Start-Up Technician

trimgroup; Kennett Square (Chester County); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Prescription, Vision and Dental Insurance

401k Retirement Program with Company Match

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

The Tri-M Group, LLC in Kennett Square is seeking a dedicated individual to prepare building automation systems for acceptance testing. You will perform and direct all start-up activities on all projects, ensuring compliance with safety procedures and company policies.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma or equivalent, along with significant experience in electrical or mechanical systems. We offer a fair and competitive pay package, comprehensive insurance, and a retirement program.

Qualifications

• Satisfactorily performs tasks at or above Start-up Technician III.
• Must have reliable transportation to and from the assigned work location.
• Must maintain a valid driver's license and good driving record.

Responsibilities

• Tests building automation systems for proper hardware/software operation.
• Reads and interprets schematics, BAS diagrams, and blueprints.
• Conducts appropriate on-the-job skills training of Start-up Techs.

Skills

Good troubleshooting and problem-solving skills

Good customer relations skills

Intermediate level computer literacy

Education

High school diploma or equivalency

2-year electrical/mechanical degree

Tools

Personal tools

Job description

Here at The Tri-M Group, LLC we are an employee owned company placing our employees first, knowing that highly trained, skilled, and compensated workforce can better serve our customers, our families and our communities. We’ve built a reputation for delivering quality and professional commercial electrical services with safety as a top priority. In addition, we place a strong emphasis on our employees, and it starts with hiring the best and brightest talent in the industry!

Summary Description

Under the direction of the system start-up supervisor, performs tasks required to prepare building automation systems hardware and software for acceptance testing. Independently performs or directs all start-up activities on all projects.

Duties and Responsibilities

Essential Functions

• Complies with and ensures compliance with all Tri‑M safety policies and procedures.
• Complies with and ensures compliance with all Tri‑M employment policies and procedures including standards of conduct and appearance to reflect positively on the Company.
• Tests building automation systems for proper hardware/software operation prior to customer acceptance.
• Assists engineers with control functions.
• Completes all necessary paperwork including checkout sheets, job journals, material requisitions, material repair forms and timesheets.
• Reads and interprets schematics, BAS diagrams, and blueprints.
• Retro‑fits existing control systems to new BAS controls.
• Conducts start‑up testing of motor control systems and variable speed drives.
• Troubleshoots installation related problems.
• Starts up electrical systems (i.e. CCTV, security, etc.).
• Conducts appropriate on‑the‑job skills training of Start‑up Techs 1, 2 and 3.
• Safeguards and maintains Tri‑M equipment, material, tools, and vehicles.
• Participates in the on‑call rotation.

Job Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalency.
• Four (4) years field experience with electrical/mechanical systems installation or 2‑year electrical/mechanical degree.
• Satisfactorily performs tasks at or above Start‑up Technician III.
• Good work ethic, self‑starter with good attention to details.
• Good troubleshooting and problem‑solving skills.
• Above average math/logic skills.
• Good customer relations skills.
• Intermediate level computer literacy including word processing, data entry, and processing emails.
• Confident and decisive with ability to work in a fast‑paced environment and meet deadlines as part of a team.
• Ability and willingness to successfully complete Company required training.
• Must have reliable transportation to and from the assigned work location/office.
• Must maintain a valid driver’s license and good driving record.
• Must purchase Company required personal tools and maintain in good condition.
• Ability and willingness to drive company vehicles as needed.
• Ability and willingness to travel regionally to jobsites as needed.

Physical Requirements

• Working 40 hours/week, scheduled in 8 to 10 hour shifts.
• Standing and climbing 4 to 6 hours/day.
• Kneeling, lifting, reaching above shoulders, and bending 4 to 5 hours/day.
• Twisting (180°) and walking 2 to 3 hours/day.
• Squatting and sitting 1 to 2 hours/day.
• Lifting weights of 0 to 75 lbs. at the following frequencies: continuous lifting of 10 to 35 lbs.; frequent lifting of 35 to 50 lbs.; occasional lifting of 50 to 75 lbs.; sizes & shapes of objects vary from concrete blocks to cylinders to 10’ lengths of metallic conduit and 20' lengths of PVC conduit; average carry requirements, 60 lbs. for 40'.
• Ability to lift from floor to above shoulder.
• Repetitive use of hands includes: continuous grasping up to 50 lbs.; frequent pushing and pulling of 50 to 75 lbs.; and fine motor coordination for receptacle installation and wire terminations.
• Repetitive use of feet is required for operating heavy equipment, conduit benders and vertical climbing.
• Vision adequate for blueprint reading and color coding for wire identification.
• Balance adequate for continuous climbing of ladders, scaffolds, and lifts and for working from heights.
• Environmental factors may include working in temperature extremes of 0°F to 100°F up to 8 hours inside or outside and atmospheric exposure to dust, gases, fumes, and odors within the Permissible Exposure Limits (PEL).
• Special hazards include exposure to mechanical, electrical, chemical, and potentially explosive hazards.
• Personal protective equipment includes use of hard hat, safety glasses, protected‑toe boots, and appropriate gloves for the task. Equipment on an "as needed" basis may include fall protection, dust mask, respirator, hearing protection, arc flash protective gear, and dielectrically insulated gloves and/or sleeves, etc.

Benefits

• Fair and competitive pay
• Comprehensive Medical, Prescription, Vision and Dental Insurance
• HRA Spending Account
• Employer‑paid Life and AD&D Insurance
• Seven Paid Holidays
• Vacation/Sick/Personal Leave
• 401k Retirement Program with Company Match
• Employee Assistance Program
• And much more!

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status.