Controls Service Specialist – Tri-Cities Area, WA – $34–$56/hr. + Company Vehicle + 100% Paid Benefits

About the Opportunity:

A leading mechanical contractor is seeking an experienced Controls Service Specialist to support its building automation service group in the Tri-Cities region of Eastern Washington. This role focuses on servicing, troubleshooting, and commissioning BAS systems for mission-critical environments, including data centers. Candidates with strong Tridium Niagara and Distech experience who are comfortable traveling between sites in the Tri-Cities and Northeastern Oregon will thrive in this position.

Position Details:

• Title: Controls Service Specialist
• Location: Based in Richland/Kennewick, WA – Territory includes Umatilla, Hermiston, and Boardman (OR)
• Status: Full-Time | Field-Based | Limited On-Call Requirements

Ideal Candidate:

• Background as a BAS Technician or Controls Service Specialist
• Strong hands-on expertise with building automation and energy management systems
• Proficient with Tridium Niagara and Distech system platforms
• Capable of writing BAS programs from scratch and working with prebuilt libraries
• Experienced in startup, point-to-point checkout, and functional testing
• Comfortable configuring graphical user interfaces and tuning system performance
• Skilled in troubleshooting, repairs, maintenance, and retrofit work
• Willing to travel regularly to sites across Eastern WA and Northeastern OR
• Must be a U.S. Citizen or permanent resident

Key Responsibilities:

• Commission, start up, and service BAS systems used in critical facilities and data centers
• Develop, test, and verify control programs based on complex sequences of operation
• Perform corrective actions, upgrades, and service improvements on existing systems
• Diagnose system issues through testing, monitoring, and advanced troubleshooting
• Partner with technicians, engineers, and clients to support system performance and reliability

Compensation & Benefits:

• Hourly Rate: $34.00–$56.00/hr. (DOE)
• Company Vehicle: Provided + Fuel Card
• Health Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision – 100% Employer-Paid for Employee & Family
• Retirement: 401k with Company Match
• Time Off: 2 Weeks Vacation + Holiday Pay
• On-Call: Minimal – Additional $150/week when assigned

If you’re a controls professional seeking strong compensation, minimal overtime, and industry-leading benefits, this role offers the opportunity to work on advanced systems within high-priority, mission-critical environments.