Automation Specialist II

Mckenney; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

McKenney’s is seeking an Automation and Controls Specialist in Atlanta to design, build, test, and commission building control systems for HVAC, lighting, power, and monitoring.

You will work with Niagara software tools to optimize sequences, troubleshoot hardware, and support BAS service and maintenance, emphasizing reliability and customer satisfaction.

Qualifications

• 2+ years with BAS controls platforms (e.g., Tridium Niagara, Trane, JCI, Honeywell, Siemens, Distech)
• 1+ year developing, building, testing, and commissioning complete building controls systems including the graphical interface
• Experience with HVAC/commercial control equipment installation, operation and repair
• Knowledge of electrical circuits and systems
• High school diploma or GED, Niagara Niagara 4 certification is required

Responsibilities

• Develop, build, test, and commission building controls systems including programming equipment and sequence of operations
• Participate in controls engineering reviews and identify sequence operability gaps
• Leverage Niagara tools (program service, BQL, service suite) to optimize productivity
• Perform hardware troubleshooting via serial CLI
• Service and maintain BAS, diagnose control system malfunctions
• Respond to BAS emergencies during off hours
• Prepare documentation and status reports
• Pathway completion and 12-month progress before advancing to Automation Specialist 3

Skills

Automation troubleshooting

Schematic reading

Email communications

Calendar management

Team player

Self-starter

Customer interaction

Punctuality

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tridium Niagara 4 Certification

Bachelor’s degree in related field

Tools

Tridium Niagara 4

BQL

Niagara program service

Job description

JOB SUMMARY

Our Automation and Controls Specialists are instrumental in building long-term customer relationships, solving problems, and making recommendations to improve customers’ building systems. They will develop, build, test, and commission building systems such as HVAC, lighting, power, and monitoring.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Develop, build, test, and commission building controls systems to include programming equipment, condenser water plant sequence of operations, and modifications to the graphical interface.
• Participate in controls engineering review and provide input on design to identify gaps in sequence operability.
• Leverage Niagara software tools such as the program service, BQL, and service suite to optimize productivity.
• Perform in-depth hardware troubleshooting techniques such as accessing defective hardware CLI through a serial connection.
• Perform BAS service and maintenance, including diagnosing and repairing control system malfunctions.
• Respond to BAS emergencies during off hours.
• Prepare documentation and reports of work status and completion.
• Must complete Pathway and pass performance checkout, as well as hold role for a minimum of 12 months until you can progress to Automation Specialist 3

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Experience

• At least 2 years of experience with 2 or more BAS controls platforms such as Tridium Niagara, Trane, Johnson Controls, Honeywell, Siemens, or Distech.
• At least 1 year of experience in developing, building, testing, and commissioning complete building controls systems including the graphical interface, from the ground up.
• Working knowledge of the installation, operation, and repair of commercial HVAC and control equipment.
• Working knowledge of electrical circuits and systems.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Tridium Niagara 4 Certification

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Ability to apply automation solutions and troubleshoot complex problems on automated equipment that is new and existing.
• Ability to read and understand mechanical, electrical, network, and wiring schematics, drawings, and diagrams.
• Ability to manage professional email communications.
• Ability to manage and maintain a calendar and task management system.
• Ability to present a professional, positive, and helpful attitude, always, when interacting with customers and co-workers.
• Must possess and maintain exceptional work ethic and punctuality.
• Must uphold company values and demand the highest level of conduct from self and others.
• Must be a self-starter, with the ability to work as part of a team and independently.
• Willingness to market and promote McKenney’s cycle of services.
• Willingness to market and promote McKenney’s cycle of services.

PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor’s degree in related field.
• Distech GFX Certification.

WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL EFFORTS

• Work involves moderate exposure to elements, such as hot/cold temperatures, dirt, dust, and/or loud noises.
• Work environment involves moderate exposure to construction warehouse hazards or physical risks, which require following basic safety precautions.
• Moderate physical effort. Requires handling of average-weight objects up to 75 pounds and extensive sitting. Some walking and standing.

Moving Safety Forward, our initiative for continuous improvements in our safety culture, reminds us that we are on a journey toward a zero-incident culture. In all we do, we must work to build a partnership with our employees, customers and business associates that empowers them all with the ability to do their jobs safely.

McKenney’s is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to workforce diversity. Qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to age, color, religion, sexual orientation, disability, national origin, or gender identity. McKenney’s is a smoke-free and drug-free workplace.