HVAC Controls Service Technician - Level II

About the position

The position involves providing controls database management, programming, and support for building automation systems, specifically in HVAC and energy solutions. The role requires collaboration with design specialists and installation personnel to ensure successful project start-up, commissioning, and ongoing support for building systems. The candidate will also be responsible for troubleshooting, documentation, and ensuring compliance with building occupancy codes.

Responsibilities

• Provide controls database, graphics, programming for sequences as provided by the Design Specialist or project specifications.
• Conduct accurate controls systems start-up and commissioning, including point-to-point checkout on assigned projects.
• Verify correct alarm, annunciation, and other actions by equipment and devices in controls projects.
• Support installation personnel on project sites and provide information for other contractors.
• Debug installation issues during static and dynamic start-up and commissioning of building controls.
• Provide support to Climatec and other contractors to solve building operating issues beyond controls operation.
• Assist in accurate estimation, design, installation, start-up, commissioning, and training for building systems.
• Create start-up documentation including daily logs, check-out logs, and commissioning documents as required.
• Ensure timely software backups for projects and software development.
• Provide service support on existing installations to ensure compliance with building occupancy codes and efficient operation.
• Complete time sheets, service work orders, and other paperwork accurately and timely.
• Assist in preparing as-built drawings and Operation & Maintenance Manuals.
• Assist in turnover of projects from Operations Team to Service Team.
• Support the Sales team during the estimating phase, including product or system demonstrations.
• Travel to job sites as necessary for project start-up and commissioning.

Requirements

• Minimum of a high school diploma.
• Two-year technical degree in HVAC or Electronics-related studies.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in building controls or a related field.
• Experience with programming and controls database management.
• Ability to troubleshoot basic electric and electronic circuitry, including reading and interpreting diagrams.
• Clear and concise verbal and written communication skills.
• Understanding of AC power circuitry including breakers and multi-phase power (120VAC and greater).
• Proficiency with electronic testing equipment such as volt meters, amp meters, and oscilloscopes.

Nice-to-haves

• Extensive experience (5+ years) with Distech, Alerton, or Tridium controls systems.
• Deep understanding of HVAC operations within a facility.
• Proven ability to debug installation issues during both static and dynamic start-up phases.
• Experience supporting installation personnel and other contractors on project sites.
• Experience creating start-up documentation, including daily logs, check-out logs, and commissioning documents.
• Experience providing service support to existing installations.

Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• 401K with company match
• Life/AD&D/LTD
• Paid Vacation/Sick/Holidays
• Employee Assistance Program
• Pet Insurance