Senior Controls Technician: PLC/DDC StartUp Commissioning

Hoffman & Hoffman Inc; Charleston (WV); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Hoffman & Hoffman Inc. is seeking a Sr. Controls Technician to lead start-up and commissioning of DDC and PLC based controls systems.

You will organize projects from management handoffs, verify performance, and coordinate with engineers and programmers to ensure system functionality. The role requires 5+ years in controls, BACnet expertise, and proficiency with Alerton, Distech, Delta, Niagara, or Tridium. Travel to multiple regional locations is expected; on-site collaboration with project

Qualifications

• 5+ years of controls experience.
• 5+ years of BACnet controls experience.
• Proficient with multiple control platforms (Alerton, Distech, Delta, Niagara, Tridium).

Responsibilities

• Organizes commissioning of DDC and PLC projects.
• Ensures proper system operability and on-site verification.
• Directs electrical subcontractors and ensures proper installation.
• Maintains project documentation and turnover.
• Completes commissioning and coordinates with programming for modifications.
• Communicates project information to managers and coordinators.
• Achieves financial objectives by reviewing labor reports and actions.
• Maintains industry technical knowledge and trains others.
• Willingness and ability to travel to multiple regions.

Skills

HVAC control theory

Troubleshooting

Communication skills

Independent work

Electrical knowledge

Education

BACnet controls experience

Tools

Allen Bradley Studio 5000

Siemens TIA Portal

Ignition Core/Gold certification

Job description

Hoffman & Hoffman Inc. is seeking a Sr. Controls Technician to lead start-up and commissioning of DDC and PLC based controls systems.

You will organize projects from management handoffs, verify performance, and coordinate with engineers and programmers to ensure system functionality. The role requires 5+ years in controls, BACnet expertise, and proficiency with Alerton, Distech, Delta, Niagara, or Tridium. Travel to multiple regional locations is expected; on-site collaboration with project