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As of Jul 11, 2026, the average yearly pay for entry level building automation programmer in the United States is $80,664.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $68,000.00 and $92,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Entry Level Building Automation Programmer vs Building Automation Technician?

AspectEntry Level Building Automation ProgrammerBuilding Automation Technician
Required CredentialsAssociate's degree or technical certification in automation, HVAC, or related fieldTechnical diploma or certification in HVAC, controls, or electrical systems
Work EnvironmentOffice settings, control system labs, client sites for programmingFieldwork, installation sites, maintenance environments
Employer & Industry UsageBuilding automation companies, HVAC firms, facilities managementHVAC contractors, facilities maintenance, control system providers

While both roles involve building automation, the Entry Level Building Automation Programmer primarily focuses on programming and configuring control systems, often working in office or lab settings. In contrast, Building Automation Technicians handle installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting on-site. Understanding these differences helps job seekers identify the right career path in building automation.

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Building Automation Systems (BAS) Programmer

Building Automation Systems (BAS) Programmer

The Building People

Dallas, TX

$67K - $91K/yr

Other

Posted 4 days ago

Job description

The Building People LLC, are seeking an experienced Building Automation Systems (BAS) Programmer with advanced Niagara N4 experience to support the U.S. Army Reserve's Enterprise Building Control System (EBCS) program. This position is responsible for programming, integrating, commissioning, and troubleshooting Niagara-based building automation systems across a seven-state region. The ideal candidate enjoys solving complex controls challenges, optimizing HVAC system performance, and working independently on high-impact federal facilities projects.

Travel: Approximately 25% overnight travel throughout California, Nevada, Arizona, New Mexico, Texas, Oklahoma, and Arkansas. Company-paid travel.

Primary Responsibilities

  • Program, configure, commission, and troubleshoot Niagara N4 building automation systems.
  • Upgrade existing JACE controllers to current EBCS standards.
  • Integrate field devices and JACEs into the Army Reserve Enterprise Building Control System (EBCS).
  • Configure graphics, databases, network communications, and control sequences.
  • Diagnose and resolve HVAC controls issues including sensors, programming, communications, and network faults.
  • Support Retro-Commissioning (Retro-Cx) projects through controls QA/QC.
  • Perform startup, commissioning, and functional performance testing.
  • Monitor enterprise BAS systems and recommend corrective actions.
  • Coordinate with contractors, engineers, and Army Reserve personnel.
  • Provide owner training and technical support.

Project Support

  • Attend EBCS stakeholder meetings.
  • Support contractor integrations.
  • Review controls work for quality.
  • Assist with project management.
  • Maintain project documentation.
 

*This position will require a minimum of 25% travel

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