Controls Service Specialist

Become a Controls Service Specialist with Ameresco in Charlotte or Knoxville, USA. Provide technical support for service agreements, perform maintenance, and troubleshoot HVAC systems. Enjoy a competitive benefits package and the opportunity to work with innovative energy solutions. Join Ameresco as a Controls Service Specialist in Charlotte or Knoxville, USA, focusing on technical support for service agreements and HVAC systems. You will perform preventative maintenance, troubleshoot issues, and assist in system startups. Enjoy a competitive benefits package and work in a dynamic environment dedicated to energy efficiency and sustainability.

Ameresco Charlotte, United States Knoxville, Tennessee, United States On-site Full Time UTC-05:00

Ameresco

Company Overview

Name

Ameresco, Inc.

Headquarters

Framingham, MA, United States

Founded

2000

Size

Employs between 1,000 and 1,500 people (source: naesco.org), with annual revenue of approximately $1.8 billion (source: zippia.com).

What They Do

Ameresco is a leading energy services company that specializes in energy efficiency solutions, infrastructure upgrades, and the development of distributed energy resources such as renewable energy plants. Their offerings include solar photovoltaic and biogas-to-energy solutions, asset sustainability, and operations & maintenance for commercial-scale facilities. The company operates in a product-neutral and supplier-independent manner, ensuring tailored solutions for their clients (source: naesco.org). Ameresco's target markets include federal, state, and local governments, utilities, data centers, educational and healthcare institutions, housing authorities, and commercial/industrial customers. They provide comprehensive energy-saving projects that reduce operating expenses, stabilize costs, and improve reliability (source: ameresco.com). As a full-service cleantech integrator, Ameresco differentiates itself by offering a complete suite of services from development to operation, supported by a team of over 1,500 professionals (source: zippia.com).

Projects & Track Record

Ameresco has a robust track record of completing energy-saving projects across North America and Europe. Notable projects include early biogas-to-energy plants in Massachusetts and infrastructure upgrades in Framingham, MA (source: naesco.org). In 2024, Ameresco placed a record 241 MWe of energy assets into operation, demonstrating strong execution across its business lines (source: ameresco.com). The company has partnered with various sectors, including federal/state/local governments, utilities, and educational institutions, and has been involved in significant initiatives like the UK's £1 billion Bristol City Leap decarbonization project (source: ameresco.com).

Recent Developments

In recent years, Ameresco has reported significant financial growth, with Q3 2025 revenues reaching $526.0 million, marking a 5% increase (source: ameresco.com). The company completed the acquisition of Maximum Solar to expand its operations and maintenance services for commercial-scale PV facilities (source: ameresco.com). Additionally, the Bristol City Leap Partnership in the UK is projected to create over 1,000 local jobs and generate £61 million in social value within its first five years (source: ameresco.com).

Working There

Ameresco offers a wide range of roles across various departments, including energy efficiency, renewable energy development, project execution, and operations & maintenance. The company employs over 1,500 professionals, including engineers and business experts, across its headquarters in Framingham, MA, and over 50 regional offices in North America and Europe (source: ameresco.com). The company culture is driven by C.A.R.I.N.G. values, focusing on delivering innovative solutions and customer satisfaction. Ameresco has been recognized for its growth and employee-focused environment, with accolades such as Forbes' America's Best Small Companies and New England Clean Energy Council Employer of the Year (source: ameresco.com).

Contact

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Ameresco, Inc. (NYSE:AMRC) is a leading energy solutions provider dedicated to helping customers reduce costs, enhance resilience, and decarbonize to net zero in the global energy transition. We are a trusted, full-service partner to public sector and government entities, K-12 schools, higher education, utilities, and healthcare customers across the U.S., Canada, the U.K., and Europe.

At Ameresco, we show the way by developing, constructing and operating tailored smart energy efficiency solutions, distributed energy resources, and infrastructure upgrades that drive cost savings, resilience, decarbonization, and innovation. Our comprehensive portfolio is built to address the challenges of today and adapt the future, ensuring long-term sustainability and success for our customers.

Ameresco is looking for a Controls Service Specialist to cover the Eastern, TN and Northern NC areas. This candidate will perform technical support for service agreement tasks and scheduled assignments to ensure that systems covered under a service agreement are properly maintained and operating correctly.

Responsibilities

Performs preventative maintenance and diagnostics on building systems and components according to the service agreement terms.
Respond to customer service calls either on-site, remotely, or in an emergency situation. These calls could involve any and more of the following: check indicated points of trouble and repair, analyze full system, test components, apply corrective actions to repair system, and pulling points lists and alarm reports.
Commissioning of Control and HVAC Systems.
Troubleshoot component and equipment problems.
Performs system checkout and assists in building systems startup for service installation projects.
Manage time to complete assignments on time and within budget.
Completes and submits service work orders and time reporting daily.
The ability to develop estimates and put together a BOM and SOO for service opportunities.
Conducts training on site for customer base.
Delivers technical support, coaching and direction to end users and coworkers when applicable.
Perform other duties as required.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, or a related field. Equivalent work experience may be considered.
Minimum of 4+ years of hands-on experience in the field of DDC control systems for commercial buildings.

Additional Qualifications

Hands on experience with BAS controls.
Niagara N4 Technical Program Certification.
Experience with electronics and basic electrical circuits.
Computer hardware and software skills.
Knowledge of DDC Control Theory and Applications Knowledge of mechanical systems (e.g., RTU's, AHU's, VAV's, VFD's, Split Systems, Pumps, Motors, Boilers, Chillers and Cooling Towers).
Ability to work independently and unsupervised.
Perform other duties as required.

Ameresco challenges the brightest, most talented, and creative individuals in the industry by providing an environment that fosters initiative and achievement. We are proud of our comprehensive and competitive employee benefits, including people-oriented insurance, investment, and incentive plans.

All official communications from Ameresco will originate from an @ameresco.com email address. Any correspondence from other domains should be regarded as fraudulent. Please report any suspicious activity to the platform where the issue was encountered. For further inquiries or concerns, please contact us at 1-866-AMERESCO

Ameresco is an Equal Opportunity Employer.