Controls Technician (Niagara / Tritium – N4) – Mid-Atlantic**
Location: Virginia / Maryland
Employment Type: Contract-to-Hire
Travel: Local site travel required (mileage reimbursed)
Industry: Data Centers / Building Automation / Mission Critical
Overview
We are seeking experienced Controls Technicians to support Building Management System (BMS) and data center controls projects across Virginia and Maryland. This role involves hands-on commissioning, troubleshooting, and integration of Niagara/Tritium systems within large-scale, mission-critical environments.
The ideal candidate is dependable, technically solid, and capable of contributing quickly with minimal supervision.
Key Responsibilities
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Perform installation, commissioning, testing, and troubleshooting of Niagara N4 / Tritium-based BMS and controls systems.
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Integrate and validate BACnet devices, controllers, and supervisory platforms.
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Conduct point-to-point testing, logic verification, alarm checks, and system optimization.
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Review drawings, control sequences, and network architecture; identify issues and propose solutions.
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Work across multiple active sites, supporting field teams and project managers.
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Deliver accurate documentation, including redlines, reports, commissioning sheets, and as-builts.
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Maintain safety, quality, and reliability standards in mission-critical construction environments.
Required Skills & Experience
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2-7+ years of field experience in controls, BMS/BAS, HVAC controls, or related technical installation roles.
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Hands-on experience with Niagara / Tritium (N4 strongly preferred).
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Working knowledge of BACnet communication and device integration.
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Ability to diagnose issues in control logic, network communication, I/O wiring, and sequences of operation.
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Comfortable in fast-paced construction and data-center environments.
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Strong communication skills and the ability to operate with limited oversight.
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Must be local or within commuting distance of VA/MD sites.
Preferred Qualifications
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Experience supporting mission-critical or hyperscale data center projects.
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Niagara N4 certification or OEM partner training.
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Experience with Honeywell, Tridium, or other major automation platforms.
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Electrical background with controls crossover.
Work Model
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Contract-to-Hire: Intended as a long-term role with the opportunity to convert to full-time after the initial contract period.
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Standard full-time schedule; overtime may be available depending on project needs.
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All required tools, PPE, and equipment are provided after acceptance.
Darwin Recruitment is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
Alex Deery