--- title: Controls Technician at Vertical Mechanical description: Vertical Mechanical is hiring for the Controls Technician role in Sterling, VA. Pays $30–$35 per hour. See the full description and apply. type: job url: https://www.foundrole.com/jobs/controls-technician-at-vertical-mechanical-01a10d3e-c008-7c0e-adfb-4d4f3dc970c4 date: 2026-11-15T01:26:44Z og_description: Join Vertical Mechanical as Controls Technician in Sterling, VA. Pays $30–$35 per hour. Full-time role. og_image: https://www.foundrole.com/og/uf7n3e.png breadcrumbs: - label: Home url: https://www.foundrole.com/ - label: Search url: https://www.foundrole.com/jobs --- | | | |---|---| | **Company** | Vertical Mechanical | | **Location** | Sterling, VA | | **Salary** | $30/hr - $35/hr | | **Type** | Full Time | | **Posted** | Oct 05, 2026 | ## Is this job real? **Ghost job check:** A- · Low risk. Probably a real opening. ## Visa sponsorship - **H-1B:** No H-1B sponsorship on record for Vertical Mechanical. - **E-Verify:** No E-Verify enrollment on record for Vertical Mechanical. ## Pay for similar jobs Most similar jobs pay $68,000 – $93,000 a year (median $82,000). ## Description Controls Technician *Advance Your Career in HVAC & Building Automation* About Vertical Mechanical Group At Vertical Mechanical Group (VMG), we are always seeking talented individuals to join our growing team. Our commitment to exceptional customer service and innovative solutions drives our success and continued expansion. When you join VMG, you become part of a close-knit, supportive team that values both its employees and clients while providing opportunities to develop your skills and advance your career. The Opportunity VMG is seeking a skilled and motivated Controls Technician to join our team. This role is critical to the successful installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of control automation systems for HVAC equipment in both commercial and residential environments. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of HVAC and controls systems, including PLCs, Building Automation Systems (BAS), and SCADA platforms. What You'll Do Controls & Building Automation - Install, maintain, and troubleshoot control automation systems for commercial and residential HVAC equipment - Understand equipment control functions through PLCs within BAS (Building Automation Systems) or SCADA platforms - Perform calibration, configuration, servicing, and maintenance of control systems and their subsystems - Use system diagnostic tools to perform routine updates, troubleshoot issues, and resolve problems efficiently Technical & Field Support - Read and interpret schematic diagrams to understand system designs and operations - Work effectively in a fast-paced environment, both independently and with team and management support - Maintain knowledge of and experience with Schneider, JCI, Siemens, Pritchett, or NAVSys control systems or platforms What We're Looking For - Proven knowledge and understanding of HVAC and controls systems - Familiarity with PLCs, BAS, or SCADA platforms - Prior experience in controls systems or a related field - Strong analytical and problem-solving skills - Ability to communicate effectively and work collaboratively Preferred Qualifications - BACnet or MODBUS certifications - Niagara Certification - Experience with CoolAutomation systems What We Offer - Competitive base salary - Comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, and vision insurance - Paid Time Off (PTO) and holidays - 401(k) retirement plan - Opportunities for career growth and professional development Ready to Grow With VMG? If you're an experienced controls professional looking to advance your career in HVAC and Building Automation, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today and take the next step with VMG. 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