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The Building People delivers integrated solutions that connect technology, buildings, and people to optimize real estate performance, facility operations, and workforce outcomes. With over 450 contracts delivered across 187 project locations, we manage more than 1,700 facilities and support $38.5B in federal and commercial assets. Leveraging AI-driven automation, data analytics, and platform-agnostic systems, we create high-performing, future-ready environments that reduce cost, improve efficiency, and enable mission success. Founded in 2012, we now have over 450 employees supporting 23 federal agencies—making us a trusted leader in delivering technology-infused building solutions across the public sector.
The Building People is committed to fostering a workplace where every employee can thrive. Using tools like the Predictive Index, we thoughtfully align individual strengths with team needs -ensuring the right fit, the right role, and long-term success.
Our culture is rooted in integrity, innovation, and service. Through our growing philanthropy program, we support communities by focusing on gratitude, giving back, partnerships, and mentorship.
Our Market Offerings Include:
- Real Estate & Workplace
- Facilities Management
- Facilities Operations & Maintenance
- Project Management & Engineering
- Workforce Transformation & Organizational Design
- Mission Support
- Smart Buildings & Energy Efficiency
- Technology Solutions
Join our rapidly growing team and help shape the future of real estate, facilities, and community impact.
Please note that this position is for an upcoming position. We are, however, accepting applications for this anticipated need. If you are interested in joining The Building People, we encourage you to APPLY TODAY!
The Building People, LLC, has a position open for a full-time HVAC Technician - Department of Defense. The HVAC Technician provides field support for installation, integration, troubleshooting, repair, and maintenance of Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning systems and associated controls within Industrial Control System environments. Work includes DDC controllers, sensors and actuators, VFDs, networks and gateways, and integration with UMCS and related monitoring platforms. The role documents work performed, supports commissioning and functional testing, follows safety and quality processes, and helps ensure reliable, code-compliant operation in support of a Department of Defense mission.
- Five (5) years of experience related to HVAC systems with associated controls.
- Demonstrated ability to diagnose and repair mechanical and controls issues on air handlers, chillers, boilers, pumps, terminal units, and related equipment.
- Hands-on experience with DDC systems and protocols such as BACnet, Modbus, or LonWorks.
- Ability to read and interpret control schematics, wiring diagrams, device layouts, and sequences of operation.
- Proficiency using test instruments including multimeters, manometers, temperature probes, and flow measurement tools.
- Familiarity with Government or industry processes, procedures, standards, methodologies, or tools relevant to HVAC and controls work.
- Knowledge of safety practices including lockout/tagout, confined space awareness, hot work permitting, and fall protection basics.
- Basic understanding of documentation requirements, including redlines, as-built updates, service reports, and O&M inputs.
- Awareness of cybersecurity hygiene for operational technology environments, such as account handling and removable media discipline.
- Strong communication skills for coordination with supervisors, facility representatives, and subcontractors.
- Ability to travel to active project sites, including secure facilities.
Preferred Experience & Skills
- Manufacturer or platform certifications such as Tridium Niagara, Johnson Controls, Siemens, Schneider Electric, or Honeywell.
- EPA 608 Universal certification.
- OSHA 10 or OSHA 30.
- Experience supporting functional performance testing, integrated system testing, and commissioning.
- Lift and aerial platform certifications as required by site.
Required Education
- High School diploma plus technical training in a field related to task assignment.
Preferred Education
- Associate degree or vocational certificate in HVAC, mechatronics, electrical technology, or related discipline.
Clearance
- Ability to obtain a Secret Clearance.
Travel
- Minimum 50% to job sites CONUS and OCONUS as required by task orders.
*Salary offered will be commensurate with the candidate's experience, qualifications, and certifications.
*Our positions may require a background screening and clearance directly from the Government.
*Please note that telework arrangements are subject to change based on customer requirements.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Competitive benefits for eligible employees include:
- Medical & Rx
- Dental
- Vision
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- 401(k) Retirement Plan
- Life Insurance/AD&D
- Long Term Disability and Short-Term Disability
- Paid Time Off
- Holiday Pay
All positions require a background check after acceptance of our offer. The selected candidate will be eligible to begin employment before the background check has been finalized. However, continued employment will be contingent upon the results of your reference/background check from The Building People, LLC. Your position may require special credentialing, clearance, and access as a condition of employment. In the event the government or client does not sponsor or approve your clearance, it may result in termination of your employment.
If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us by email at [email protected] and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Requests for accommodation will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this e-mail address.
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