HVAC Controls Technician

Jobot; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 95,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobot partners with a leading HVAC and Building Automation provider serving the DC Metro area. This field-based HVAC Controls Technician role works with Project Managers, Engineers, subcontractors, and internal Controls teams to ensure Building Automation projects are completed accurately and on schedule.

The ideal candidate has HVAC controls/BAS experience, an apprenticeship or equivalent, at least one Journeyman license, and the ability to travel across the DC region.

Qualifications

• HVAC controls, BAS, Building Automation, or DDC experience required.
• Control checkout, startup, commissioning, and troubleshooting experience.
• Knowledge of low voltage wiring and commercial HVAC systems.
• Completion of a recognized apprenticeship or equivalent industry experience.
• At least one Journeyman license in MD, DC, or VA.
• Ability to obtain regional licenses and OSHA 30 within six months.
• Valid driver’s license with clean record and ability to travel across DC Metro area.

Responsibilities

• Perform checkout, startup, troubleshooting, and commissioning of HVAC Controls systems.
• Support Low Voltage subcontractors with wiring, terminations, and Controls clarification.
• Start up and troubleshoot Tracer products, electronic Controls, and pneumatic systems.
• Review project drawings, specifications, submittals, and sequences.
• Perform point-to-point checkout and verify proper system operation.
• Coordinate project completion and communicate field issues to Project Managers.
• Complete as-built updates, setpoint information, service tickets, and project documentation.

Skills

HVAC Controls

BAS

DDC experience

Checkouts & commissioning

Low voltage wiring

Journeyman license

OSHA 30

Driver’s license

Travel across DC Metro

Education

Apprenticeship or equivalent experience

Tools

Tracer controls

Trane service-tool

Job description

A bit about us:

We are partnering with a leading HVAC and Building Automation provider serving the DC Metro area. Their team delivers advanced, energy-efficient building solutions for Commercial, Industrial, and Institutional Clients across Washington, DC, Maryland, and Northern Virginia.

Why join us?

• Award-winning workplace with an excellent regional reputation
• Competitive compensation and comprehensive Union benefits
• Advanced HVAC Controls and Building Automation technology
• Strong technical training and professional development
• Educational assistance and support for industry certifications
• Long-term growth within an experienced Controls team

Job details:

This Jobot Job is hosted by: Mark Stein. Salary: $95,000 - $135,000 per year.

Job Details

This field-based HVAC Controls Technician will work with Project Managers, Engineers, subcontractors, and internal Controls teams to ensure Building Automation projects are completed accurately and on schedule.

Responsibilities

• Perform checkout, startup, troubleshooting, and commissioning of HVAC Controls systems
• Support Low Voltage subcontractors with wiring, terminations, and Controls clarification
• Start up and troubleshoot Tracer products, electronic Controls, and pneumatic systems
• Review project drawings, specifications, submittals, and sequences
• Perform point-to-point checkout and verify proper system operation
• Coordinate project completion and communicate field issues to Project Managers
• Complete as-built updates, setpoint information, service tickets, and project documentation

MUST HAVE

• HVAC Controls, BAS, Building Automation, or DDC experience
• Controls checkout, startup, commissioning, and troubleshooting experience
• Knowledge of Low Voltage wiring, terminations, and Commercial HVAC systems
• Completion of a recognized apprenticeship or equivalent industry experience
• At least one Journeyman license in Maryland, Washington, DC, or Virginia
• Ability to obtain the required regional licenses and OSHA 30 within six months
• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record
• Ability to travel throughout the DC Metro area and meet the physical requirements of the position

NICE TO HAVE

• Niagara 4 Technical Certification
• Trane/Tracer Controls or Trane service-tool experience
• DDC programming and BAS integration experience
• OSHA 30 or multiple Journeyman licenses

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