Sr. Controls Technician

ZipRecruiter; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in HVAC controls is seeking a Sr. Controls Technician to manage the start-up and commissioning of PLC and DDC based control systems. The role involves organizing projects, ensuring system operability, and maintaining documentation. Candidates should have extensive experience in controls and HVAC theory, with strong troubleshooting and communication skills.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of controls experience.
• 5+ years of BACnet controls experience.
• Proficient with Alerton, Distech, Delta, Niagara, or Tridium programming.

Responsibilities

• Organizes commissioning of DDC and/or PLC based projects.
• Ensures proper system operability by assisting in onsite performance verification.
• Completes commissioning of DDC and/or PLC based projects.

Skills

Knowledge of HVAC control theory and applications

Strong troubleshooting skills

Computer hardware and software skills

Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Ability to work independently and unsupervised

Tools

Allen Bradley Studio 5000

Siemens TIA Portal

Inductive Automation Ignition Core or Gold certification

Job description

Job Description

JOB PURPOSE: The Sr. Controls Technician is responsible for the start-up and commissioning of PLC and DDC based controls systems by following commissioning procedures and guidelines.

Sr. Controls Technician Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Organizes commissioning of DDC and/or PLC based projects by accepting projects from project management; analyzing commissioning workload timelines; understanding project requirements, sequence of operation, programming, and system type; conferring and collaborating with other members of the engineering and programming team.
2. Ensures proper system operability by assisting in onsite performance verification (“Big Picture Checkout”) with the HBT engineer to verify the system functions as designed.
3. Directs electrical subcontractors by prioritizing completion areas; answering questions to ensure proper installation; verifying installation methods.
4. Maintains project documentation by updating wiring diagrams, sequence changes, check-out documentation, current programs, graphical displays, and commissioning sheets; collaborating with Project Managers and Programmers for accurate and prompt documentation transmission from the field.
5. Completes commissioning of DDC and/or PLC based projects by organizing, prioritizing, and scheduling start-up activities; coordinating with programming for modifications and corrections; organizing project turnover; and following up on work results.
6. Communicates project information by updating Project Managers and Construction Coordinators on construction progress, deadlines, schedule changes, and change orders; logging daily work in a manual or work diary.
7. Achieves financial objectives by cooperating with operations management in reviewing monthly labor cost reports and initiating corrective actions as needed.
8. Maintains industry technical knowledge by attending educational workshops, reviewing publications, dealer intranet, and product specifications.
9. Contributes to team effort by leading by example, maintaining a positive attitude, participating in training, assisting new employees, and sharing technical information.
10. Willingness and ability to travel to meet high-profile customer needs across multiple regions, understanding the importance and urgency of such requirements.

Sr. Controls Technician Requirements:

• 5+ years of controls experience.
• 5+ years of BACnet controls experience.
• Proficient with Alerton, Distech, Delta, Niagara, or Tridium programming.

Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge of HVAC control theory and applications.
• Proficient with Allen Bradley Studio 5000 or Siemens TIA Portal.
• Inductive Automation Ignition Core or Gold certification.
• Experience with electronics and basic electrical circuits.
• Strong troubleshooting skills.
• Computer hardware and software skills.
• Ability to work independently and unsupervised.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Technical military training.

No phone calls or drop-ins please.

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