Lead Field Service Technician - HVAC Controls & Commissioning

As a Traveling Field Service Programmer – HVAC Controls & Commissioning here at Honeywell, you will be accountable for providing technical assistance and service to our customers in the HVAC industry. You will play a crucial role in ensuring the successful installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of HVAC control systems. Your expertise and dedication to customer satisfaction will contribute to the efficiency, comfort, and safety of our customers' buildings (commercial sites). In this role, you will have the opportunity to make a significant impact by delivering exceptional service and assistance to our customers in the HVAC controls industry

Candidates must be based in Chicago/Des Plaines area and will travel up to 70% to the customer sites primarily in Chicago/Des Plaines and the surrounding IL region. In addition, you may support customers in other regions of the US depending on demand. During the first 90-180 days, you may travel to other areas for training and assistance. You will receive a vehicle and a travel and expense card for business use.

You will report directly to our Field Service Supervisor. 

YOU MUST HAVE

• 3 or more years’ experience in building controls and automation, with specialized expertise in Tridium Niagara 4 and Niagara AX, including troubleshooting, diagnosing, and repairing energy management systems. Skilled in controls programming concepts, PC operation, and fundamental networking principles
• Minimum 3 years of commercial HVAC controls field service experience, with a strong background in system installation, maintenance, and repair
• Working knowledge of BACnet control systems.
• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.
• Exceptional problem-solving and troubleshooting abilities, with a keen attention to detail in diagnosing and resolving issues.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to convey complex technical information clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences.
•  You will coach and mentor both Associate level and Install Technical Specialists in various disciplines of system installation. You will coordinate on-site with contractors and work towards continuous improvement of commissioning practices, specifically reducing commissioning hours per device and/or hours per system using Honeywell Operation Systems techniques. You will demonstrate expert knowledge of Honeywell systems and Industry Best Practices.

WE VALUE

• 3 or more years of experience in commercial HVAC controls field service with a solid track record in installation, maintenance, and repair.
• Honeywell ComfortPoint™ Open or Compatible Competitor control software system knowledge.
• Associates or Certifications from a Vocational or Trades College. 
• Strong customer focus and ability to build and maintain relationships.

The annual base salary range for this position is $83,000 to $95,000. Please note that this salary information serves as a general guideline. Honeywell considers various factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate's work experience, education and training, key skills, as well as market and business considerations.

Per Diem Payment Eligibility: You will receive a per diem payment of $55 per day if you travel to an assigned job site that is more than 75 miles from your home address, stay at least 3 nights at the job site, complete 32 hours of productive work (8 hours per day) and do not return home during work days. 

BENEFITS OF WORKING FOR HONEYWELL

In addition to a performance-driven salary, cutting-edge work, and developing solutions side-by-side with dedicated experts in their fields, Honeywell employees are eligible for a comprehensive benefits package. This package includes employer-subsidized Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance; Short-Term and Long-Term Disability; 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, Health Savings Accounts, EAP, and Educational Assistance; Parental Leave, Paid Time Off (for vacation, personal business, sick time, and parental leave), and 12 Paid Holidays. For more information visit: https://benefits.honeywell.com/

ABOUT HONEYWELL 

Honeywell International Inc. (Nasdaq: HON) invents and commercializes technologies that address some of the world's most critical challenges around energy, safety, security, productivity, and global urbanization. We are a leading software-industrial company committed to introducing state of the art technology solutions to improve efficiency, productivity, sustainability, and safety in high growth businesses in broad-based, attractive industrial-end markets. Our products and solutions enable a safer, more comfortable, and more productive world, enhancing the quality of life of people around the globe.

The application period for the job is estimated to be 40 days from the job posting date; however, this may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates. Posting Date: 08/20/2026

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Commission, start up, and tune control systems to meet customer specifications and job requirements.
• Install and troubleshoot pre-engineered software and hardware, checkout control. systems, and start-ups and commission systems according to customer requirements and job specifications.
• Diagnose and resolve technical issues with efficiency and expertise.
• Manage scope of work from beginning to end. 
• Coordinate with local Honeywell project managers to understand scope, hardware, software, and graphics needs.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to create and implement solutions tailored to customer needs.
• Ensure adherence to company policies, procedures, and regulatory standards.
• Perform open systems and 3rd party integrations and collaborate with other vendors of different protocols.
• Ensure that the configuration management policy is followed which involves back- up of all changes on an on-going basis during installation and final archiving of Honeywell’s hardware and software on Honeywell Server.
• Manage on-site equipment delivery and storage.
• Demonstrate system and conduct customer training for all functions
• Support sales activities by presenting integrated/networked solutions and retro fit opportunities when warranted.