Controls Technician

Ambient Enterprises; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 61,992 - 75,768; Full time

Job summary

Airtech Automation is seeking a Controls Technician to specialize in HVAC control systems. This role requires experience in installations, programming, and troubleshooting for systems used in air-conditioning, heating, and energy management.

The ideal candidate will have 3-5 years of relevant experience, strong customer service skills, and the ability to work in the Michigan area. A competitive hourly rate of $45–$55/hr is offered based on experience.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of experience in HVAC controls or building automation systems.
• Ability to troubleshoot and repair control systems and associated HVAC equipment.
• Must have OSHA 10-hour training certification (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Install, program, start-up, and service building automation and HVAC control systems.
• Troubleshoot, diagnose, and optimize building automation systems.
• Provide customer service in the Michigan area.

Skills

HVAC controls experience

Troubleshooting skills

Customer service skills

Tools

Honeywell controls

Facility Explorer / CCT

DraftSight

Microsoft Visio

Job description

Airtech Automation is a growing company in the evolving field of building commissioning, and we strive to make buildings work better. Specializing in the optimization of complex building systems, our team's diversified skill set provides value to our clients from the design stages of new construction all the way through operating existing buildings. Our consulting group provides a full array of commissioning services for both new and existing buildings, and our technical services group provides start-up services on complex HVAC equipment from a wide range of manufacturers. The Airtech team consists of experienced industry-leading professionals, focused on logistical, energy and cost-effective solutions to our clients.

The Controls Technician specializes in the installation, programming, start-up, and service of building automation and HVAC control systems for a variety of applications including air-conditioning, heating, ventilation, humidity control, and energy management systems. We are searching for experienced controls technicians to support our growing service business. The ideal candidate will be able to troubleshoot, diagnose, and optimize building automation systems, be dependable, and possess strong customer service skills. This role would service our Michigan area.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of experience in HVAC controls or building automation systems
• Familiar with Facility Explorer / CCT
• Experience with Distech controller line and GFX programming
• Honeywell controls experience preferred but not required
• Basic understanding of DraftSight
• Basic understanding of Microsoft Visio
• Field experience with commercial HVAC systems and controls integration
• Working knowledge of commercial air-conditioning, heating, and rooftop HVAC systems
• Ability to troubleshoot and repair control systems and associated HVAC equipment
• Must have your own hand tools
• Must have a clean driving record
• OSHA 10-hour training certification (preferred)

$45–$55/hr, with flexibility based on experience and skills.

Airtech Automation provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.