Service Systems Specialist (HVAC Controls) I

Albireo Energy; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Basic Life Insurance

Voluntary Life Insurance

Short Term & Long Term Disability

Paid Vacation

Paid Sick Time

Paid Holidays

401K with Company match

Job summary

Albireo Energy is seeking a Service BMS Controls Specialist in the Greater Phoenix/Tucson area to perform startup, commissioning and ongoing maintenance of HVAC Building Automation systems. You will diagnose, program, and verify system operation while maintaining strong on-site customer communication.

You will troubleshoot electronic/hvac issues, update software on controllers and assist with project documentation; travel across sites and provide emergency service as dispatched.

Qualifications

• Requires extensive knowledge of a variety of electronic or digital controls systems.
• Vocational School 2-year program or an Associate's degree in electronics, mechanical systems, computer technology, air conditioning or similar field or equivalent industry experience.
• 1+ years of increasingly responsible experience in servicing electronic controls and HVAC equipment.
• Siemens automation front-end experience is strongly preferred for the following; Desigo CC, Desigo Optic, Apogee Insight, Datamate Advanced, ABT site.
• Apogee/Talon and Desigo hardware experience is strongly preferred.
• Effective interpersonal skills to represent the company to customers and other outside contacts in an ethical and professional manner.
• Must have experience in writing as well as demonstrated understanding of computer programs and software applications as related to the HVAC Industry.
• Valid Driver's license with a clean record.

Responsibilities

• Perform startup, checking, testing, system diagnostics and commissioning from system-level controllers to end devices for small to medium sized projects.
• Perform preventative and predictive maintenance service activities to ensure optimal performance of system.
• Provide emergency service and response to customer sites as dispatched.
• Troubleshoot, diagnose and repair and/or replace control components and controls systems; also troubleshoot mechanical, HVAC and electrical issues.
• Load and update software on network controllers, field controllers, computers and servers.
• Understand complex control systems including diagnosing and troubleshooting networking and integration.
• Write, create, load, test and commission programming software and graphics utilizing various programming languages and software.
• Communicate with customer on arrival and before leaving the work site; inform about issues and recommendations.
• Train the customer in control systems operations including obtaining training certificates.
• Complete, compile and submit job documentation such as commissioning documentation and punch lists.
• Interface with service manager, project manager or subcontractors to coordinate activities; report problems to management.
• Assist sales with technical recommendations for retrofits, upgrades and enhancements; may assist with layouts.
• Submit timely electronic documentation including time sheets and expenses.
• Conduct self-study to improve technical proficiency and complete required certifications.

Skills

HVAC controls

Electronic systems

Customer service

Education

Associate's degree

Tools

Siemens Desigo CC

Desigo Optic

APOGEE Insight

Datamate

APOGEE/Talon

Desigo hardware

Job description

Under minimal supervision, conducts preventive maintenance, repair, installation, commissioning and general servicing of systems. Performs point to point checkout to verify that controls systems have been installed properly. Completes assigned system commissioning and performs device verification. Troubleshoots and resolves HVAC mechanical, electrical, and controls problems. Properly completes required project documentation. Responds to service calls. Responsible for high levels of customer satisfaction through direct, on site, customer interface. Properly completes required project and service documentation. This role can work out of the Greater Phoenix or Tucson area.

A key member of the Albireo team, the Service BMS Controls Specialist will be responsible for providing the execution for HVAC Building Automation projects, to include:

• Perform start up, checking, testing, system diagnostics and commissioning from system-level controllers to end devices for small to medium sized new or retrofit projects
• Perform preventative and predictive maintenance service activities to ensure optimal performance of system
• Provide emergency service and response to customer sites as dispatched
• Ability to troubleshoot, diagnose and repair and/or replace control components and controls systems. Also, the ability to troubleshoot mechanical, HVAC and electrical issues as related to the BAS Control system operation
• Load and update software on network controllers, field controllers, computers and servers
• Understand complex control systems including diagnosing and troubleshooting networking and integration
• Write, create, load, test and commission programming software and graphics utilizing various programming languages and software
• Perform and execute assigned work efficiently and professionally
• Communicate with customer upon arrival and before leaving the work site. Regularly with customer to become familiar with operating problems. Keep customer informed on the nature of service provided, outstanding issues and recommends system enhancements, upgrades, and or replacement. Promotes the sale of add-on work
• Train the customer in control systems operations including obtaining customer training form, providing training certificates
• Complete, compile and submit job documentation such as commissioning documentation, punch lists, etc. Mark up controls submittals to capture field changes and discrepancies for engineering to create As-Builts
• Interface with service manager, service project manager or subcontractors on projects to coordinate activities as required in an ethical and professional manner. Reports problems or changes to management immediately
• Assist sales by providing technical recommendations for sales leads and proposals for retrofits, upgrades and or enhancements to existing equipment. May assist with job layouts
• Complete and submit timely electronic documentation including but not limited to time sheets, expense reports, and on-site documentation
• Conduct extensive self-study (reading, research and practice) to improve and maintain technical proficiency in company's product lines. Completes certifications as required by the company

Requirements

• Requires extensive knowledge of a variety of electronic or digital controls systems
• Vocational School 2-year program graduate or an Associate's degree in electronics, mechanical systems, computer technology, air conditioning or similar field or equivalent industry experience
• 1+ years of increasingly responsible experience in servicing electronic controls and HVAC equipment. Ability to coordinate the work of others on multiple job sites
• Siemens automation front-end experience is strongly preferred for the following; Desigo CC, Desigo Optic, Apogee Insight, Datamate Advanced, ABT site
• Apogee/Talon and Desigo hardware experience is strongly preferred
• Effective interpersonal skills to represent the company to customers and other outside contacts in an ethical and professional manner
• Must have experience in writing as well as demonstrated understanding of computer programs and software applications as related to the HVAC Industry
• Valid Driver's license with a clean record

Benefits

• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Basic Life Insurance
• Voluntary Life Insurance
• Short Term & Long Term Disability
• Paid Vacation
• Paid Sick Time
• Paid Holidays
• 401K with Company match

Pre-Employment Requirements

All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of applicable pre-employment screenings, which may include a background check and drug screening, conducted in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. Positions where driving is an essential function will also require a satisfactory Motor Vehicle Record (MVR).

Work Authorization

Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States.

Agency Submissions

Albireo Energy does not accept unsolicited candidate submissions from third-party recruiting agencies. Candidate ownership will only be recognized when submitted under an active, authorized agreement and through our official Applicant Tracking System. Submissions received without a prior agreement will be considered the property of Albireo Energy.

Albireo Energy is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.