Automation Controls Specialist I

Alutiiq, LLC; Virginia (MN); On-site; USD 73,000 - 94,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k) retirement

Job summary

Alutiiq, LLC in Virginia is seeking an Automation Controls Specialist I to install, maintain, and troubleshoot Building Automation Systems (BAS). This role requires a Bachelor of Science degree and a secret clearance, along with knowledge in HVAC, lighting, and energy management integration. You will work on optimizing energy consumption and ensuring system reliability.

Join our team and benefit from comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans, as well as disability protection and a 401(k) retirement plan.

Qualifications

• Secret clearance required.
• Must be manufacturer-trained with relevant certificates.
• Knowledgeable in HVAC, lighting, and energy management integration.

Responsibilities

• Install, calibrate, and maintain BAS components and software.
• Analyze and optimize BAS performance.
• Collaborate with other trades and departments for system integration.

Skills

HVAC integration

Building Automation Systems (BAS)

Technical oversight

Collaboration with stakeholders

Education

Bachelor of Science degree

Job description

Automation Controls Specialist I

Taxable Entity: ALUTIIQ SOLUTIONS LLC

Location: VA Blackstone FASTC - Blackstone, VA 23824 US (Primary)

Category: Electronics

Job Type: Full-time

Typical Pay/Range: $73,000 to $94,000

Education: Bachelor's Degree

Travel: None

Security Clearance Required: Secret

Position Overview and Primary Duties and Responsibilities (Essential Functions)

The Building Automation Lead is responsible for installing, maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing Building Automation Systems (BAS) that regulate facility HVAC, lighting, and energy management systems. Ensures BAS operates efficiently and reliably to optimize comfort and energy consumption across DOS facilities.

• BAS Implementation & Maintenance: Install, calibrate, and maintain BAS components and software. Troubleshoot and resolve BAS system issues promptly.
• Technical Oversight: Analyze and optimize BAS performance. Provide manufacturer‑specific expertise and maintain certifications.
• Resource & Stakeholder Management: Collaborate with other trades and departments to optimize system integration. Maintain system documentation and training records.
• Working Conditions: Work in technical, office, and field facility environments.
• Physical Requirements: Ability to work at computer stations and within mechanical/electrical rooms.

Required Qualifications and Experience

Secret clearance required. Bachelor of Science degree required. Must be manufacturer‑trained and possess training certificates for installed BAS. Knowledgeable in HVAC, lighting, and energy management integration.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

Afognak Native Corporation and Afognak’s direct and indirect subsidiaries, partnerships, joint ventures and affiliates, including Alutiiq, LLC; Afognak Commercial Group, LLC; Alutiiq Professional Consulting, LLC; and each of their respective domestic and foreign, direct and indirect subsidiaries, partnerships, joint ventures and affiliates are equal‑opportunity employers that do not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship status, age, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, related medical conditions and lactation), sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws (collectively, “Protected Status”).

Benefits

The pay range information provided is a general guideline. The pay rate offered will be determined based on the candidate’s experience and qualifications, as well as geographic locations, market data, and other business considerations, as permitted by law.

Our full range of benefits includes medical, dental, vision, disability protection, life insurance, prescription coverage, voluntary benefits, paid leave, and 401(k) retirement. Positions covered by the McNamara O’Hara Service Contract Act (SCA), Davis-Bacon Act (DBA), or Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), or Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) will comply with the statute or CBA requirements as well as other client‑customer contract requirements (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). For more information, please visit our company’s Career page.