Building Automation Installation Team Lead

Harris Company; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance

401K with company match

Vacation time, sick time, and paid holidays

Job summary

A leading electrical systems firm in Phoenix, Arizona is seeking a Building Automation Installation Team Lead to oversee installation teams and manage electrical projects. This role involves planning and executing electrical installations while ensuring safety and compliance with building codes. The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years of experience with mechanical and electrical systems and an Associate's degree or equivalent. The position includes benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and a 401K plan.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience with mechanical and electrical systems.
• Proficiency in using Microsoft Office.
• Strong problem-solving skills related to equipment testing and repair.

Responsibilities

• Oversee project installation teams for electrical systems.
• Ensure safety and compliance with building codes.
• Prepare installation material orders and manage scheduling.

Skills

Testing equipment including multi-meters

Knowledge of building codes

Ability to interpret blueprints

Understanding of HVAC systems

Knowledge of automation controls

Education

Associate's degree in electrical construction or related field

Job description

The purpose of your role as a Building Automation Installation Team Lead

The BA Installation Team Lead oversees a project installation team that assembles, plans, routes, installs, and repairs wiring and other electrical components and equipment necessary to install engineered control and security systems. They will foster the desired safety and work culture of the organization.

Electrical Wiring/Installation

• 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. May include pre-task planning and toolbox talks
• Assemble, install, test, or maintain electrical or electronic wiring or equipment using hand tools or power tools

Documentation

• Prepares as-built documents and turns them into Design team
• Completes and submits labor and expense reports and paperwork in a timely, complete and accurate manner
• Prepare completed job documentation and participate in operational verification of systems
• Participates in and may develop customer acceptance procedure plan
• Monitors, manages and anticipates project installation budgets and notifies Lead Controls Installation Specialist of potential problems in advance of or as problems arise.
• Submits regular labor productivity reports for each managed project

Material and Equipment

• Prepares installation material orders and submits purchase orders requests for specialized install materials such as wire, conduit, and hangers. Will visit jobsite to obtain information pertaining to material to be ordered
• Responsible for scheduling delivery of equipment and installation materials to job site
• May monitor assigned jobs for changes in materials or equipment or make change order recommendations to Design team. May notify Lead Controls Installation Specialist of changes in material requirements
• Maintains close contact with installation personnel and responds to material contingencies as they arise

Project Planning

• Participate in project hand-off meetings, coordinate with Lead Controls Installation Specialist to schedule installation resources and field labor necessary to meet project schedules
• Examines job contract plans and specifications, submittal documents and then reviews with Design team to get a complete picture of system designed. Will visit actual jobsite for information pertaining to engineering layouts
• Prepare sketches or follow blueprints to determine the location of wiring or equipment and to ensure conformance to building and safety codes
• Efficiently manages field labor that has been allocated for projects
• Supplies technical information to installation personnel and Design team on equipment applications
• Responsible for maintaining employee paperwork such as time cards and expense reports and turn them in in a timely fashion
• Lead, coach, mentor, and develop Controls Installation Specialists I and II
• May provide or participate in customer training

Other

• Maintains proficient product knowledge, procedures and methods, and continuously learns more advanced product applications
• Responsible for staying up to date on company installation standards, safety training and current building codes as they pertain to scope of work
• Manages own backlog to ensure timely and accurate job completion. Keeps field personnel informed of job status and elevates problems as needed
• May be responsible for basic program duplication and assistance and/or commissioning of unitary type control devices such as Variable Air Volume (VAV) units
• Will participate in startup procedures and may make minor modifications to control programs with direction from Controls System Specialist

What we're looking for in you

• Associate's degree preferred in electrical construction or a related field
• 5+ years of experience with mechanical and electrical systems
• Strong ability to test equipment to include multi-meters and digital analyzers
• Proficient in use/knowledge of Microsoft Office
• Proficient knowledge of building codes
• Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, diagrams, submittals, specifications, software/systems, programs, schematics and operation/product manuals
• Proficient understanding of Heating Ventilation and Air Conditioning (HVAC) systems including the various components and processes
• Proficient understanding of Programmable logic controllers, variable frequency drives, automation controls

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

The actual salary offer will vary by candidate based on a wide range of factors, including skills, qualifications, experience, and location.

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