Full-Time

Building Automation System Specialist

Harris

Harris

501-1,000 employees

National mechanical contractor: design, build, service

Compensation Overview

$23.07 - $43.25/hr

+ Short-Term Incentive Plan + 401(k) company match

Salt Lake City, UT, USA + 3 more

More locations: Boise, ID, USA | Blackfoot, ID, USA | Denver, CO, USA

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Category
Building Systems & HVAC (1)

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Requirements
  • The position requires inspecting and testing building automation systems for compliance with plans and specifications and detecting or locating malfunctions.
  • The position requires verifying proper installation and functionality of system components and sensors.
  • The position requires reviewing plans, specifications, and designs to understand project scope.
  • The position requires diagnosing, testing, and analyzing the performance of system components, assemblies, and systems.
  • The position requires setting up and operating standard or specialized testing equipment.
  • The position requires creating user-interface images, system dashboards, and maps of controlled building systems.
  • The position requires presenting designs and reports to customers, design engineers, or consultants and discussing necessary modifications.
  • The position requires repairing or replacing worn, damaged, or defective mechanical parts.
  • The position requires troubleshooting heating and cooling system malfunctions and verifying that repairs resolve issues.
  • The position requires recommending, developing, or performing preventive or general maintenance procedures.
  • The position requires advising others on repair, installation, or equipment-design issues.
  • The position requires adjusting system and equipment controls to meet standards and ensure optimal performance.
Responsibilities
  • Perform and develop sequence testing, project graphics, and point-to-point verification.
  • Work as part of a team at client or project job sites to ensure proper installation of controls systems and provide diagnostic and repair services.
  • Troubleshoot and resolve malfunctions and make recommendations to improve operational efficiency or quality.
  • Record and report time, materials, faults, deficiencies, and unusual occurrences on work orders.
  • Complete customer service and expense reports and document operational activities.
  • Compile job documentation, including certificates of completion, customer training forms, training certificates, and punch lists.
  • Provide sketches for changes in field design as directed.
  • Instruct individuals on how to properly and efficiently operate tools and equipment.
  • Help individuals understand how to effectively implement ideas.
  • Mentor team members through the workday to assist with needed tasks.
  • Suggest new ways of performing tasks to improve efficiency or quality of work.

Harris is a national mechanical contractor offering end-to-end building systems. It handles design and engineering, construction, controls, service, manufacturing, and conveyors for projects ranging from stadiums and power plants to hospitals and classrooms. Its work starts with designing and engineering the mechanical systems, then installing and integrating building controls, followed by ongoing service and maintenance. Harris differentiates itself through its national reach (21 locations across the U.S.), large workforce (over 3,000 employees), extensive experience (more than 70 years), and capability to manage projects end-to-end—from design and fabrication to installation and long-term service—across diverse sectors. The company’s goal is to deliver comprehensive, reliable mechanical systems across the country by combining local expertise with broad national capacity for projects of any size.

Company Size

501-1,000

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Las Vegas, Nevada

Founded

1948

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • June 2026 acquisitions immediately broaden Harris' Colorado mechanical and controls footprint.
  • March 2026 DDC transition shows Harris can absorb and rebrand businesses cleanly.
  • 2026 Top Workplaces awards support recruiting in a labor-tight construction market.

What critics are saying

  • Integrating D.R. Associates, CEI, and CCI in 2026 strains management bandwidth.
  • Local-service quality can deteriorate if Harris standardizes too aggressively after acquisitions.
  • A failed integration or customer churn in Colorado would blunt the expansion thesis.

What makes Harris unique

  • Harris combines mechanical contracting, controls, and building automation under one platform.
  • The March 2026 DDC brand conversion shows disciplined post-acquisition integration.
  • Colorado expansion on June 1, 2026 gives Harris a stronger Mountain West operating base.

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Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

401(k) Company Match

Paid Vacation

Paid Sick Leave

Paid Holidays

Parental Leave

Company News

PHCPPros
Jun 2nd, 2026
Harris expands into Colorado through multiple strategic acquisitions.

Harris expands into Colorado through multiple strategic acquisitions. June 2, 2026 Harris has expanded its national footprint into Colorado through the acquisition of three companies serving the region's mechanical systems, controls and building automation markets. The move establishes a strong operating base for Harris in Colorado and significantly broadens the company's presence across the Mountain West. The expansion began with the acquisition of Colorado-based temperature controls company D.R. Associates (DRA), effective May 4. Founded in Denver more than 20 years ago, DRA has built a strong reputation for delivering dependable temperature control solutions tailored to the needs of Colorado businesses. The company serves customers across industries including healthcare, manufacturing and commercial facilities. Effective June 1, Harris also acquired Climate Engineering (CEI) and Centennial Controls (CCI). CEI and CCI bring complementary expertise in mechanical systems, HVAC solutions and building automation throughout Colorado. Together, the companies have supported a wide range of commercial and industrial projects across the region, helping customers improve building performance, visibility and operational efficiency through advanced mechanical and controls solutions. Their strong technical capabilities, customer-focused approach and deep local relationships further strengthen Harris' ability to serve customers across Colorado. Together, the acquisitions bring decades of local expertise, long-standing customer relationships and specialized technical capabilities into the Harris organization. "Presence in Colorado is a huge strategic move for Harris," said Bob Swanger, executive vice president of Service + Building Automation at Harris. "Colorado is a constantly growing market with tremendous opportunity, and these organizations bring outstanding people, strong customer relationships and highly respected expertise that align closely with our culture and long-term vision." The acquisitions strengthen Harris' ability to support customers throughout the region with expanded mechanical construction, service, controls and building automation expertise while maintaining the local relationships and responsiveness each company is known for. Harris will work closely with each team to support a steady transition for employees, customers and partners. The teams will continue serving their local customers while gaining access to Harris' national resources, technical expertise and broader service capabilities.