Building Controls Technician

The Building People; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical & Rx

Dental

Vision

Flexible Spending Accounts

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance/AD&D

Long Term Disability and Short-Term

Paid Time Off

Holiday Pay

Job summary

The Building People, LLC, is seeking a Building Controls Technician to lead programming, configuration, and testing of Direct Digital Control (DDC) building automation systems for smart infrastructure in Austin, TX. The role works independently to meet project requirements with limited supervision.

Responsibilities include hardware/software design, commissioning, and owner training, with 25% travel to job sites.

Qualifications

• At least 3 years of experience with programming, startup and commissioning of control systems.
• Niagara Ax or N4 certification is a plus but not required.

Responsibilities

• Design and engineer control system hardware and software programming based on project plans, specifications, and other contract documents.
• Ability to program projects with various levels of complexity.
• Capable of performing network troubleshooting, database troubleshooting and repair programming.
• Collaborates with the engineering team on the system configuration, network and software requirements, graphics, programming, and sequences of operations.
• Develop and configure the sequence of operations, programming, graphics, database, network, and integrations into third party systems.
• Maintains accurate and thorough project documentation and redlines.
• Provides owner training as required by the project.
• Executes system commissioning and functional testing.
• Assist in installation of control hardware.
• Startup and commission new hardware installations.
• Provide project management assistance on projects as required, interfacing directly to customers.
• Supervise sub-contractors and suppliers as needed.
• Help educate lower-level technicians through on the job training as needed.

Skills

DDC programming

HVAC control theory

Diagnostics & troubleshooting

Communication skills

Project coordination

Team collaboration

Documentation

Customer service

Electrical knowledge

Tools

Niagara Ax/N4 certification

MS Office

Job description

The Building People, LLC, has a position open for a full-time Building Controls Technician who will provide services related to the expansion, upgrade or replacement of building automation hardware and software for smart building infrastructure. The position will work independently to meet project requirements with limited supervision. The programmer will be responsible for programming, configuring, and testing of Direct Digital Control (DDC) building automation and control systems. The control technician will be assigned to buildings in Austin, TX and its neighboring suburbs.

Responsibilities/Duties

• Design and engineer control system hardware and software programming based on project plans, specifications, and other contract documents
• Ability to program projects with various levels of complexity
• Capable of performing network troubleshooting, database troubleshooting and repair programming
• Collaborates with the engineering team on the system configuration, network and software requirements, graphics, programming, and sequences of operations
• Develop and configure the sequence of operations, programming, graphics, database, network, and integrations into third party systems
• Maintains accurate and thorough project documentation and redlines
• Provides owner training as required by the project
• Executes system commissioning and functional testing
• Assist in installation of control hardware
• Startup and commission new hardware installations
• Provide project management assistance on projects as required, interfacing directly to customers
• Supervise sub-contractors and suppliers as needed
• Help educate lower-level technicians through on the job training as needed

This position will require a minimum of 25% travel

Required Skills

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite or related software
• Programming skills
• Strong analytical skills
• Strong interactive and communication skills
• Strong troubleshooting skills
• Experience with electronics and basic electrical circuits
• Thorough understanding of and ability to use appropriate tools
• Excellent customer service and ability to work well with others
• Knowledge of DDC Control Theory and Applications as related to HVAC equipment
• Strong knowledge of common DDC communications protocols such as but not limited to BACnet, LON, Modbus, etc.

Required Experience/Education

• At least 3 years of experience with programming, startup and commissioning of control systems
• Niagara Ax or N4 certification a plus but not required
• Experience with multiple manufacturers of controls a plus
• Technical knowledge with installation of controls equipment and ancillary devices

Physical Requirements

• Physically able to climb overhead or crawl under spaces to complete jobs.
• Must be willing to work at heights.
• Must be able to lift up to 35 pounds at times.

Salary Offered

Salary offered will be commensurate with the candidate's experience, qualifications, and certifications.

Background Screening

Our positions may require a background screening and clearance directly from the Government.

Telework Arrangements

Please note that telework arrangements are subject to change based on customer requirements.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Competitive benefits for eligible employees include:

• Medical & Rx
• Dental
• Vision
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Life Insurance/AD&D
• Long Term Disability and Short-Term Disability
• Paid Time Off
• Holiday Pay

All positions require a background check after acceptance of our offer. The selected candidate will be eligible to begin employment before the background check has been finalized. However, continued employment will be contingent upon the results of your reference/background check from The Building People, LLC. Your position may require special credentialing, clearance, and access as a condition of employment. In the event the government or client does not sponsor or approve your clearance, it may result in termination of your employment.

If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us by email at [e-mail] and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Requests for accommodation will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this e-mail address.

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