Sr Controls Technician

Position Profile
Location: Nashville, TN
Position Title: Senior Controls Technician

The Opportunity:
This is a pivotal opportunity to step into a highly visible, impact-driven role within a fast-growing building automation business. The Senior Controls Technician in Nashville serves as the critical bridge between junior technicians and senior leadership, directly influencing project execution, team development, and customer satisfaction. This role exists due to growth and internal promotion, and its success will immediately relieve pressure on the Director while elevating the performance of the entire local team. The person in this position will be trusted to take direction and run with it—mentoring junior technicians, providing hands-on technical support, and helping ensure projects are delivered efficiently and to a high standard.

The Company:
The organization designs, builds, programs, and commissions advanced building automation systems for new and existing facilities across multiple markets. It leverages industry-leading, user-friendly automation technologies and is known for its technical depth and collaborative culture. As part of a larger, employee-owned enterprise, the company benefits from long-term stability, shared ownership, and a strong growth trajectory. Employees participate in an ownership structure that reinforces accountability, long-term thinking, and shared success. The business has expanded significantly in recent years and continues to invest heavily in people, training, and internal career mobility.

The Boss:
This position reports directly to the Director of the Nashville office, a highly respected technical leader who was promoted internally from a Senior Technician role. With a strong background in large, reputable controls organizations, the Director is deeply hands-on, technically strong, and highly committed to delivering quality work. He is currently stretched due to growth, and this role is designed to be a true partner—someone who can take ownership, mentor others, and reduce day-to-day bottlenecks.

The Position:
The Senior Controls Technician is a hybrid leadership and technical role. While remaining hands-on in the field, this individual will act as a go-between for junior technicians and management, providing daily technical guidance, troubleshooting support, and direction. The role also includes elements of basic project management, coordination with internal teams, and proactive problem-solving to keep jobs moving forward. The position is based in Nashville and requires a strong local presence.

Essential Functions (Other duties may be assigned):

• Provide hands-on technical support for building automation system installations, programming, commissioning, and troubleshooting
• Mentor and guide junior technicians, helping develop skills and improve daily execution
• Serve as a technical resource for the Nashville team, stepping in when complex issues arise
• Assist with managing daily activities and priorities for technicians in the field
• Support basic project management efforts, including coordination and closeout support
• Collaborate with project managers, engineers, and clients to ensure successful project delivery
• Configure and integrate control devices, sensors, and system components
• Perform system testing, diagnostics, and preventative maintenance
• Identify opportunities for system improvements, energy savings, and operational enhancements
• Maintain accurate documentation, including as-built drawings and system records

Qualifications:

• Strong, hands-on background in building automation and controls
• Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot complex BAS issues
• Experience working with industry-standard platforms such as Delta Controls, Distech, Tridium Niagara, Honeywell, or similar
• Working knowledge of standard protocols including BACnet and Modbus
• Proven ability to work independently without close supervision
• Strong communication skills and comfort supporting both technicians and leadership
• Willingness to remain field-focused rather than transitioning into a purely desk-based role

Education and Experience:

• Typically 7–10 years of building automation systems experience; candidates with 5+ years and strong motivation may be considered
• Background in servicing, installing, programming, and commissioning BAS projects
• Local to the Nashville market or able to work on-site consistently

Competencies:

• Technical leadership and mentorship
• Initiative and self-direction
• Problem-solving and analytical thinking
• Collaboration and teamwork
• Adaptability in a fast-growing environment
• Attention to detail and quality

Work Environment:
This role is based out of the Nashville office with regular travel to regional job sites. The environment is fast-paced and collaborative, combining office coordination with hands-on fieldwork. The local BAS team consists of approximately eight people, including technicians, a project coordinator, and estimating support, all working closely together.

Compensation:
The organization offers a competitive compensation package aligned with experience, along with a comprehensive benefits program that includes employee ownership, discretionary bonuses, health and retirement benefits, paid time off, and professional development opportunities.