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, control drawings, sequences of operation, and project specifications.
-   Diagnose and resolve electrical, controls, communication, and system-performance issues.
-   Support startup, commissioning, optimization, and performance verification of new and existing BAS installations.
-   Coordinate with Project Managers, Engineers, Programmers, subcontractors, and customers throughout project execution.
-   Train customers and facility personnel on system operation, maintenance, and basic troubleshooting.
-   Complete service reports, commissioning documentation, startup records, and other required paperwork.
-   Perform preventative maintenance, inspections, and service calls as needed.
-   Maintain high standards of safety, workmanship, and professionalism on every jobsite.

## Requirements

-   **2+ years of experience with HVAC controls, BAS, DDC controls, or related low-voltage systems.**
-   Strong understanding of commercial HVAC equipment, control sequences, and building automation.
-   Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, control drawings, and sequences of operation.
-   Experience troubleshooting electrical, controls, communication, and BAS issues.
-   Familiarity with controllers, sensors, actuators, relays, valves, dampers, VFDs, and other control devices.
-   Experience with BAS platforms such as **Tridium Niagara, Johnson Controls, Siemens, Schneider Electric, Honeywell, Distech, Alerton, Carrier**, or similar.
-   Working knowledge of **BACnet, Modbus, LonWorks**, or other building automation protocols.
-   Commercial HVAC controls commissioning experience is preferred.
-   EPA certification, electrical license, or relevant technical certifications are a plus.
-   Strong communication, customer-service, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
-   Valid driver's license and willingness to travel throughout the Gulf Coast region.

## Benefits

-   Competitive salary based on experience.
-   Company vehicle or vehicle allowance, where applicable.
-   Health, dental, and vision insurance.
-   401(k) with company match.
-   Paid time off and company holidays.
-   Ongoing technical training and manufacturer certification opportunities.
-   Career advancement opportunities within a growing Building Automation and Controls team.
-   Collaborative, safety-focused work environment.
-   Opportunities to work on a variety of commercial and complex BAS projects.

## Apply

[Apply at AlphaHire](https://apply.workable.com/alphax/j/F2FA09E779/apply)

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