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Building Controls Technician IIIII Data Center

Mantis Innovation


Job Location:

San Diego, CA - USA

Yearly Salary: $ 110000 - 180000
Posted: 21 August 2026 (Yesterday)
Application Deadline: 18 November 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

About Mantis

We help organizations improve how their buildings perform by bringing together energy facility operations and sustainability into one connected approach. At Mantis our teams work across the full lifecycle of a facilityfrom planning and design to field execution and long-term asset managementacross commercial and industrial portfolios data centers and complex mechanical systems.

Our work spans four core areas: Building Controls Energy Efficiency Energy Advisory and Facility Managementcovering HVAC/mechanical optimization BMS/BAS and EPMS controls lighting system upgrades energy brokerage roofing and building envelope assessments construction management and more.

Whether youre in sales engineering construction/project management field operations corporate or technology youll play a role in delivering these solutions and helping clients improve facility performance.


Summary

As a Building Controls Technician II/III you are responsible for installing programming commissioning servicing and troubleshooting building management systems (BMS) and electrical power monitoring systems (EPMS) within mission-critical data center environments. This role owns projects and service activities from startup through commissioning and ongoing support working closely with customers subcontractors and internal project teams to deliver reliable system performance.

Why This Role
  • Starting salary: $100000
  • Annual bonus opportunity of up to10% based on individual and company performance
  • Additional earning opportunity through Mantis BMS Bonus Program
  • Ongoing technical and leadership development opportunities
  • Relocation assistance available for qualified candidates
Responsibilities
  • Install program commission and troubleshoot BMS and controls systems
  • Service existing building control systems
  • Perform startup and commissioning of complete building automation systems
  • Install building control components including controllers panels conduit sensors and related hardware
  • Build and assemble low-voltage control panels
  • Perform point-to-point verification and checkout activities
  • Perform software and hardware calibration required for proper system operation
  • Execute low-voltage cable installation and termination activities as needed
  • Support project commissioning activities including participation in daily meetings and documentation of results
  • Work closely with installation subcontractors to ensure projects are completed on schedule and in compliance with contract requirements applicable codes and industry standards
  • Partner with project teams and customers to deliver reliable high-quality solutions
  • Own assigned work from initiation through completion while proactively communicating progress risks and issues
Outcomes
  • Projects commissioned and delivered in accordance with contract requirements code requirements and customer expectations
  • Building control systems installed calibrated and operating as designed
  • Commissioning activities completed with accurate documentation and issue resolution
  • Strong customer satisfaction through responsive troubleshooting and service support
  • Safe execution of work in active construction and mission-critical environments
  • Demonstrates ownership accountability and effective communication throughout project delivery
Qualifications
  • Experience with Building Management Systems (BMS) in mission-critical or data center environments; Tridium Niagara experience strongly preferred
  • Experience commissioning programming and troubleshooting networked control systems including wire sheet programming and control logic
  • Working knowledge of mechanical and electrical systems commonly found in data center environment
  • Ability to read and interpret:
    • Network topologies
    • Electrical one-line diagrams
    • Device wiring drawings
    • Control drawings
  • Strong understanding of open protocols such as:
    • BACnet IP
    • BACnet MSTP
    • Modbus TCP
    • Modbus RTU
  • Knowledge of low-voltage wiring and terminations including:
    • RS-232
    • RS-485
    • CAT5/CAT6
  • Understanding of electrical code requirements and controls applications involving 120V 240V and 480V systems
  • Familiarity with CAD software and construction drawings
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications including Word Excel Outlook PowerPoint and Visio
Working Conditions / Physical Requirements

Work Environment

  • Field-based role supporting data centers commercial facilities and active construction environments
  • Regular interaction with customers subcontractors and project teams

Physical Requirements

  • Ability to work in hard-hat construction environments
  • Ability to climb stairs and ladders
  • Ability to maneuver around piping ductwork and mechanical equipment
  • Ability to work safely near exposed line-voltage and low-voltage systems
  • Ability to perform field commissioning and troubleshooting activities for extended periods

Travel Requirements

  • Travel required based on project and customer needs
  • Approximately 40-50% travel throughout the year

Site Access Requirements

  • Ability to obtain and maintain customer-required site access credentials security authorizations and facility access approvals as required for assigned projects
  • Ability to travel to customer and project sites as required; when driving is an essential function of the role candidates must be able to meet company driving requirements including maintaining a valid drivers license and acceptable driving record
$110000 - $180000 a year

The above range outlines total cash compensation which includes a combination of:

  • Base salary (based on experience and technical level)
  • Annual bonus opportunity
  • Internal incentive programs
  • Profit-sharing opportunities
  • Eligible living expense and relocation assistance programs if applicable

Note: Employees are held accountable for all duties of this job. This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties responsibilities or qualifications associated with the position.
What else can we offer you
We offer a fantastic lineup of benefits including Medical Dental Vision FSA HSA 401k Matching Paid Vacation Paid Sick Paid Holidays Paid Parental Leave Paid Short Term & Long Term Disability Tuition Reimbursement and a flexible hybrid work schedule (for office-based employees). Working at Mantis also brings tremendous professional development opportunities that allow you to make a real impact on both the company and your career!
Not sure you meet every single requirement
Studies show that women and individuals from underrepresented groups often hesitate to apply unless they check every box. At Mantis were committed to building an inclusive and equitable teamso if this role excites you wed love to hear from you even if your experience doesnt match every single qualification.
Mantis Innovation is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex national origin disability status protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.
We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process such as reviewing applications analyzing resumes or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed please contact us.

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