Apprentice Controls Technician - Anchorage

LONG Building Technologies; Anchorage (AK); On-site; USD 37,195 - 58,892; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance

401(k) with Employer Matching

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

LONG Building Technologies is seeking an Apprentice Controls Technician in Anchorage, AK, to support customers by programming HVAC temperature control systems. You will assist Technicians with installation, maintenance, and emergency service while gaining valuable skills in the commercial HVAC industry.

This apprenticeship offers a pay range of $27.00 to $42.75 per hour plus potential profit sharing. Strong analytical skills and some HVAC knowledge are required. Join us to start your career in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Strong analytical skills in solving software and integration challenges.
• Ability to interpret mechanical plans and specifications.
• Basic programming and troubleshooting skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist with programming databases for control systems.
• Help calibrate and check-out control systems.
• Provide labor for graphical user interfaces.

Skills

Analytical problem-solving

Interpret mechanical plans

HVAC systems knowledge

Customer service

Basic programming skills

Education

Tech school (1+ years preferred)

Tools

Building automation systems

Job description

LONG Building Technologies, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Apprentice Controls Technician – Anchorage

Location: Anchorage, AK, United States

Category: Apprenticeship/Internship

Position Purpose

As a LONG Apprentice Controls Technician, you will support customers by helping to program temperature control systems based on project specifications. Using your knowledge in the commercial HVAC industry, you will assist other Technicians in performing installation, warranty, emergency, and maintenance service on installed systems.

Pay Range: $27.00 - $42.75 per hour, plus potential profit share

Benefits

Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance, Voluntary Life Insurance, Voluntary Accident and Critical Care Insurance, Basic Life, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), 401(k) with Employer Matching contributions, Profit Sharing/Bonus/ Commission Program as applicable, Paid Time Off, Paid Community Service Day, 8 Paid holidays, Tuition Reimbursement, Pet Insurance, Legal and IDShield are offered to eligible employees.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Assist with programming databases for all supported systems to meet specified sequences of operation and equipment manufacturers recommendations, in accordance with LONG standards and contract documents.
• Help control Technicians perform calibration and check-out of control systems and ensure that specified sequence of operations and commissioning obligations are met.
• Assist the graphics coordination and/or provide the labor and expertise for the preparation and delivery of graphical user interfaces when required for projects in accordance with LONG standards and contract documents.
• Help provide information to update drawings and keep records of equipment for as-built documentation (submit all redlined drafting to application engineers).
• Enroll in and stay current in the ASP Building Automation Technician Program.
• Other duties assigned.

Qualifications

• Strong analytical skills in solving software and integration challenges.
• Ability to interpret mechanical plans and specifications.
• Some working knowledge of heating, ventilation, air conditioning systems, control systems, building automation, electrical systems, energy management, engineering, installation, and construction procedures.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously and willingness to accept responsibility and accountability.
• Strong customer service and analytical skills.
• Ability to interact with all levels of personnel to include department managers, project managers, engineers, sales, and controls technicians.
• Ability to legally drive a company vehicle.
• Aptitude for computer systems or mechanical systems.
• Basic programming and troubleshooting skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Already enrolled in the ASP program.
• 1+ years of tech school.
• No candidate will meet every single desired qualification. If your experience looks a little different from what we have identified and you think you can bring value to the role, we would love to learn more about you!

Physical Requirements

• This work may involve standing for extended periods, climbing ladders or scaffolds, and working in tight spaces.
• This position may require lifting to 50 lbs. from floor to countertop and countertop to floor.
• This position may require climbing ladders and the ability to function at heights.

Environment

• Inside and outside work environment
• Consistent in state travel to jobsites

Hazards

• General construction worksite hazards
• High precarious places

Competencies

• LONG expects its employees to understand and meet customer needs, collaborate effectively with colleagues, manage potential hazards and risks, and engage with and contribute to the community. These values are part of our core values used as performance metrics and are integral to company culture.

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, or Veteran status.