Critical Facilities Controls Technician

ATS Automation, Inc; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 60,000 - 108,000; Full time

Job summary

ATS Automation, Inc. in Portland, Oregon seeks a hands-on professional to lead start up and commissioning of building automation systems, and to learn how to modify and create project-specific controls programming.

You will keep field diagrams up to date and reflect accurate on-site conditions. You will interface with customers, subcontractors, and suppliers, test custom front ends to meet design intent, and support owner training during project closeout.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree or certificate in an Applied Technologies field.
• Exposure to electronics and basic electrical circuits.
• Exposure to basic programming concepts.
• Experience troubleshooting basic and complex problems.
• Ability to work both in teams and on personal projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead startup and commissioning of building automation systems.
• Modify and create project-specific controls programming.
• Update field drawings and diagrams to reflect on-site conditions.
• Interface with customers, subcontractors, and suppliers.
• Functionally test front ends to meet design intent and end-user needs.
• Support owner training during project closeout.
• Maintain field documentation and UL panel tagging.
• Travel locally with infrequent out-of-state travel.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Ownership mindset

Lifelong learning

Teamwork

Agile approach

Troubleshooting

Education

Associate’s degree in Applied Technologies

Tools

DDC/ PLC programming basics

Job description

Responsibilities

• Lead start up and commissioning of building automation systems.
• Learn how to modify and create project-specific controls programming.
• Update and maintain controls diagrams and drawing sets to reflect accurate on‑site conditions.
• Interface directly with customers, subcontractors, and suppliers, while working alongside other skilled team members.
• Functionally test custom front ends to ensure they meet design intent and end‑user needs.
• Support owner training as part of project closeout.
• Understanding DDC (Direct Digital Controls) and PLC (Programmable Logic Controller) programming and being able to make minor modifications to existing programs.
• Maintain clear and updated field documentation, including but not limited to as‑built drawing sets, project check‑out sheets, and UL Panel Tags.
• Provide feedback on company‑wide standards and participate in continuous improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

• A positive and proactive approach to addressing challenges.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• A sense of ownership and pride in your work.
• A commitment to lifelong learning and curiosity.
• Enjoyment in working both in teams and on personal projects.
• An agile approach to everyday projects and tasks.
• Associate’s degree or certificate in an Applied Technologies field.
• Exposure to electronics and basic electrical circuits.
• Exposure to basic programming concepts.
• Practice working with mechanical systems.
• Experience troubleshooting basic and complex problems.

Job Details

• Base salary for this position ranges from $60,000 - $108,000 and is based on experience and tenure.
• This is a full‑time, exempt position. Typical work days are Monday‑Friday.
• Local travel required with infrequent out‑of‑state travel.
• This position requires consistent physical work at a project jobsite, spending most of your time on your feet. Project jobsites present typical construction and outdoor conditions that require the use of personal protective equipment for safety purposes. Lifting and exerting up to 25 pounds of force occasionally. Must be comfortable climbing a ladder regularly. Small repetitive motions and use of small tools is included.

ATS is an equal opportunity employer and we are committed to complying with all federal, state, and local laws providing equal employment opportunities. When making hiring and employment decisions, we do not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, age, military service, military or veteran status, physical or mental disability, medical condition as defined under state and federal law, or any other legally protected category. All such discrimination is strictly prohibited.

The above job description may not cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.