Building Automation Systems Technician (Controls)

Haynes Mechanical Systems; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 55,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company Vehicle

401K Matching

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Tuition Reimbursement

Gym Reimbursement

Relocation Assistance

Job summary

Haynes Mechanical Systems is a Colorado-based HVAC and building automation leader with 58 years of history. The role focuses on installation, commissioning, and troubleshooting building automation; you will support field teams and subcontractors while maintaining safety and quality standards.

Qualified candidates bring 5+ years in HVAC controls, BAS programming, and strong communication skills to translate technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years HVAC Controls database integrations and sub-system experience.
• Tridium Niagara, Distech, or similar BAS programming and/or troubleshooting experience (Niagara certification a plus).
• Working knowledge of HVAC systems (Boilers, Chillers, RTUs, AHUs, VAVs) and building automation control, with ability to configure and commission controls
• Understanding of communication protocols (BACnet, Modbus, Lon) and ability to troubleshoot them
• Ability to communicate technical material to non-technical audiences

Responsibilities

• Accountable to Team Leader for quality, timeliness, and efficiency of designs; participate in engineering release meetings.
• Responsible for total system point-to-point operation and commissioning.
• Troubleshoot system problems with subcontractors and other trades to ensure proper operation.
• Work with multiple control devices and third-party devices into Niagara.
• Perform software programming with support from Team Lead.
• Configure customer operator workstations and required software (data, trends, alarms, graphics).
• Calibrate systems using basic electronic test equipment.
• Review customers’ systems and identify improvement areas and issues.
• Complete commissioning documentation and provide information for as-builts.
• Conduct site-specific training for owners/operators and turnover to service.
• Engage in self-study to improve technical proficiency.

Job description

At Haynes Mechanical Systems, we have spent over 58 years building a company that we can be proud of - a company that focuses on working together with our customers to provide solutions to their heating, ventilation, and air conditioning needs.

We are a fast-growing commercial HVAC, building automation, and energy services company. Our culture exemplifies achieving excellence in everything we do. We are collaborative and work towards the best result for our customers. Our culture is based on four ideals: family-owned, focus on our associates, dedication to our customers, and continuous improvement.

With locations in Denver, Fort Collins, Colorado Springs, and Phoenix we have many opportunities available. Standard work days are M-F, with occasional on-call after hours.

COMPETITIVE BENEFITS PACKAGE:

• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, Vision plus employer contributions
• Company Vehicle
• 401K - Matched
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• Employee Assistance Program
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Gym and Fitness Reimbursement
• Rideshare and RTD Benefits
• Company Events and Awards
• Relocation Assistance
• AND MORE!!!

POSITION SUMMARY:

Under daily supervision from the Building Automation Team Leader, Tech II is responsible for installation, commissioning, and troubleshooting building unit controllers and Facility Management Systems. Provides detailed information to communicate design to customers, Haynes Mechanical field installation team and subcontractors.

Serves as the technical resource for Controls Technician 1. Controls Technician II will also be required to perform functions of preventive maintenance agreements and participate in our on-call rotation.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Minimum of 5 years HVAC Controls database integrations and sub-system experience
• Tridium Niagara, Distech, or similar BAS programming and/or troubleshooting experience (Niagara certification is a plus)
• Working experience in and knowledge of general construction industry with a focus on HVAC systems (Boilers, Chillers, RTU’s, AHU’s, and VAV’s) and building automation control
• Must understand controls strategies and have the ability to configure and commission building automation controls based on design and company standards
• Must understand communication protocols (ex: BACnet, Modbus, and Lon) with the ability to troubleshoot said protocols
• Understanding of control circuitry and wiring diagrams
• Understanding and troubleshooting inputs/outputs, networks, and communication on end devices
• Ability to communicate technical material to a non-technical audience
• Must possess a valid driver’s license and maintain an insurable driving record

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Accountable to Team Leader and field teams for quality, timeliness, and efficiency of designs; participates in engineering release meeting with project field team
• Responsible for total system point-to-point operation and commissioning
• Troubleshoots system problems, works with subcontractors and other trades to ensure proper operation.
• Controls Technician II will be required to work with multiple control devices and/or third-party devices into Niagara
• Performs static (standalone) and dynamic (total building interactive network) software programming independently with support from Team Lead
• Ability to configure customer operator workstations and all required software (Such as integration device data, trends, history, alarms, and graphics)
• Calibrates systems requiring basic electronic test equipment, such as multi-meters, network terminals and/or a laptop computer
• Reviews customers’ systems and point out other areas of improvement and keeps management apprised of customer concerns and issues
• Complete all required commissioning documentation and provides accurate information for as-builts documentation
• Performs site-specific training for owner/operator on the total system and assists with turnover to service
• Conducts self-study (reading, research, and practice) to improve technical proficiency (software/hardware) in company's product lines
• Communicates with Haynes Mechanical System’s Team Lead, Supervisors, Project Manager, and/or customer upon arrival and before leaving the work site on progress
• Communicates effectively with the general or mechanical contractor, consultants, architect engineers and other sub-contractors as required
• Adheres to safety standards and has a high degree of regard to employee and subcontractor safety.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Able to lift 75 lbs from floor to waist with possible repetition
• Able to lift 50 lbs from shoulder to overhead
• Able to work with both arms above head for minimum of 5 minutes
• Able to carry 50 lbs for a distance of 25 feet
• Able to push or pull 125 for a distance of 150 feet
• Able to climb stairs and ladders
• Able to carry 30 lbs while climbing stairs or a ladder
• Owning and operating hand tools – such as multi-meters, basic hand tools, power tools, and label makers, specialty tools will be provided at the discretion of the company.
• Able to grip and operate hand tools, powers tools and safety equipment, such as chain falls
• Able to lift legs and step over obstacles up to 19 inches above the ground
• Able to perform work while in varying physical positions, such as lying on side, in a kneeling position, while standing on a ladder
• Able to access rooftop units and work at heights and in some cases tight or enclosed spaces
• Able to wear a respirator if conditions require; may have exposure to potentially harmful chemicals or materials
• Able to crawl for a distance of 25 feet
• Able to stoop, squat or kneel for up to 10 minutes at a time

Vision: Correctable to 20/20 with no color blindness

Hearing: Correctable to normal range

COMPENSATION

Base Pay: $40-$50/hour starting pay | $50-$65/hour with 10+ years of experience

Haynes Mechanical is an equal opportunity employer, committed to fostering an inclusive and dynamic work environment.