• Field Service Technician

    Actalent (Phoenix, AZ)


    Job Title: Field Service Technician

    Job Description

    This role is responsible for installing, developing, and programming controls databases, graphics, and sequences of operations. Candidates with experience in Building Management Systems (BMS) or Building Automation Systems (BAS), such as Tridium, are preferred. The position involves performing accurate system start-up and commissioning, including point-to-point verification, alarm testing, and ensuring proper equipment responses. You will support installation teams on job sites, collaborate with other contractors, and troubleshoot issues during both static and dynamic start-up phases.

    Responsibilities

    + Install, develop, and program controls databases, graphics, and sequences of operations.

    + Perform system start-up and commissioning, including point-to-point verification and alarm testing.

    + Ensure proper equipment responses during start-up.

    + Support installation teams on job sites and collaborate with other contractors.

    + Troubleshoot issues during both static and dynamic start-up phases.

    Essential Skills

    + Electromechanical aptitude through a two-year technical degree in HVAC or Electronics-related studies.

    + Experience with Ohms, multi-meters, volt meters, and oscilloscopes.

    + Knowledge of high voltage and low voltage systems.

    + Ability to read and interpret blueprints and schematics.

     

    Additional Skills & Qualifications

     

    + Experience in Building Automation Systems/Building Management Systems is a plus.

    + Familiarity with sensors, controllers, thermostats, chillers, AHUs, VAVs, RTUs, and FCUs.

    + Experience with VFDs, submittals, wiring diagrams, and point-to-point verification.

    + Skills in wire pulling and running CAT 6 cables in conduit.

    + Proficiency in Direct Digital Control (DDC) technology, building maintenance, and repair.

    Work Environment

    This position involves frequent work in outdoor environments across various installation and construction sites, with travel required as project needs arise. The role includes time spent in mechanical and equipment rooms and may require working in extreme weather conditions. You will routinely encounter live voltage, moving mechanical components, heavy machinery, and wet or humid environments. Certain tasks may also take place in elevated or otherwise challenging locations, requiring awareness and adherence to safety practices. Pay can be higher or lower depending on experience.

     

    Job Type & Location

     

    This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Phoenix, AZ.

    Pay and Benefits

    The pay range for this position is $60000.00 - $80000.00/hr.

     

    Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

     

    Workplace Type

     

    This is a fully onsite position in Phoenix,AZ.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    This position is anticipated to close on Jan 5, 2026.

    About Actalent

    Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

     

    The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

     

    If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email [email protected] (%[email protected]) for other accommodation options.