Controls Apprentice (Project)

Capstone Mechanical, LP.; Monona (WI); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Capstone Mechanical, LP. in Monona, Wisconsin is seeking an HVAC Controls Technician to program and configure Building Automation Systems (BAS) for HVAC controls. You will install and commission control systems, providing technical support and diagnostics on-site and remotely.

The ideal candidate will have 1–3 years of experience in the HVAC controls industry and possess an electrical license. This position requires clear communication and the ability to collaborate with team members effectively.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of experience in HVAC controls industry preferred.
• Electrical license required.

Responsibilities

• Program and configure Building Automation Systems for HVAC controls.
• Install and commission control systems to ensure functionality.
• Troubleshoot system issues and provide technical diagnostics.
• Collaborate for successful system integration within timelines.
• Maintain project documentation and develop databases.

Skills

Knowledge of HVAC mechanical sequence of operations

Use of laptop computer with Windows OS

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite

Clear verbal and written communication

Teamwork and effective communication

Education

High School diploma or GED and technical training certificate

Completion of a union apprenticeship program

Job description

Responsibilities

• Program, configure, and download Building Automation Systems (BAS) for HVAC controls.
• Install, test, start-up, and commission control systems to ensure proper functionality and project design.
• Troubleshoot system issues and perform technical diagnostics onsite and remotely.
• Collaborate with project managers, engineers, and field technicians to ensure successful system integration within project timelines.
• Maintain and update project documentation, including control drawings, programming files, and operation manuals.
• Develop database and store backups for all customer sites.
• Provide technical expertise to account managers for estimating purposes.
• Coordinate and document customer training on BAS systems for usage and maintenance.
• Comply with company, industry, and safety standards.
• Provide technical support for ongoing service and warranty‑related issues.
• Complete startup/commissioning forms and project punch list timely.

Qualifications

• Education: High School diploma or GED and a two‑year technical training certificate concentrated in HVAC systems or completion of a union apprenticeship program. An equivalent combination of work experience and education requirements will be considered.
• Experience: 1–3 years of experience in the HVAC controls industry preferred.
• Certificates, Licenses, Registrations: Electrical license required.
• Skill Requirements:
• Knowledge of HVAC mechanical sequence of operations.
• Must be able to use a laptop computer running a Windows operating system.
• Able to use Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.).
• Must clearly communicate in verbal and written form.
• Ability to work on a team and communicate effectively with others.

Physical Demands

• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

Work Environment

This job operates in both an office and a field environment. Must be able to sit and/or stand for extended periods of time.

Reasonable Accommodation

Reasonable accommodation will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions unless doing so presents an undue hardship on the company’s business operations.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Equal Opportunity Employer / Protected Veterans / Individuals with Disabilities

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