Entry Level Bas Controls Technician Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Location: South Bend, IN
Travel: Occasional Regional Travel
Company: JSET Automated Technologies

JSET Automated Technologies specializes in Building Management Systems (BMS), Electrical Power Monitoring Systems (EPMS), and controls installations in mission-critical environments, including data centers. Our field teams are known for delivering safe, high-quality installations while supporting some of the most advanced facilities in the country.

This position is ideal for candidates with experience as a Controls Technician, BAS Technician, BMS Technician, Low Voltage Technician, Instrumentation Technician, Electrical Technician, Power Monitoring Technician, or SCADA Technician.

JSET is seeking a Controls Technician to support Building Management System (BMS), Building Automation System (BAS), and Electrical Power Monitoring System (EPMS) installations throughout the South Bend region.

This role involves installing, testing, troubleshooting, and commissioning control systems that support critical facility infrastructure. While the primary focus will be projects in and around South Bend, candidates should be open to occasional travel to support projects in other regions as business needs arise.

• Install, terminate, label, and verify low-voltage control wiring per project drawings and specifications
• Read and interpret wiring diagrams, schematics, electrical one-lines, and network diagrams
• Install and support field devices including sensors, controllers, meters, gateways, and network switches
• Configure devices using laptops and approved software tools
• Verify IP addressing, network connectivity, and device communication
• Perform point-to-point checks, quality verification, startup activities, and functional testing
• Troubleshoot electrical, signal, and communication issues
• Repair or replace devices, sensors, and field wiring as needed
• Coordinate with commissioning teams, field leadership, and engineering personnel
• Communicate drawing discrepancies, RFIs, and technical concerns to project leadership
• Document installations, testing results, and configuration data
• Maintain materials, inventory, and equipment assigned to projects
• Support project turnover, punch-list completion, and quality control efforts
• Follow all OSHA, site-specific safety requirements, and lockout/tagout procedures

• High School Diploma or GED
• Minimum 1 year of experience in controls, BAS/BMS, low voltage, electrical installation, industrial automation, or a related technical trade
• Understanding of basic electrical theory and safe work practices
• Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings, controls diagrams, and network documentation
• Basic networking knowledge including IP addressing and device communications
• Comfortable using laptops for configuration, diagnostics, and firmware updates
• Strong documentation and organizational skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation

• 2-4 years of experience with controls installation, BMS, BAS, EPMS, power monitoring, or building automation systems
• Experience with Niagara (Tridium), Distech, Ignition, or similar controls platforms
• Experience working in data centers, industrial facilities, or mission-critical environments
• Technical certification, associate degree, or vocational training in electrical, controls, automation, or IT-related fields
• Exposure to SCADA systems, PLCs, industrial controls, or automation technologies
• Experience supporting commissioning and startup activities

• Competitive Pay
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
• Company-Paid Life Insurance
• Career Advancement Opportunities
• Ongoing Technical Training and Professional Development
• Opportunity to Work on Advanced Data Center and Critical Infrastructure Projects

• Ability to lift up to 60 pounds
• Ability to climb ladders and work from personnel lifts
• Ability to work in active construction and operational facility environments
• Ability to distinguish wire colors and read terminal labels
• Ability to wear required PPE for extended periods
• Must be at least 18 years old

If you're looking to build a long-term career in controls, automation, and mission-critical infrastructure, we'd love to hear from you. Join JSET Automated Technologies and help deliver the systems that keep some of the nation's most important facilities operating safely and efficiently.

Work Authorization: Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. JSET Automated Technologies does not sponsor employment visas for this position.