Building Controls Technician

The Building People

Dallas (TX)

Hybrid

USD 65,000 - 85,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical & Rx

Dental

401(k) Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Job summary

The Building People is looking for a Building Controls Technician responsible for programming and configuring building automation systems across a 7-state area. This role requires at least 25% travel and includes responsibilities such as updating JACEs and participating in QAQC efforts.

Successful candidates will have strong knowledge of DDC control systems, excellent communication skills, and the ability to troubleshoot complex issues. A competitive benefits package is available.

Qualifications

Proficient in Niagara N4 Framework or equivalent experience.
Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills.
Excellent customer service abilities.

Responsibilities

Program and configure DDC building automation systems.
Coordinate with contractors for project success.
Monitor HVAC systems for functionality issues.

Skills

Niagara N4 Framework proficiency

Strong troubleshooting skills

Programming skills

Excellent communication skills

Knowledge of DDC Control Theory

Education

5 years experience in Tridium or relevant certifications

Tools

Niagara Workbench

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

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 senior control technician will be assigned to the North Little Rock Arkansas office, but the primary work responsibility will involve working within the 7‑state area of the 63rd Readiness Division, California, Nevada, Arizona, New Mexico, Texas, Oklahoma and Arkansas.

Responsibilities

Existing EBCS JACEs

Update/make corrections to existing JACEs so they are fully compliant with current EBCS standards
Correct abnormalities
Once corrections are made to JACE, integrate to ARIMD server using Virtuals

Existing JACEs that are not on EBCS

Update/make corrections to existing JACEs so they are fully compliant with current EBCS standards
Correct abnormalities
Once corrections are made to JACE, integrate to ARIMD server using Virtuals

New JACE integrations – Contractor Performed

Participate in all EBCS Stakeholders and Working Group meetings
Coordinate and communicate with contractors to assure successful project
Assist with QAQC

New JACE integrations – 63rd RD Performed

Update/make corrections to existing JACEs so they are fully compliant with current EBCS standards
Correct abnormalities
Once corrections are made to JACE, integrate to ARIMD server using Virtual

Retro‑Cx projects

Coordinate and communicate with contractors to assure successful project
Assist with QAQC of controls

Ongoing O&M

Monitor HVAC and controls through EMCS and EBCS systems
Identify HVAC/controls issues – failed sensors, overrides, functionality problems
Report above to RFOS for corrective measures
Verify corrective measures have been performed

Additional Responsibilities

Attend EBCS Summits
Collaborate with OCAR‑ARIMD Sustainment Manager
Coordinate and work with 63rd Energy Manager
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.

Experience & Education

Proficient in Niagara N4 Framework. Prefer Tridium N4 and advanced certifications but may be substituted with five (5) years' experience in Tridium.
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.
Proficient in Niagara Workbench.
Operational experience at JACE and Server.
Helpful if individual is familiar with the Army Reserve ARIMD EBCS Program.
HVAC experience and understand operation of various system types.
Ability to program HVAC/controls systems.
Experience in troubleshooting system programing and ability to make repairs of the Niagara program.
Experience in operations of the Niagara analytics program.
Able to read and understand all EBCS Niagara design specifications
Ability to work with various individuals within the 63rd AOR to include RFOSs, AFOSs, Facility Coordinators, 63rd staff, and various contractors.
Able to obtain an Army Reserve ID card.