--- title: Automation Technician III at EMCOR Group description: EMCOR Group is hiring for the Automation Technician III role in San Luis Obispo, CA. Pays $47–$53 per hour. See the full description and apply. type: job url: https://www.foundrole.com/jobs/automation-technician-iii-at-emcor-group-01a16bde-4c54-701a-8fef-8fb4c2e2e995 date: 2026-11-15T01:26:44Z og_description: Join EMCOR Group as Automation Technician III in San Luis Obispo, CA. Pays $47–$53 per hour. Full-time, on-site role. og_image: https://www.foundrole.com/og/fajtu1.png breadcrumbs: - label: Home url: https://www.foundrole.com/ - label: Search url: https://www.foundrole.com/jobs --- | | | |---|---| | **Company** | [EMCOR Group](https://www.foundrole.com/companies/emcor-group?utm_source=ai_markdown) | | **Location** | San Luis Obispo, CA | | **Salary** | $47/hr - $53/hr | | **Type** | Full Time | | **Posted** | Oct 23, 2026 | ## Is this job real? **Ghost job check:** A · Low risk. Probably a real opening. ## Visa sponsorship - **H-1B:** EMCOR Group sponsors H-1B visas. It filed 1 H-1B petition (FY2026 Q1 – FY2026 Q4). - **E-Verify:** No E-Verify enrollment on record for EMCOR Group. ## Pay for similar jobs Most similar jobs pay $60,000 – $105,000 a year (median $66,000). ## Description ## About Us We are a full-service HVAC, building automation, chiller, and retrofit contractor with a reputation for combining high-quality consulting services with customized energy solutions. Our integrated, single-source solutions include turnkey in-house capabilities with design assistance, as well as engineering applications and automated control systems. ## Job Summary The Automation Technician III will inspect, test, adjust and repair new or existing electric, electronic, mechanical, and pneumatic automation devices, and systems. It will also diagnose the cause of electrical or mechanical malfunction or failure of operational equipment and perform preventative and corrective maintenance. Automation Technician III will also be responsible for coaching and mentoring other automation technicians. ## Essential Duties & Responsibilities • Understand the design and intent of mechanical equipment and systems (Chiller, Boiler, Custom AHU’s, Primary/Secondary pumping, Variable flow Chilled water plants, Clean Room Applications, Demand Response, and Energy solutions).• Analyze systems and develop scope of work for controls implementation.• Monitor, identify and diagnose potential problems using computer workstations and on-site observations.• Interface with the installation or maintenance team members to execute installations, repairs or modifications of controlled systems and equipment.• Give technical presentations on building automation, controls, and emerging technology.• Able to locate defective or non-operational components in new and existing systems, using test equipment and programming knowledge. ## Qualifications • Bachelor’s degree in engineering (preferably Electrical or Mechanical) or equivalent field experience.• 8+ years of direct automation experience with control systems and programing required. • Working knowledge of at least one HVAC controls systems (preferably JCI, Honeywell, or other Niagara-based systems) • Ability to interface with customers at a supervisory and management level.• Engineering skills required include knowledge of electronics, mechanics, hydraulics, pneumatics, and computer programming.• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.• Experience with control system architecture design, programing, or maintenance desired.• Good computer skills, understanding of controls networking.• A valid driver’s license. #Mesa #LI-Mesa #LI-HVACjobs #LI-Onsite ## Equal Opportunity Employer As a leading provider of mechanical and electrical construction, facilities services, and energy infrastructure, we offer employees a competitive salary and benefits package and we are always looking for individuals with the talent and skills required to contribute to our continued growth and success. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled. ## Affirmative Action Policy Please review our Affirmative Action Policy. ## Notice to Prospective Employees Notice to prospective employees: There have been fraudulent postings and emails regarding job openings. EMCOR Group and its companies list open positions here. Please check our available positions to confirm that a post or email is genuine. EMCOR Group and its companies do not reach out to individuals to help with marketing or other similar services. If an individual is contacted for services outside of EMCOR’s normal application process – it is probably fraudulent. ## Geographic Disclosure **Compensation Range:** $47 - $53 per hour **Benefits:** We are committed to providing employees a comprehensive benefits package which includes medical, dental, and vision coverage, along with health savings and flexible spending accounts, life insurance, disability, a 401(k) Savings Plan, College Coach and employee assistance program. ## Skills - Construction - Scope of Work Development - Hydraulics - Energy Infrastructure - Architectural Design - Automation - Mechanical Equipment Maintenance - Control Systems - Supervisory Skills - Chillers - Chilled Water Systems - Test Equipment - Boilers - Computer Programming - Pneumatics - Maintenance - Demand Response - Communication - HVAC Controls - Air Handling Unit (Ahu) ## Benefits - Mental Health - Health Insurance - Dental Insurance - Vision Insurance - Life Insurance - 401(k) Plans ## Related - [More jobs at EMCOR Group](https://www.foundrole.com/companies/emcor-group?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [Maintenance, Installation & Repair jobs](https://www.foundrole.com/careers/maintenance-installation-and-repair?utm_source=ai_markdown)- [General Maintenance & Repair jobs](https://www.foundrole.com/careers/maintenance-installation-and-repair/general-maintenance-and-repair?utm_source=ai_markdown)- [Instrument Technician jobs](https://www.foundrole.com/careers/maintenance-installation-and-repair/general-maintenance-and-repair/instrument-technician?utm_source=ai_markdown)- [Browse all companies](https://www.foundrole.com/companies?utm_source=ai_markdown) ## Explore this job market - [California](https://www.foundrole.com/locations/us/california?utm_source=ai_markdown) — 260758 jobs - [Specialty Trade Contractors](https://www.foundrole.com/sectors/construction/specialty-trade-contractors?utm_source=ai_markdown) — 31227 jobs - [EMCOR Group](https://www.foundrole.com/companies/emcor-group?utm_source=ai_markdown) — 1376 jobs ## Related pages - [California](https://www.foundrole.com/locations/us/california?utm_source=ai_markdown) — 260758 jobs - [Specialty Trade Contractors](https://www.foundrole.com/sectors/construction/specialty-trade-contractors?utm_source=ai_markdown) — 31227 jobs - [EMCOR Group](https://www.foundrole.com/companies/emcor-group?utm_source=ai_markdown) — 1376 jobs ## Browse - [Companies](https://www.foundrole.com/companies?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [Jobs by country](https://www.foundrole.com/locations?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [Jobs in the United States by state and city](https://www.foundrole.com/locations/us?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [H1B sponsors by location](https://www.foundrole.com/h1b-sponsors?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [H1B salaries](https://www.foundrole.com/h1b-salaries?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [Sectors and industries](https://www.foundrole.com/sectors?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [Jobs by career field](https://www.foundrole.com/careers?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [Latest jobs](https://www.foundrole.com/jobs/latest?utm_source=ai_markdown)