Controls Technician

Controls Technician – Boston, MA – $38.00/hr to $48.00/hr – Full-Service Mechanical Contractor About the Opportunity

A long-established and award-winning mechanical and building services contractor is seeking an experienced
Controls Technician to support projects throughout the Boston, MA region.

This firm delivers high-performance building and energy solutions, specializing in the installation,startup, commissioning, and service of Building Automation Systems (BAS) for healthcare, higher education,pharmaceutical, and commercial facilities.

This role offers
overtime availability, a company vehicle, and strong benefits while working with a team recognized for technical expertise, reliability, and long-term employee development.

• Title: Controls Technician
• Location: Boston, MA (Greater Boston Area)
• Compensation: $38.00/hr – $48.00/hr + Overtime
• Bonus: Year-End Performance & Profitability Bonus
• Employment Type: Full-Time

• Install, commission, and troubleshoot Building Automation Systems (BAS) across diverse facility types
• Coordinate BAS installations according to engineered drawings, specifications, and project standards
• Mount and wire controllers, sensors, and control panels; test and validate control sequences
• Program and integrate BAS software databases, including custom logic, sequence modifications, and system tuning
• Perform point-to-point verification and full-system commissioning to ensure system integrity and performance
• Diagnose issues with inputs, outputs, network communication, and field devices
• Work with BAS communication protocols including BACnet, Modbus, and LON
• Collaborate with building owners, GCs, engineers, and end users to support successful project turnover

• Previous experience as a Controls Technician or similar BAS controls role
• Strong proficiency in controls integration, programming, and commissioning practices
• Solid understanding of electrical fundamentals and HVAC equipment operation
• Excellent troubleshooting, diagnostic capabilities, and problem-solving skills
• Detail-oriented communicator who can work independently and as part of a team

• $38.00/hr – $48.00/hr (based on experience)
• Overtime Opportunities
• Annual Year-End Bonus (Performance & Company Profitability)
• Company Vehicle with Fuel & Maintenance Included
• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
• Life Insurance, Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
• 401(k) Program with 3% Company Match – Fully Vested Day One
• Generous PTO, Holidays, Sick Leave, and a Paid Birthday Off

Fred Williams, an Equans MEP Services Company, is a highly respected mechanical and building services provider serving the Northeast since 1936. With a workforce of more than 750 professionals, the organization specializes in HVAC, energy services, controls, and full-service MEP solutions supporting healthcare, higher education, life sciences, industrial, and commercial clients.

The company is committed to delivering long-term value through innovation, sustainability,and exceptional customer service.

This position is ideal for a skilled BAS technician seeking a stable environment with
excellent training, career progression, and work-life balance.