Building Controls Technician

The Building People; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in facilities services is hiring a Building Controls Technician in Boston. This role involves programming building automation systems and ensuring project requirements are met under minimal supervision. Successful candidates will possess strong technical skills and provide excellent customer service in a dynamic work environment.

Benefits

Medical & Rx

Dental

Vision

403(b) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Short-Term Disability

Paid Time Off

Holiday Pay

Qualifications

• 3+ years in programming and commissioning control systems required.
• Knowledge of DDC Control Theory and HVAC applications.
• Experience with multiple manufacturers of controls is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Program and configure control systems per project requirements.
• Perform network and database troubleshooting.
• Lead system commissioning and functional testing.

Skills

Communication

Programming skills

Troubleshooting

Analytical skills

Customer service

Education

Niagara Ax or N4 certification

Experience with control systems

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

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The Building Controls Technician 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 Boston, MA 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
  
  

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

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Engineering and Information Technology

• Industries

  Facilities Services

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