Manufacturing, Rail Transportation Equipment, Industrial Equipment

Building Automation Recruiter

Draper, UTHybridFull TimePosted 2 months ago

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Required skills

Controls
Smart Building
Controls Technician
BAS
BMS
Controls Engineer
System Integrator
Project Manager
Commissioning Specialist
Greenhouse

Nice to have

Energy Management
Mechanical Systems
Industrial Automation
Siemens
Johnson Controls
Schneider Electric

Role summary

Kelso Building Services is seeking a Building Automation & Controls Recruiter to identify and engage top technical talent for roles such as Controls Technicians, BAS Programmers, and Engineers in the smart building industry. This hybrid role, based in Draper, UT, requires strong sourcing, technical recruiting, and relationship-building skills. Responsibilities include high-volume outbound sourcing, pipeline development, partnering with hiring managers, understanding technical requirements, representing the company at industry events, and ensuring a positive candidate experience. Experience with BAS platforms and an ATS like Greenhouse is preferred.

Together We Build – Partnership, Innovation, Excellence, and Safety

At Kelso Industries, 5,000+ employees across 40+ companies work together to deliver exceptional HVAC, mechanical, plumbing, refrigeration, and electrical solutions nationwide. Join us to grow your career, make an impact, and be part of a team where innovation, excellence, and safety come first.

Recruiter Notice: We respectfully ask external recruiters and staffing agencies not to submit candidates. We only accept direct applications.

Building Automation & Controls Recruiter

Work Environment: Hybrid - Draper, UT (regular in-office presence required)

Build the Talent Behind Intelligent Buildings

Kelso Building Services, part of Kelso Industries, is seeking a driven, relationship-focused Building Automation & Controls Recruiter to help grow our workforce across the building automation, controls, and smart building industries. In this role, you'll recruit highly skilled professionals including Controls Technicians, BAS/BMS Programmers, Controls Engineers, System Integrators, Project Managers, Commissioning Specialists, and other technical professionals who design, install, program, and maintain building automation systems.

This position plays a critical role in supporting our operating companies by identifying and engaging top controls talent in a highly competitive market. Success requires strong sourcing skills, technical recruiting aptitude, and the ability to build relationships with both candidates and hiring leaders.

This role is hybrid, with a strong preference for candidates who can work from our Draper, UT office.

Responsibilities:

Recruiting & Talent Sourcing

Source and recruit Building Automation, Controls, and Smart Building professionals across multiple markets

Develop pipelines of qualified Controls Technicians, BAS/BMS Programmers, Controls Engineers, Commissioning Specialists, Project Managers, and related technical talent

Conduct high-volume outbound sourcing through calls, texts, emails, LinkedIn Recruiter, industry networks, referrals, and trade associations

Post and maintain job openings across recruiting platforms and industry-specific channels

Review applications and proactively engage qualified candidates

Build and maintain talent communities for recurring and hard-to-fill controls roles

Utilize market intelligence and competitive talent mapping to identify recruiting opportunities

Hiring Partnership & Workforce Planning

Partner closely with hiring managers and operational leaders to understand technical requirements and hiring priorities

Gain an understanding of building automation platforms, controls technologies, commissioning processes, and field service functions

Advise hiring teams on labor market trends, compensation expectations, and candidate availability

Assist in developing compelling job advertisements and recruitment campaigns

Support workforce planning initiatives to meet business growth objectives

Employer Brand & Industry Engagement

Represent Kelso at industry events, technical schools, career fairs, trade association meetings, and community outreach activities

Build relationships with controls professionals and industry networks

Promote Kelso's culture, growth opportunities, and commitment to innovation within the building automation industry

Support recruiting marketing initiatives that strengthen employer brand awareness

Candidate Experience, Process & Metrics

Deliver a professional, responsive, and positive candidate experience

Coordinate interviews and maintain consistent communication throughout the hiring process

Maintain accurate candidate records and recruiting activity within Greenhouse (ATS)

Track recruiting metrics including candidate pipeline health, source effectiveness, time-to-fill, and hiring outcomes

Identify opportunities to improve recruiting processes, efficiency, and candidate engagement

Hiring Execution & Support

Coordinate background checks, references, and pre-employment requirements

Assist with offer development and candidate closing activities

Manage multiple openings simultaneously while maintaining quality and urgency

Support hiring for related technical, engineering, project management, and operational roles as business needs evolve

Required Qualifications:

High school diploma or GED required; bachelor's degree preferred

2+ years of recruiting experience supporting Building Automation Systems (BAS), Building Management Systems (BMS), controls, HVAC controls, systems integration, commissioning, engineering, construction technology, or related technical field-service roles

Experience recruiting for positions such as Controls Technician, Controls Engineer, BAS Programmer, Systems Integrator, Field Service Technician, Project Manager, or Commissioning Specialist preferred

Ability to understand and communicate technical job requirements within the building automation industry

Proven sourcing experience using LinkedIn Recruiter, job boards, referrals, and networking strategies

Comfortable making outbound calls, building relationships, and closing candidates in competitive labor markets

Experience utilizing an applicant tracking system (Greenhouse preferred)

Strong communication, organizational, and stakeholder-management skills

Detail-oriented with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment

Willingness to travel locally or regionally for hiring events, industry networking opportunities, and business meetings

Preferred Qualifications

Experience recruiting within Building Automation, HVAC Controls, Energy Management, Mechanical Systems, Smart Buildings, or Industrial Automation

Familiarity with platforms such as Siemens, Johnson Controls, Schneider Electric, Honeywell, Trane, Distech, Alerton, Niagara, Automated Logic, or similar BAS technologies

Knowledge of commissioning, controls installation, programming, and service-related career paths

Why Join Kelso Industries?

Join us and be part of a team dedicated to creating efficient, sustainable, and high-performance environments that make a lasting impact across the industrial, commercial, and institutional sectors.

Here you will experience:

Growth Opportunities: Develop new skills, take on exciting challenges, and advance your career in meaningful ways.

Company Culture: You’ll thrive in an environment that supports your growth, values your contributions, and makes work fulfilling and enjoyable.

Impact: Your work directly contributes to meaningful outcomes, allowing you to see the difference you make and feel a sense of purpose every day.

Competitive Compensation & Benefits: You’ll be rewarded fairly for your contributions while enjoying perks that enhance your financial security, health, and overall well-being.

Kelso Industries celebrates diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We do not discriminate in any aspect of employment based on race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, age, veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local employment discrimination laws where Kelso does business

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