Building Automation System (BAS) Technician
Not Disclosed•Full-TimeOn-site
location_on3018, 10th Street North, Clarendon, Arlington, Arlington County, Virginia, 22201, United States
About the Role
As a Building Automation System (BAS) Technician, you will serve as an Owner's Representative for a Department of Defense customer in Arlington, VA. This is a client-facing position where you act as the primary liaison between Chinook Systems and the DoD, providing direct expertise and QA/QC support for other BAS contractors. You will be the go-to on-site authority for the operation and maintenance of the BAS system, ensuring it is optimized to meet mission-critical control and monitoring requirements without alarms or overrides.
In this role, you will coordinate and manage both internal and external resources to deliver on strict deadlines and project expectations. Your day-to-day involves reviewing contractor work, overseeing system design, installation, and programming, and updating graphical displays and computer-based interfaces. You will also maintain strong relationships with all engineering disciplines and identify opportunities to develop new business.
About Chinook Systems
Chinook Systems, Inc. is a leader in delivering lifecycle energy security solutions to mission-critical government and commercial facility owners. We specialize in the engineering, construction, commissioning, and operations of intelligent, cyber-secure, code-compliant, and energy-efficient building systems. Our solutions save millions in utility costs, reduce harmful emissions, and mitigate cyber-attacks on facilities.
We provide motivated employees with the opportunity to advance in a fast-growing, innovative, entrepreneurial, and collaborative work environment.
Physical Requirements
This position requires the ability to walk construction sites with uneven surfaces, carry up to 25 lbs., and climb stairs and ladders. You must be comfortable working both indoors and outdoors in severe weather conditions, confined spaces, and dust-generating environments. Maintaining spatial awareness and complying with safety standards while working near mechanical and electrical building equipment is essential, as is the ability to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) where required.
Equal Opportunity
Chinook Systems Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate against anyone because of their differences, such as age, disability, ethnicity, religion, national origin, gender, gender identity and expression, or sexual orientation. Chinook is committed to providing veteran employment opportunities to our service men and women.
Work location
Work model: On-site
3018, 10th Street North, Clarendon, Arlington, Arlington County, Virginia, 22201, United States
Arlington, Virginia
Key Responsibilities
- check_circleReview work of other BAS contractors to provide QA/QC support
- check_circleProvide BAS expertise and opinions directly to the customer
- check_circleMaintain and improve client relationships with engineering disciplines
- check_circleIdentify and develop new business opportunities
- check_circleEnsure Building Automation Systems are optimized to meet mission requirements
- check_circleCoordinate and manage internal and external resources to meet deadlines
- check_circlePerform commissioning, emulation, testing, and simulation of systems
- check_circleOversee and inspect systems design, installation, and programming
- check_circleUpdate programming on graphical displays and computer-based interfaces
- check_circleServe as the on-site point of contact for BAS operation and maintenance
Requirements
- verifiedHigh School Diploma and 8 years BACnet/LON/MODBUS experience or college degree with relevant BAS experience
- verified4 years field installation, maintenance, or programming experience with BAS (e.g., Metasys, DisTech, Niagara)
- verifiedKnowledge of Automation Networks (BACnet, LON, MODBUS) and Industrial/Automation IP networking
- verifiedU.S. Citizenship
- verifiedAbility to obtain and maintain Top Secret clearance
Nice to Have
Active Secret or higher Security Clearance. OSHA 30 hour certificate. Experience with Human-Machine Interfaces (HMI). Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, or another related discipline or a 2-year associates degree in BAS, HVAC Controls, or HVAC engineering technologies.
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Skills, education and keywords
Skills: Building Automation System, Bas, Lon, Modbus, Hvac, Industrial Automation, Metasys, Distech, Niagara, Automation Networks.
Education: High School Diploma required with 8 years experience or equivalent; Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or related discipline preferred; 2-year Associate's degree in BAS, HVAC Controls, or related field preferred.
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In this Building Automation System (BAS) Technician at Chinook Systems Inc. role, you will review work of other bas contractors to provide qa/qc support; provide bas expertise and opinions directly to the customer; maintain and improve client relationships with engineering disciplines; and identify and develop new business opportunities.
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To qualify for the Building Automation System (BAS) Technician at Chinook Systems Inc. position, applicants should have: High School Diploma and 8 years BACnet/LON/MODBUS experience or college degree with relevant BAS experience; 4 years field installation, maintenance, or programming experience with BAS (e.g., Metasys, DisTech, Niagara); Knowledge of Automation Networks (BACnet, LON, MODBUS) and Industrial/Automation IP networking; U.S. Citizenship; and Ability to obtain and maintain Top Secret clearance.
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Building Automation System (BAS) Technician at Chinook Systems Inc. is based in 3018, 10th Street North, Clarendon, Arlington, Arlington County, Virginia, 22201, United States. This is a on-site role.
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Chinook Systems Inc. has listed this Building Automation System (BAS) Technician role as on-site.
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Building Automation System (BAS) Technician at Chinook Systems Inc. typically requires 8+ years of relevant experience at the senior level.
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Key skills for Building Automation System (BAS) Technician at Chinook Systems Inc. include Building Automation System; Bas; Lon; Modbus; Hvac; Industrial Automation; Metasys; and Distech.
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Educational requirements for this role: High School Diploma required with 8 years experience or equivalent; Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or related discipline preferred; and 2-year Associate's degree in BAS, HVAC Controls, or related field preferred.
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Building Automation System (BAS) Technician at Chinook Systems Inc. is part of the engineering job category on Recrutus.
About Chinook Systems Inc.
Chinook Systems Inc. operates within the facilities services industry, providing comprehensive care and management for buildings across Arlington, VA. The company serves diverse sectors where structures support critical human activities, including healthcare, research, education, and national security. By treating facilities as living entities that require constant attention, Chinook Systems focuses on diagnosing operational issues and implementing solutions that restore harmony and efficiency. The firm acts as a lifecycle partner, offering services that range from immediate maintenance to long-term optimization strategies designed to protect assets and enhance their functionality over time.
Guided by the principles of the Chinook winds, the organization emphasizes a resilient, nature-inspired approach to facility management. This philosophy drives the delivery of realistic, forward-thinking solutions that address current challenges while planning for future needs. The company maintains a global footprint, ensuring that its commitment to high-quality service extends beyond its headquarters. Chinook Systems Inc. is dedicated to the long-term success of its clients, striving to enrich and safeguard the environments where people work, learn, and live. Through its dedicated workforce, the company contributes to the sustained evolution of the built environment, ensuring that buildings remain safe, functional, and capable of supporting the activities within them.
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