Controls Technician

Multi-Craft Contractors, Inc.; Springdale (AR); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

Life Insurance (AD&D)

401k Retirement

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Wellness Programs

Education Assistance

Job summary

Multi-Craft Contractors, Inc. is seeking a Controls Technician to install and repair control systems, test and troubleshoot electronics and programming, and coordinate field activities with engineers and managers.

The role requires lifting up to 75 lbs, working in varied environments, and travel between jobsites as needed. Candidates should have a high school diploma or GED, strong problem-solving skills, and the ability to work non-standard hours.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Experience planning and carrying out installation of controls components.
• Ability to troubleshoot and diagnose mechanical or programming issues.
• Clear communication with clients and coworkers.
• Must provide and maintain required tool inventory.
• Willingness to work non-standard schedule: nights, weekends and holidays.
• Good organizational and time-management skills.
• Able to work with limited supervision and minimize re-work.
• Willingness to overtime as needed.
• A current valid driver’s license is required.

Responsibilities

• Safely install controls components.
• Troubleshoot and diagnose issues with mechanical or programming systems.
• Install and repair equipment and controls; work with BACnet, Lonworks, Modbus protocols.
• Coordinate projects and supervise field activities, including meetings and turnover.
• Operate heavy equipment and machinery as needed.
• Work around hazards and at heights or in confined spaces.
• Travel to various jobsites; maintain valid driver’s license and safe driving record.
• Maintain safety and punctuality in all tasks.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Construction environment

GED preferred

Install controls components

Troubleshoot/diagnose

Clear communication

Tool inventory

Non-standard schedule

Organizational skills

Independent work

Overtime willingness

Driver's license

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

SUMMARY

The Controls Technician is responsible for the installation and repair of control systems. They will also apply judgment and discretion when dealing with the testing and repair of these systems.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

• Ability to safely and efficiently install controls components
• Ability to troubleshoot and diagnose mechanical or programming issues
• Installation and repair of various manufacturers’ equipment and controls. Perform required installation and repair of various protocols including but not limited to BACnet, Lonworks, and Modbus etc.
• Project coordination, project management and field supervision including turnover meetings, attending project meetings, coordination between Controls Department and all other divisions along with engineers, general contractors, construction managers, customer building supervisors, equipment vendors, subcontractors, balancers and commissioning agents.
• Operate heavy equipment and machinery in the performance of these essential duties
• Work with and around hazardous materials, as well as at heights and in confined spaces in the performance of these essential duties
• Drive a vehicle to various jobsites throughout working hours a. Maintain valid driver’s license and a driving record that meets company policy
• Work in a constant state of alertness and in a safe manner
• Regular attendance and punctuality are essential for employee job performance
• Perform other duties as assigned

ENVIRONMENT, PHYSICAL AND MENTAL REQUIREMENTS

• Exposure to varying indoor and outdoor conditions, loud noise, dust, toxic chemicals and materials; slippery or uneven walking surfaces; working at heights on ladders, scaffolds, platforms, in ditches/excavations, on top of and underneath single story and multi-story building
• Must be able to lift up to 75lbs
• Must be able to perform manual and repetitive tasks and body movements including standing and/or walking for long periods of time, bending, stooping, climbing, reaching, pulling, pushing, lifting, and carrying
• Must be able to complete job duties proficiently while adapting to changing demands and priorities
• Must have the ability to work in a constant state of alertness and concentrate for long periods of time to perform duties in a safe manner
• This position is subject to ergonomic testing

SAFETY SENSITIVE

This position is designated as a safety sensitive position because it includes as part of the job duties operating a motor vehicle, the operating, maintaining, and monitoring of heavy equipment and machinery, and working with and around hazardous materials, at heights, and in confined spaces. This position is one in which a lapse of attention could result in injury, illness, or death. For the safety of the employee and others, the employee must be able to work in a constant state of alertness and concentrate for long periods of time while operating, maintaining, and monitoring heavy equipment and machinery, and while working with and around hazardous materials, at heights, and in confined spaces.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, REQUIREMENTS, AND ABILITIES

• Ability to safely work in a construction environment
• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) preferred
• Ability to plan and carry out installation of controls components
• Ability to troubleshoot and diagnose mechanical or programming issues
• Ability to communicate clearly with clients and other employees
• All employees must provide and maintain the required tool inventory for this position Ability and willingness to work non-standard schedule: nights, weekends and holidays as/if required
• Good organizational and time-management skills
• Ability to complete daily tasks with limited supervision and minimal errors requiring re-work
• Ability and willingness to work overtime and non-standard schedule: nights, weekends and holidays as/if required
• A current valid driver’s license is required

BENEFITS

MCC offers a comprehensive benefits package to include some of the following:

• Medical, Dental, Vision
• Basic and Optional Life Insurance, Accidental Death & Disability
• 401k Retirement
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• Wellness Programs
• Education Assistance