Automation Technician II

EMCOR Services Mesa Energy; Santee (CA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

EMCOR Services Mesa Energy in Santee, CA seeks an Automation Technician II to inspect, test, adjust and repair electrical, electronic, mechanical and pneumatic automation systems. You will diagnose malfunctions, perform preventative maintenance and support control system installations.

The role requires a bachelor’s degree in engineering or equivalent experience, 4+ years in automation, and familiarity with HVAC control platforms such as Distech, Delta, Alerton, ALC or Tridium.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or equivalent field experience.
• Minimum of 4 years of relevant experience, with at least two years as an automation technician.
• Working knowledge of HVAC control systems (Distech, Delta, Alerton, ALC or Tridium).
• Knowledge of mechanical systems.
• Engineering skills include electronics, mechanics, hydraulics, pneumatics, and programming.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Experience with control system architecture design, programming or maintenance.
• Good computer skills, understanding of controls networking.
• A valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Tests, inspect and adjust sensors, meters, gauges, and controllers for accuracy.
• Read and identify components on a controls drawing.
• Identify mechanical equipment on drawings (chillers, boilers, pumps, AHU’s, FCU’s, VAV’s).
• Understand basic electrical control circuits including 24VAC power and controller I/O.
• Understand simple controls networking principles.
• Display knowledge of controls hardware.
• Prepare schematic drawings, sketches, and reports for as-built drawings.
• Monitor, identify and diagnose potential problems using computers and on-site observations.
• Interface with installation/maintenance teams to perform installations, repairs or modifications of controlled systems.
• Schedule equipment run times and produce system trend reports.

Skills

Electrical control systems

Controls networking

Schematic reading

Communication skills

Computer programming basics

Driver's license

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (preferably Electrical or Mechanical) or equivalent field experience

Tools

Distech

Delta

Alerton

ALC

Tridium

Job description

We are a full-service HVAC, building automation, chiller, and retrofit contractor with a reputation for combining high-quality consulting services with customized energy solutions. Our integrated, single-source solutions include turnkey in-house capabilities with design assistance, as well as engineering applications and automated control systems.

Job Summary

The Automation Technician II will inspect, test, adjust and, repair new or existing electric, electronic, mechanical, and pneumatic automation devices and systems. This position will also diagnose the cause of electrical or mechanical malfunction or failure of operational equipment and perform preventative and corrective maintenance.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Tests, inspect and adjust sensors, meters, gauges, and controllers for accuracy
• Able to read and identify components on a controls drawing
• The ability to identify mechanical equipment on drawings (chillers, boilers, pumps, AHU’s, FCU’s, VAV’s, etc.)
• Understand basic electrical control circuits including 24VAC power and controller input/outputs
• Understand simple controls networking principles
• Display knowledge of controls hardware
• Ability to implementation systems graphics per project scope
• Replaces defective wiring and tubing
• Records calibrations made, parts and components used, and inventory of parts on hand
• Prepares schematic drawings, sketches, and reports to reflect changes or alterations made in instruments, circuits, and systems for as-built drawings
• Monitor, identify and diagnose potential problems using computer workstations and on-site observations
• Interface with the installation or maintenance team members to execute installations, repairs or modifications of controlled systems and equipment
• Schedule equipment run times as requested and produce system reports of trends, histories, etc.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (preferably Electrical or Mechanical) or equivalent field experience.
• A minimum of (4) years of relevant experience, with at least two years as an automation technician.
• Working knowledge of at least one HVAC controls systems (preferably Distech, Delta, Alerton, ALC or Tridium).
• Knowledge of mechanical systems
• Engineering skills required include knowledge of electronics, mechanics, hydraulics, pneumatics, and computer programming
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Experience with control system architecture design, programing or maintenance desired
• Good computer skills, understanding of controls networking
• A valid driver’s license.

Equal Opportunity Employer

As a leading provider of mechanical and electrical construction, facilities services, and energy infrastructure, we offer employees a competitive salary and benefits package and we are always looking for individuals with the talent and skills required to contribute to our continued growth and success. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled.

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Geographic Disclosure

Compensation Range: $38 - $45 per hour

Benefits

We are committed to providing employees a comprehensive benefits package which includes medical, dental, and vision coverage, along with health savings and flexible spending accounts, life insurance, disability, a 401(k) Savings Plan, College Coach and employee assistance program.