Building Automation Systems Technician – Data Center Infrastructure

Building Automation Systems Technician – Data Center Infrastructure

Location: Portland, OR (Field-Based with Nationwide Travel)

Industry: Engineering – Mission-Critical/Data Center Infrastructure

Employment Type: Full-Time

Transform the Future of Intelligent Buildings

Join a cutting-edge engineering firm redefining how automation integrates with the backbone of hyperscale digital infrastructure. This is your opportunity to work at the intersection of advanced technology and mission-critical environments, where your technical skill can have a measurable impact. As a Building Automation Systems Technician, you will be empowered to lead complex installations, travel nationwide, and shape the success of sophisticated facility systems powering top-tier data centers.

Key Responsibilities

• Direct on-site field operations for the installation of BAS and HVAC control systems across diverse projects.
• Integrate, retrofit, and commission control panels, field devices, and smart building technology.
• Perform system testing, quality assurance, and client-facing demonstrations to ensure functionality and satisfaction.
• Troubleshoot complex automation environments using standard and AI-driven diagnostics tools.
• Maintain site documentation, enforce safety protocols, and support compliance throughout all phases.
• Collaborate in the estimating and planning phases of projects, including bid walks and technical assessments.

Required Experience & Skills

• Minimum 5 years of hands-on BAS field installation and troubleshooting (Distech and Tridium Niagara preferred).
• Expertise in interpreting AE drawings and implementing relay logic in control systems.
• Proven leadership in field operations, with the ability to manage subcontractors and communicate with stakeholders.
• Familiarity with MS Office suite and readiness to adopt emerging technology, including AI platforms.
• Willingness to travel nationwide up to 75%; must hold valid US work authorization and a REAL ID or passport.

Why Join This Team?

• Remote-First Flexibility: Work from anywhere with full virtual support.
• Market-Leading Compensation: Competitive salary structures tailored for skilled field professionals.
• Stability Meets Innovation: Over four decades of success in critical systems, now evolving with AI and cloud-based tools.
• Top-Tier Benefits: Full medical, dental, vision, and 401(k) with match. Includes generous PTO, paid parental leave, and innovation bonus.
• Career Development: Access to training stipends, mentorship, and advancement opportunities.

About Blue Signal:

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