Controls Technician – Boston, MA – $38.00/hr to $48.00/hr – Full-Service Mechanical Contractor

About the Opportunity

A long-established and award-winning mechanical and building services contractor is seeking an experienced Controls Technician to support projects throughout the Boston, MA region. This firm delivers high-performance building and energy solutions, specializing in the installation, startup, commissioning, and service of Building Automation Systems (BAS) for healthcare, higher education, pharmaceutical, and commercial facilities.

This role offers overtime availability, a company vehicle, and strong benefits while working with a team recognized for technical expertise, reliability, and long-term employee development.

Position Details

• Title: Controls Technician
• Location: Boston, MA (Greater Boston Area)
• Compensation: $38.00/hr – $48.00/hr + Overtime
• Bonus: Year-End Performance & Profitability Bonus
• Employment Type: Full-Time

Key Responsibilities

• Install, commission, and troubleshoot Building Automation Systems (BAS) across diverse facility types
• Coordinate BAS installations according to engineered drawings, specifications, and project standards
• Mount and wire controllers, sensors, and control panels; test and validate control sequences
• Program and integrate BAS software databases, including custom logic, sequence modifications, and system tuning
• Perform point-to-point verification and full-system commissioning to ensure system integrity and performance
• Diagnose issues with inputs, outputs, network communication, and field devices
• Work with BAS communication protocols including BACnet, Modbus, and LON
• Collaborate with building owners, GCs, engineers, and end users to support successful project turnover

Ideal Candidate

• Previous experience as a Controls Technician or similar BAS controls role
• Strong proficiency in controls integration, programming, and commissioning practices
• Solid understanding of electrical fundamentals and HVAC equipment operation
• Excellent troubleshooting, diagnostic capabilities, and problem-solving skills
• Detail-oriented communicator who can work independently and as part of a team

What’s Offered

• $38.00/hr – $48.00/hr (based on experience)
• Overtime Opportunities
• Annual Year-End Bonus (Performance & Company Profitability)
• Company Vehicle with Fuel & Maintenance Included
• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
• Life Insurance, Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
• 401(k) Program with 3% Company Match – Fully Vested Day One
• Generous PTO, Holidays, Sick Leave, and a Paid Birthday Off

About the Company

Fred Williams, an Equans MEP Services Company, is a highly respected mechanical and building services provider serving the Northeast since 1936. With a workforce of more than 750 professionals, the organization specializes in HVAC, energy services, controls, and full-service MEP solutions supporting healthcare, higher education, life sciences, industrial, and commercial clients.

The company is committed to delivering long-term value through innovation, sustainability, and exceptional customer service.

This position is ideal for a skilled BAS technician seeking a stable environment with excellent training, career progression, and work-life balance.