Senior HVAC Controls Specialist – Building Automation Pro

Legence; Fairfax (VA); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

CMTA Energy Solutions in Fairfax, VA is seeking a skilled Commercial HVAC Controls Service Professional with 10+ years of experience to maintain, repair, and troubleshoot building automation systems. This role focuses on interpreting electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and control software to bridge client needs with technical solutions, ensuring high reliability and energy performance.

Candidates should have an associate degree or equivalent experience, knowledge of BACnet/Lonworks/Modbus,

Qualifications

• 10+ years of commercial HVAC controls and building automation system experience.
• Associate degree or suitable experience may substitute.
• Knowledge of BACnet, Lonworks and Modbus protocols.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical support with strong customer relation skills.
• Troubleshoot, commission, and service HVAC controls and building automation systems.
• Maintain service records and documentation for each job.
• Support customers and engineering staff with technical guidance.
• Manage vehicle maintenance records and scheduling.

Skills

HVAC controls

Building automation

Customer relations

Troubleshooting

Education

Associate degree

Tools

Tridium Niagara Framework

3rd party control systems

Job description

Fairfax, VA (or DMV surrounding area)

The core business of our Energy Solutions division is the delivery of Guaranteed Energy Savings Performance Contracts (ESPCs). Simply put, our ESPCs are a viable way to upgrade and renovate facilities in a budget-neutral or even budget-positive way. The process diverts money already being spent on utilities and directs it into facility upgrades, covering scope development, design, bidding, construction management, commissioning, measurement and verification, and even ongoing energy management services. We have experience in designing the nation’s most energy efficient buildings, including many zero energy buildings. Our knowledge is unparalleled in the Guaranteed ESPC market, which allows us to dive deeper than our competitors.

Job Description:
CMTA is looking for a skilled Commercial HVAC Controls Service Professional with 10+ years of commercial HVAC controls experience. The Commercial HVAC Controls Service Professional is responsible for utilizing their knowledge of building automation systems, electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, pneumatic and electronic control systems, HVAC systems, HVAC controls software, etc. to maintain, repair and troubleshoot HVAC control systems to help bridge the HVAC controls needs of the client with the technical solutions that meet those needs. This position is critical to our team for several reasons including:

• Increasing Complexity of Systems: Modern HVAC systems are more complex than conventional systems. This complexity requires expert guidance to ensure systems are designed, installed, and maintained correctly.
• Focus on Energy Efficiency: With a global emphasis on energy efficiency and reducing carbon emissions, clients seek expert advice on sustainable HVAC solutions. Our Service Professionals play a key role in supporting systems that meet these goals.
• Regulatory Changes: Changes in building codes and environmental regulations require HVAC systems to meet specific standards. Our Service Professionals are needed to help navigate these regulations and ensure compliance.
• Maintenance and Optimization: Beyond start-up and commissioning, there is a continuous need for system optimization and maintenance. Our Service Professionals provide valuable advice to customers regarding maintenance, efficiency, and extending the life of HVAC systems.

Responsibilities:

• Providing technical support with excellent customer relation skills
• Troubleshooting, commissioning, and servicing HVAC controls and building automation systems while ensuring customer satisfaction
• Maintaining a vehicle by keeping records of service manuals, scheduling, and completing repairs and maintenance service
• Documenting work by completing paperwork on each job and maintaining files
• Providing technical support to customers and engineering staff
• Flexibility to work overtime/weekends, as required

Requirements:

• 10+ years of commercial HVAC controls and building automation system experience
• Associate’s degree in related field (suitable experience can substitute)
• Experience with integration to 3rd party control systems
• Experience with commissioning
• Knowledge of software and computer language used to operate Tridium Niagara Framework. Niagara AX and/or N4 certification is preferred
• Knowledge and understanding of various communications protocols used in the industry including BACnet, Lonworks and Modbus
• Valid driver's license in good standing, issued by resident state required

We are unable to provide immigration sponsorship for this position.

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