HVAC Controls / Building Automation Technician

Abstrakt Marketing Group; Ames (IA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Take-home company vehicle

Company technology

Job summary

Mechanical Comfort, Inc. in Ames, Iowa is seeking a Building Automation / HVAC Controls Technician to install, program, commission, and troubleshoot BAS systems on-site at commercial facilities in Central Iowa, with home daily arrangements.

The ideal candidate will have HVAC knowledge and strong electrical and software skills, with the ability to read schematics and documentos. Siemens/building automation experience is a plus; a company vehicle and technology are provided.

Qualifications

• HVAC knowledge with strong mechanical fundamentals.
• Electrical troubleshooting ability and field diagnostic skills.
• Comfort with software-based control systems and PC operation.
• Ability to read schematics, sequences and plans.
• Strong documentation and clear communication with teams and customers.

Responsibilities

• Install and terminate BAS wiring and field devices.
• Program and configure controllers and control sequences.
• Commission building-automation systems.
• Troubleshoot sensors, actuators, controllers and integrations.
• Diagnose both HVAC/mechanical and controls-related problems.
• Read mechanical drawings, schematics and controls documentation.
• Support panel and network setup.
• Verify system operation against intended sequences.
• Document programming and field changes accurately.
• Coordinate with HVAC service technicians, electricians and project teams.
• Communicate system findings clearly to customers.

Skills

HVAC knowledge

Electrical troubleshooting

Computer aptitude

Schematics reading

Troubleshooting mindset

Documentation

Driver's license

Tools

Siemens BAS

Johnson Controls BAS

Job description

Description

HVAC Controls / Building Automation Technician

Location / Territory: Ames, Iowa / Central Iowa; home daily.

About the Company

Mechanical Comfort, Inc. is an established Central Iowa commercial mechanical contractor serving customers through HVAC/R, controls, sheet metal, plumbing, scientific-equipment and planned-maintenance capabilities. MCI emphasizes trained craftspeople, customer satisfaction and long-term technical development.

Role Summary

MCI is seeking a Building Automation / HVAC Controls Technician who understands both HVAC equipment and the controls systems operating it. The ideal candidate can contribute to installation, programming, commissioning and troubleshooting of BAS systems; candidates experienced with another controls platform can be considered if they have strong fundamentals and the ability to learn Siemens.

Key Responsibilities

• Install and terminate BAS controls wiring and field devices.
• Program and configure controllers and control sequences.
• Commission building-automation systems.
• Troubleshoot sensors, actuators, controllers and integrations.
• Diagnose both HVAC/mechanical and controls-related problems.
• Read mechanical drawings, schematics and controls documentation.
• Support panel and network setup.
• Verify system operation against intended sequences.
• Document programming and field changes accurately.
• Coordinate with HVAC service technicians, electricians and project teams.
• Communicate system findings clearly to customers.
• Continue technical development on MCI's Siemens platform.

Required Qualifications

• HVAC systems knowledge and strong mechanical fundamentals.
• Electrical troubleshooting ability.
• Computer aptitude and comfort working with software-based systems.
• Ability to interpret schematics, sequences and plans.
• Systematic troubleshooting mindset.
• Strong documentation and communication habits.
• Valid driver's license and acceptable driving eligibility.

Preferred Qualifications

• Existing BAS/building-controls experience.
• Siemens controls experience.
• Programming and commissioning experience.
• Experience with Johnson Controls or another major BAS platform.
• Networking/integration knowledge.
• Commercial HVAC service background.

Success Metrics

• Independently completes increasingly complex controls assignments.
• Programs and commissions systems accurately.
• Diagnoses controls problems without overlooking underlying HVAC issues.
• Produces clear, reliable documentation.
• Reduces dependence on the Service Manager for routine BAS work.
• Develops toward a lead-level controls resource.

Why Join

• Opportunity to work on and develop deeper expertise in Siemens Building Automation.
• Direct path toward higher-level controls responsibility.
• Company-paid technical training and continuing education.
• Take-home company vehicle plus company technology.
• PTO credit for applicable prior experience.
• Broad commercial mechanical environment rather than controls work in isolation.
• Established company with visible career-development opportunities.