Controls Technician (BMS/BAS) - Columbus, OH

Controls Technician (BMS / BAS / Low Voltage)

Location: Columbus, OH

Travel: Occasional Regional Travel for Project Support

Company: JSET Automated Technologies

About 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, industrial facilities, and critical infrastructure projects.

Our field teams are known for delivering safe, high-quality installations, clean workmanship, and precise documentation 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, Electrical Technician, Instrumentation Technician, Power Monitoring Technician, or SCADA Technician.

Position Overview

JSET Automated Technologies is seeking a Controls Technician to support Building Automation Systems (BAS), Building Management Systems (BMS), and Electrical Power Monitoring Systems (EPMS) throughout the Columbus region.

This role is responsible for installing, testing, troubleshooting, and commissioning control systems that support mission-critical infrastructure. The ideal candidate enjoys hands-on technical work, collaborating with field teams, and supporting startup and commissioning activities in the field.

While this position is primarily focused on projects in the Columbus area, candidates should be open to occasional regional travel to support project needs.

What You'll Do

Install, terminate, label, and verify low-voltage control wiring per project drawings and specifications

Read and interpret wiring diagrams, controls 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 communications

Perform point-to-point checks, startup activities, functional testing, and quality verification

Troubleshoot electrical, communication, and controls-related issues

Repair or replace devices, sensors, and field wiring as needed

Coordinate with commissioning teams, engineers, project managers, and field leadership

Communicate drawing discrepancies, RFIs, and technical concerns to project leadership

Document installations, testing results, and device configurations

Track materials, equipment, and project requirements

Support inspections, turnover documentation, and punch-list completion

Follow OSHA requirements and site-specific safety procedures, including lockout/tagout practices

Required Qualifications

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

Working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications

Strong communication and teamwork skills

Valid driver's license and reliable transportation

Preferred Qualifications

2+ years of experience with controls installation, BMS, BAS, EPMS, or power monitoring systems

Experience with Niagara (Tridium), Distech, Ignition, or similar controls platforms

Experience supporting data center, mission-critical, industrial, manufacturing, or large commercial projects

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

Benefits

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

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

Ability to lift up to 60 pounds

Ability to climb ladders and work from personnel lifts

Ability to work in active construction sites, electrical rooms, and operational facilities

Ability to distinguish wire colors and read terminal labels

Ability to wear required PPE for extended periods

Must be at least 18 years old

Join the JSET Team

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 power some of the nation's most advanced facilities.

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. #J-18808-Ljbffr