Automation Technician III

Mesa Energy Systems, Inc.; Santee (CA); On-site; USD 63,369 - 77,145; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) Savings Plan

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Mesa Energy Systems, Inc. is seeking an Automation Technician III in Santee, California. This role involves inspecting, testing, adjusting, and repairing automation devices and systems. The ideal candidate will have over 8 years of experience in automation with a Bachelor's degree in Engineering, preferably in Electrical or Mechanical fields.

The position offers a competitive pay range of $46 - $56 per hour and includes benefits such as medical, dental, and vision coverage, along with retirement and savings plans.

Qualifications

• Minimum eight (8) years of direct automation experience with control systems and programming.
• Working knowledge of at least three HVAC controls systems (preferably Delta, JCI, or Andover).
• Experience with control system architecture design, programming, or maintenance desired.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, test, adjust, and repair automation devices and systems.
• Analyze systems and develop scope of work for controls implementation.
• Interface with installation/maintenance team for installations and repairs.

Skills

Direct automation experience with control systems and programming

Knowledge of HVAC controls systems

Verbal and written communication skills

Engineering skills in electronics, mechanics, hydraulics, pneumatics

Computer skills and understanding of controls networking

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Electrical or Mechanical)

Job description

Job Summary

The Automation Technician III will inspect, test, adjust, and repair new or existing electric, electronic, mechanical, and pneumatic automation devices and systems. The role includes diagnosing electrical or mechanical malfunctions, performing preventative and corrective maintenance, and coaching and mentoring other automation technicians.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Understand the design and intent of mechanical equipment and systems (Chiller, Boiler, Custom AHU’s, Primary/Secondary pumping, Variable flow Chilled water plants, Clean Room Applications, Demand Response, and Energy solutions).
• Analyze systems and develop scope of work for controls implementation.
• Monitor, identify, and diagnose potential problems using computer workstations and on‑site observations.
• Interface with the installation or maintenance team to execute installations, repairs, or modifications of controlled systems and equipment.
• Give technical presentations on building automation, controls, and emerging technology.
• Locate defective or non‑operational components in new and existing systems, using test equipment and programming knowledge.

Qualifications

• Minimum eight (8) years of direct automation experience with control systems and programming.
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (preferably Electrical or Mechanical) or equivalent field experience.
• Working knowledge of at least three HVAC controls systems (preferably Delta, JCI, or Andover).
• Ability to interface with customers at a supervisory and management level.
• Engineering skills including knowledge of electronics, mechanics, hydraulics, pneumatics, and computer programming.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Experience with control system architecture design, programming, or maintenance desired.
• Good computer skills, understanding of controls networking.
• Valid driver’s license.

Compensation Range

Compensation Range: $46 - $56 per hour

Benefits

Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision coverage; health savings and flexible spending accounts; life insurance; disability; a 401(k) Savings Plan; College Coach; employee assistance program.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Equal Opportunity Employer / Veterans / Disabled

Affirmative Action Policy

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