Critical Facilities Controls Technician

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

Job summary

ATS Companies in Portland, OR is seeking a Controls Technician to troubleshoot, calibrate, repair, and operate building automation systems across project sites. You will gain hands-on experience with DDC and PLC programming, update drawings, and work with customers, subcontractors, and suppliers to ensure on-time, high-quality commissioning and turnover.

The role requires an associate degree or certificate in applied technologies, exposure to electronics and basic programming concepts, and a

Qualifications

• Associates 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.

Responsibilities

• Lead start up and commissioning of building automation systems.
• 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 front ends to ensure they meet design intent and end-user needs.
• Support owner training as part of project closeout.
• Understand direct digital controls (DDC) and programmable logic controller (PLC) programming and make minor modifications to existing programs.
• Maintain clear and updated field documentation, including as-built drawing sets, project check-out sheets, and panel tags.
• Provide feedback on company-wide standards and participate in continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Ownership

Lifelong learning

Team collaboration

Agile mindset

Education

Associate degree

Tools

DDC programming

PLC programming

Electrical circuits

Job description

Overview

Join the exciting world of building automation and energy management. At ATS we are committed to providing the best energy management and facilities solutions for our customers and leading the market in building technologies. Our team of systems integrators engineers, installs, and maintains building automation systems that reduce energy consumption, optimize building performance, and provide the best conditions for tenant occupants.

We work with facilities of all types, from world-class research labs and hospitals to high-profile corporate campuses and cutting-edge data centers. Each building is a puzzle and we are the experts at solving them.

Our work has a tangible, positive impact on the world around us, and we are proud and excited to contribute.

Build your career with us

As a Controls Technician, you will become skilled at troubleshooting, calibrating, repairing, and operating controls systems with their related hardware, software, and equipment. You will develop an in-depth understanding of HVAC-related controls and learn how to provide analysis of building control and mechanical system performance at a complete systems and campus level. Ensuring documentation is accurate and complete is a high priority for this position. You will also have the opportunity to:

• 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 front ends to ensure they meet design intent and end-user needs.
• Support owner training as part of project closeout.
• Understand direct digital controls (DDC) and programmable logic controller (PLC) programming and make minor modifications to existing programs.
• Maintain clear and updated field documentation, including as-built drawing sets, project check-out sheets, and panel tags.
• Provide feedback on company-wide standards and participate in continuous improvement initiatives.

For more information on the duties and responsibilities for this role, please contact us.

Qualities we are looking for

• 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

Background and experiences that will set you up for success

• Associates 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 you should know

• 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 are 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.