Building Automation Installation Specialist

Harris Company; Bowie (MD); On-site; USD 35,900 - 53,850; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401K with company match

Vacation and sick time

Job summary

A leading mechanical contracting firm seeks a Building Automation Installation Specialist to manage the installation and repair of electrical systems. The ideal candidate will have prior electrical experience and skills in testing equipment and blueprint reading. Responsibilities include planning layouts, connecting components, and ensuring safety protocols. This role offers a competitive pay range of $26.06 - $39.09 per hour along with various benefits including insurance and 401K matching.

Qualifications

• Prior training and experience in the electrical field.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and diagrams.
• Basic understanding of HVAC systems and automation controls.

Responsibilities

• Plan layout and installation of electrical wiring according to local codes.
• Connect wires to electrical components for a complete system.
• Test electrical systems using devices like ohmmeters and voltmeters.

Skills

Electrical field experience

Testing equipment knowledge

Mechanical systems understanding

Blueprint reading

Programmable logic controllers

HVAC systems understanding

Tools

Multi-meters

Digital analyzers

Power construction equipment

Testing equipment

Job description

The purpose of your role as a Building Automation Installation Specialist

As a Building Automation Installation Specialist, you will, assemble, plan, route, install, and repair wiring and other electrical components and equipment necessary to install engineered control and security systems.

Electrical Wiring/Installation Responsibilities:

• Plan layout and installation of electrical wiring and equipment based on job specifications and local codes
• Connect wires to electrical components as needed for a complete and operational system.
• Test electrical systems or continuity of circuits in electrical wiring or equipment using testing devices, such as ohmmeters or voltmeters to ensure compatibility and safety of system.
• Use a variety of tools or equipment, such as power construction equipment, measuring devices, power tools, and testing equipment, such as ammeters.
• Place conduit, pipes, or tubing, inside designated partitions, walls, or other concealed areas, and pull insulated wires or cables through the conduit to complete circuits between boxes
• Work from ladders, scaffolds, or roofs to install, maintain, or repair electrical wiring or equipment
• Responsible for personal and team safety on jobs.
• Assemble, install, test, or maintain electrical or electronic wiring or equipment using hand tools or power tools

What we're looking for in you

• Prior training and experience in the electrical field
• Prior experience testing equipment to include multi-meters and digital analyzers
• Basic understanding of mechanical systems: what they do and how they operate
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, diagrams, submittals, specifications, software/systems, programs, schematics and operation/product manuals
• Basic understanding of Programmable logic controllers, variable frequency drives, automation controls
• Basic understanding of Heating Ventilation and Air Conditioning (HVAC) systems including the various components and processes

As one of the country's leading mechanical contractors, Harris offers you the best of both worlds: the stability, resources and opportunities of a national company, and the team culture, creative spirit and customer loyalty of a local business. If you thrive on variety and new challenges, we want to meet you!

From stadiums to manufacturing facilities, power plants to hospitals, concert halls to classrooms, we handle projects of all sizes and complexity from multiple regional locations across the country.

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• 401K with company match
• Vacation time, sick time, and paid holidays

Pay Range: $26.06 - $39.09 per hour
The actual salary offer will vary by candidate based on a wide range of factors such as specific skills, qualifications, experience, and location.

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