Controls Technician II

PremiStar; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 34,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

PremiStar is seeking a Controls Technician II to program, start-up, troubleshoot, and commission Building Automation Systems for HVAC controls in both office and field settings in Nashville. You will maintain documentation, support estimating efforts, and train customers on BAS usage.

The role requires a HS diploma or GED with HVAC tech training; 3–5 years in HVAC controls preferred. Proficiency with BAS software and MS Office is expected, with strong communication and teamwork skills.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED with a two-year HVAC-focused technical training or equivalent.
• 3–5 years in HVAC controls is preferred.
• Tridium or WebCTRL certification preferred, but not required.
• Ability to read mechanical drawings and work with BAS systems.

Responsibilities

• Program, configure, download BAS for HVAC controls.
• Install, test, start-up, and commission control systems.
• Troubleshoot complex issues on-site and remotely.
• Collaborate with PMs, engineers, and field techs to meet timelines.
• Maintain project docs and operation manuals.
• Develops database and stores backups for sites.
• Support Account Managers for estimating.
• Coordinate customer BAS training and usage guidance.
• Adhere to safety and company standards.
• Provide technical support for service and warranty issues.
• Complete start-up/commissioning forms and punch lists.

Skills

HVAC controls

BAS programming

Tridium

WebCTRL

Troubleshooting

Reading drawings

MS Office

Team collaboration

Education

HS diploma or GED + 2-year HVAC tech training

Tools

Tridium

WebCTRL

Honeywell

Johnson Controls

Automated Logic

Windows laptop

Job description

The Controls Technician II will control and monitor commercial building HVAC controls system equipment which includes: programming, start-up, troubleshooting, commissioning and servicing of Building Automation Systems (BAS). This role will maintain open communications, deliver top quality workmanship, develop customer relationships, and complete tasks/projects timely. The Controls Technician II will receive direction and support from a team typically consisting of Project Managers, Programmers, Account Managers, and other Technicians.

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 complex 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.
• Develops Database and stores 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.
• Complies with company, industry, and safety standards.
• Provide technical support for ongoing service and warranty-related issues.
• Complete start-up/commissioning forms and complete project punch list timely.

Requirements

• 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.

Preferred Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in the HVAC controls industry preferred.
• Tridium or WebCTRL Certification preferred, but not required.
• Knowledge of HVAC control systems (ex. Honeywell, Johnson Controls, Automated Logic, etc.).
• Advanced 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 read and understand mechanical drawings.
• Ability to work on a team and communicate effectively with others.
• 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.

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 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.

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Employees understand the above job description and agree to comply with and be subject to its conditions. Employee further agrees this job description does not alter his/her at-will employment status. Employees understand the Company reserves the right to delegate, remove, expand or change all responsibilities. Employees acknowledge that he/she can fulfill the above duties with or without reasonable accommodation.