Sr. Controls Technician

Hoffman & Hoffman Inc; Roanoke (IN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Hoffman & Hoffman Inc. seeks a Sr. Controls Technician to lead start-up and commissioning of PLC and DDC-based controls systems. You will organize commissioning activities, verify system operability on-site, and direct electrical subcontractors to ensure proper installation.

You will maintain project documentation, coordinate with programmers, and drive timely project turnover to management. This role requires strong troubleshooting skills, travel, and deep knowledge of HVAC control systems.

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 projects by assessing requirements and timelines.
• Ensures proper system operability via on-site performance verification with engineer.
• Directs electrical subcontractors to assure proper installation and methods.
• Maintains project documentation including diagrams, sequences, and turnover sheets.
• Completes commissioning of DDC/PLC projects and coordinates with project management for close-out.

Skills

Controls programming

BACnet controls

Team leadership

HVAC control theory

Industrial electronics

Troubleshooting

Allen Bradley Studio 5000

Siemens TIA Portal

Ignition Core/Gold

Travel willingness

Tools

Alerton

Distech

Delta

Niagara

Tridium

Job description

Job DescriptionJob 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:

• ORGANIZES COMMISSIONING OF DDC and or PLC based PROJECTSby 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.
• ENSURES PROPER SYSTEM OPERABILITYby assisting in an onsite performance verification (“Big Picture Checkout”) with the HBT engineer to verify the system is functioning as it was designed.
• DIRECTS ELECTRICAL SUBCONTRACTORSby prioritizing areas of completion; answering questions to assure proper installation; enforcing proper installation methods verifying proper installation.
• MAINTAINS PROJECT DOCUMENTATIONby updating wiring diagrams, sequence changes, and check-out documentation; maintaining current program and graphical displays; maintaining project commissioning sheets; collaborating with Project Managers and Programmers to assure that current documentation is accurately and promptly transmitted from the field.
• COMPLETES COMMISSIONING OF DDC and or PLC based PROJECTSby organizing, prioritizing, and scheduling start-up activities; coordinating with programming for needed modifications and corrections for programming and Displays; organizing turnover to Project Manager for project close-out; following up on work results.
• COMMUNICATES PROJECT INFORMATIONby updating Project Managers and Construction Coordinator as to construction progress; updating any project deadline information; advising as to any changes in schedule or change orders; logging daily work in a project manual or work diary.
• ACHIEVES FINANCIAL OBJECTIVESby cooperating with the Ops management team in reviewing monthly job labor cost reports as needed; initiating corrective actions as directed.
• MAINTAINS INDUSTRY TECHNICAL KNOWLEDGEby attending approved educational workshops; reviewing industry publications; reviewing Dealer Intranets; maintaining knowledge of proper electrical and mechanical installation methods; reviewing product specifications and catalogs on project material.
• CONTRIBUTES TO TEAM EFFORTby leading by example; initiating an open and positive attitude; preparing for and attending training meetings; assisting in the training of new employees; sharing technical information with associates; accomplishing related results as needed.
• WILLINGNESS AND ABILITY TO TRAVELby Cooperating and understanding the importance of high-profile customers with locations in multiple regions and recognizing a sense of urgency with those needs.

Sr. Controls Technician Requirements:

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

Preferred Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge of HVAC Control Theory &Applications
• Proficient with Allen Bradley Studio 5000 or Siemens TIA Portal
• Inductive Automation Ignition Core or Gold certification
• Experience with electronics and basic electricalcircuits
• Strong troubleshootingskills
• Computer hardware and software skills including
• Ability to work independently andunsupervised
• Strong communication and interactiveskills
• Technical Military training

No Phone Calls or Drop-Ins Please.

EEO Employer/Vets/Disabled

Final pay is commensurate on experience.