Controls Technician Jobs in Colorado
Controls Technician jobs in Colorado are concentrated in industrial automation, oil and gas, aerospace manufacturing, and building systems, with demand ranging from entry-level field technicians to senior instrumentation specialists. Denver, Colorado Springs, and Pueblo anchor most of the hiring, where established employers like Siemens, Emerson, and Xcel Energy maintain active operations requiring controls expertise. The most in-demand specialties are PLC programming, SCADA systems, and HVAC building automation. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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Building Automation Controls Service Technician — Come Join Our Fast-Growing Team!
Location: Littleton, CO / Rocky Mountain Region
Compensation: $51 - $61 per hour + Uncapped Commission Structure
Advance Your Career in a Market That's Growing Fast
Since 1983, Setpoint Systems Corporation has been the Rocky Mountain Region's leader in building automation and controls, with more than 4,000 installations completed across 1,600 facilities. Today we are expanding quickly and building a dynamic team of motivated, solutions-focused professionals to move our technical services forward.
We are seeking a proactive, high-energy Building Automation Controls Service Technician who flourishes in an autonomous, fast-paced setting. At Setpoint, service technicians serve as trusted advisors and technical problem solvers. Our mission is to improve lives through empowerment—providing clients with the training, reliability, and innovative automation systems they need to succeed.
The Mission: Advanced Diagnostics, Optimization, and Client Partnership
You will serve as the frontline technical expert, taking ownership of sophisticated HVAC control architectures and Building Automation Systems (BAS) at commercial, industrial, and institutional sites throughout Littleton and Northern Colorado, working out of our Littleton office.
Core Responsibilities
- Dynamic Diagnostics & Repair: Diagnose, troubleshoot, and resolve complex problems in customer DDC systems and HVAC controls through high-priority spot service.
- Service Agreement Delivery: Carry out Technical Support Agreements (TSAs) in line with Setpoint's elite procedural and quality standards.
- Client Empowerment: Train facility operators and cultivate lasting customer relationships that transform clients into long-term partners.
- Growth & Value Identification: Identify opportunities for system upgrades, hardware retrofits, and new TSAs that optimize customer operations and fuel business growth.
- Project Lifecycle Support: Help with project planning, system checkout, startup, turnover documentation, device requisitions, and manpower coordination.
- Emergency Response Readiness: Take part in periodic 24/7 on-call emergency rotations and warranty support.
- Territory Reach: Occasional out-of-state travel to support critical customer sites and specialized installations.
Who You Are: The Driven Technical Expert
The technicians who thrive at Setpoint are Helpful by instinct — the person customers and teammates turn to first — and Attentive to the alarms, trends, and small details that signal a failure before it occurs. In the field, you are Collaborative and Supportive, sharing what you learn so the entire team grows stronger, and Observant enough to identify the root cause that others overlook. You are a clear, confident Communicator, able to explain a technical problem in plain terms; you stay Composed when a critical system is down and pressure is high, and you are Sincere with customers about what a system needs and what it does not. You have the Adjustability to reprioritize when an emergency call changes the shape of the day, and the discipline to follow a Conventional, proven method when that is the right choice, while remaining Procedural in how you test, verify, and document every step.
Most importantly, you stay Focused on the outcome, are Accurate in your diagnostics and paperwork, and keep your work, your van, and your records Orderly.
- Proactive Problem Solver: Passionate about creative technical thinking, root-cause analysis, and mastering complex control sequences.
- Self-Governing & Accountable: Comfortable managing your workday independently with relentless attention to detail and safety.
- Collaborative Team Player: Supportive, loyal, and committed to collective team success and shared technical knowledge.
- Clear Communicator: Able to articulate technical challenges and solutions clearly to facility managers, building owners, and project engineers alike.
Qualifications & Credentials
- Industry Experience: 5+ years of hands-on HVAC controls and/or building automation experience, or an Associate degree / technical diploma in HVAC, Electronics, or Building Automation.
- Platform Expertise: Prior experience with Delta Controls, Tridium Niagara, or comparable direct digital control (DDC) systems is highly preferred.
- Technical Breadth: Strong background in systems integration, electrical schematics, network protocols (e.g., BACnet, Modbus), and mechanical HVAC operations.
- Customer Focus: Proven track record of outstanding customer service and professional communication.
(Comprehensive, ongoing product and platform training will be provided and required.)
Why Join Setpoint Systems?
- Uncapped Earnings: $51 - $61 per hour commensurate with experience, plus an uncapped commission structure on upgrades and service agreements.
- Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance coverage.
- Retirement & Security: 401(k) with company match, plus employer-paid Life Insurance.
- Skill Advancement: Dedicated investment in technical certifications, factory training, and professional leadership tracks.
- Dynamic, High-Growth Culture: Be a core part of an agile, expanding company where your contributions are recognized and rewarded.
Setpoint Systems is an Equal Opportunity Employer (M/F/D/V). We embrace diversity and are dedicated to building an inclusive and empowering environment for every team member.
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Building Automation Controls Service Technician — Come Join Our Fast-Growing Team!
Location: Littleton, CO / Rocky Mountain Region
Compensation: $51 - $61 per hour + Uncapped Commission Structure
Advance Your Career in a Market That's Growing Fast
Since 1983, Setpoint Systems Corporation has been the Rocky Mountain Region's leader in building automation and controls, with more than 4,000 installations completed across 1,600 facilities. Today we are expanding quickly and building a dynamic team of motivated, solutions-focused professionals to move our technical services forward.
We are seeking a proactive, high-energy Building Automation Controls Service Technician who flourishes in an autonomous, fast-paced setting. At Setpoint, service technicians serve as trusted advisors and technical problem solvers. Our mission is to improve lives through empowerment—providing clients with the training, reliability, and innovative automation systems they need to succeed.
The Mission: Advanced Diagnostics, Optimization, and Client Partnership
You will serve as the frontline technical expert, taking ownership of sophisticated HVAC control architectures and Building Automation Systems (BAS) at commercial, industrial, and institutional sites throughout Littleton and Northern Colorado, working out of our Littleton office.
Core Responsibilities
- Dynamic Diagnostics & Repair: Diagnose, troubleshoot, and resolve complex problems in customer DDC systems and HVAC controls through high-priority spot service.
- Service Agreement Delivery: Carry out Technical Support Agreements (TSAs) in line with Setpoint's elite procedural and quality standards.
- Client Empowerment: Train facility operators and cultivate lasting customer relationships that transform clients into long-term partners.
- Growth & Value Identification: Identify opportunities for system upgrades, hardware retrofits, and new TSAs that optimize customer operations and fuel business growth.
- Project Lifecycle Support: Help with project planning, system checkout, startup, turnover documentation, device requisitions, and manpower coordination.
- Emergency Response Readiness: Take part in periodic 24/7 on-call emergency rotations and warranty support.
- Territory Reach: Occasional out-of-state travel to support critical customer sites and specialized installations.
Who You Are: The Driven Technical Expert
The technicians who thrive at Setpoint are Helpful by instinct — the person customers and teammates turn to first — and Attentive to the alarms, trends, and small details that signal a failure before it occurs. In the field, you are Collaborative and Supportive, sharing what you learn so the entire team grows stronger, and Observant enough to identify the root cause that others overlook. You are a clear, confident Communicator, able to explain a technical problem in plain terms; you stay Composed when a critical system is down and pressure is high, and you are Sincere with customers about what a system needs and what it does not. You have the Adjustability to reprioritize when an emergency call changes the shape of the day, and the discipline to follow a Conventional, proven method when that is the right choice, while remaining Procedural in how you test, verify, and document every step.
Most importantly, you stay Focused on the outcome, are Accurate in your diagnostics and paperwork, and keep your work, your van, and your records Orderly.
- Proactive Problem Solver: Passionate about creative technical thinking, root-cause analysis, and mastering complex control sequences.
- Self-Governing & Accountable: Comfortable managing your workday independently with relentless attention to detail and safety.
- Collaborative Team Player: Supportive, loyal, and committed to collective team success and shared technical knowledge.
- Clear Communicator: Able to articulate technical challenges and solutions clearly to facility managers, building owners, and project engineers alike.
Qualifications & Credentials
- Industry Experience: 5+ years of hands-on HVAC controls and/or building automation experience, or an Associate degree / technical diploma in HVAC, Electronics, or Building Automation.
- Platform Expertise: Prior experience with Delta Controls, Tridium Niagara, or comparable direct digital control (DDC) systems is highly preferred.
- Technical Breadth: Strong background in systems integration, electrical schematics, network protocols (e.g., BACnet, Modbus), and mechanical HVAC operations.
- Customer Focus: Proven track record of outstanding customer service and professional communication.
(Comprehensive, ongoing product and platform training will be provided and required.)
Why Join Setpoint Systems?
- Uncapped Earnings: $51 - $61 per hour commensurate with experience, plus an uncapped commission structure on upgrades and service agreements.
- Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance coverage.
- Retirement & Security: 401(k) with company match, plus employer-paid Life Insurance.
- Skill Advancement: Dedicated investment in technical certifications, factory training, and professional leadership tracks.
- Dynamic, High-Growth Culture: Be a core part of an agile, expanding company where your contributions are recognized and rewarded.
Setpoint Systems is an Equal Opportunity Employer (M/F/D/V). We embrace diversity and are dedicated to building an inclusive and empowering environment for every team member.
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What Colorado Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in controls technician jobs across Colorado.
- Associate degree or technical certificate in industrial electronics, instrumentation, or controls technology
- Hands-on experience with PLC platforms such as Allen-Bradley, Siemens, or Mitsubishi
- Proficiency with SCADA systems and HMI configuration in industrial or utility environments
- Familiarity with NEC codes, NFPA 70E electrical safety standards, and lockout/tagout procedures
- Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, P&ID diagrams, and control drawings
- ISA Certified Control Systems Technician credential preferred for mid-level and senior positions
Controls Technician Jobs in Colorado: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a controls technician in Colorado?
Most controls technicians in Colorado start with an associate degree or certificate in industrial electronics, instrumentation, or mechatronics from a community college such as Red Rocks, Pueblo Community College, or Emily Griffith Technical College. Colorado does not require a state license specifically for controls technicians, but earning an ISA Certified Control Systems Technician credential and completing an apprenticeship through a union or employer significantly strengthens your candidacy with Colorado industrial and utility employers.
Which companies hire controls technicians in Colorado?
Companies currently hiring controls technicians in Colorado include The Building People, LONG Building Technologies, and Johnson Controls, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Colorado's mix of oil and gas infrastructure, aerospace facilities, and large utility operations means consistent demand across the Front Range.
Which Colorado cities have the most controls technician jobs?
Denver, Littleton, and Colorado Springs account for the most controls technician openings in Colorado. Denver leads because it is home to the largest concentration of industrial employers, utility headquarters, and building automation contractors, while Colorado Springs draws demand from defense and aerospace facilities, and Pueblo's manufacturing and energy sector supports a steady pipeline of instrumentation and controls roles.
Are there remote controls technician jobs in Colorado?
Yes, but they're rare. Controls technician work is fundamentally hands-on, requiring on-site access to equipment, panels, and physical systems, so most roles are field-based or plant-based. About 33% of controls technician openings tied to Colorado are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, and those positions typically involve SCADA monitoring, engineering support, or documentation tasks rather than direct equipment work.
How can I get hired as a controls technician in Colorado with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is completing an instrumentation or industrial electronics certificate at a Colorado community college, then applying to apprenticeship programs offered through IBEW locals active along the Front Range or through employer training programs at companies like Xcel Energy and Siemens. Entry-level titles such as controls technician apprentice, field service assistant, or maintenance electrician helper are common stepping stones. Holding a CCST trainee credential or demonstrating hands-on PLC lab work from your coursework gives candidates a meaningful edge over other applicants.
Where can I find and apply to controls technician jobs in Colorado?
You can find and apply to controls technician jobs in Colorado on Migrate Mate, which lists current Colorado openings. Search the roles available, find the ones that match your experience and location, and apply directly to the positions that fit.
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