Utility Control Technician

Arrow's Edge; Alabama; On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Arrow's Edge in Alabama is seeking a hands-on Utility Control Technician to support building automation and field devices. This role focuses on programming, installing, and maintaining DDC/PLC-based systems within a 24/7 facility environment.

You will diagnose issues, verify changes meet design specs, and work across offices and the plant to ensure reliable occupant comfort and safety. A 2–5 year background in building controls or related technical training is preferred.

Qualifications

• 2 to 5 years of related experience in building controls or a technical diploma/degree in electrical technology, mechatronics, or HVAC.
• Proficiency with direct digital controls (DDC) and programmable logic controllers (PLCs).
• Strong understanding of HVAC, electrical systems, and telecommunications.

Responsibilities

• System Programming: Creating and updating control sequences, schedules, and software logic for building operations.
• Hardware Installation & Maintenance: Wiring control panels, mounting sensors, and calibrating field devices.
• Troubleshooting & Diagnostics: Diagnosing system errors, interpreting schematics, and testing equipment to resolve occupant service calls.
• Commissioning: Testing and verifying newly installed systems to ensure they meet design specifications prior to client handover.
• Database Management: Maintaining point databases, managing user interfaces, and ensuring network security.

Skills

HVAC

Electrical systems

DDC

PLCs

Education

Technical diploma/degree in electrical technology, mechatronics, or HVAC

Tools

BACnet

Modbus

Job description

Utility Control Technician

6 days ago Requisition ID: 1084

IMPORTANT NOTICE – INCUMBENT-ONLY POSITION

This position is only open to current employees supporting the FOMSS II Contract. Applications from individuals who are not currently incumbents on this contract will not be considered.

Core Responsibilities

• System Programming: Creating and updating control sequences, schedules, and software logic for building operations.
• Hardware Installation & Maintenance: Wiring control panels, mounting sensors, and calibrating field devices.
• Troubleshooting & Diagnostics: Diagnosing system errors, interpreting schematics, and testing equipment to resolve occupant service calls.
• Commissioning: Testing and verifying newly installed systems to ensure they meet design specifications prior to client handover.
• Database Management: Maintaining point databases, managing user interfaces, and ensuring network security.

Key Qualifications

• Technical Skills: Strong understanding of HVAC, electrical systems, and telecommunications. Proficiency with direct digital controls (DDC) and programmable logic controllers (PLCs) is typically required.
• IT Knowledge: Familiarity with network architecture, IP addressing, and system protocols like BACnet or Modbus.
• Education & Experience: Typically requires 2 to 5 years of related experience in building controls or a technical diploma/degree in electrical technology, mechatronics, or HVAC.

Typical Daily Work Environment

Professionals frequently split their time between a quiet office environment (managing software workstations and databases) and the physical plant/field (working near mechanical parts, in confined spaces, or on roofs).

This is a 24/7 – 365 days a year operation with 3 shifts in a day, must be willing to work 1 st , 2 nd and 3 rd shifts