Automation Technician I

We are a full-service HVAC, building automation, chiller, and retrofit contractor with a reputation for combining high-quality consulting services with customized energy solutions. Our integrated, single-source solutions include turnkey in-house capabilities with design assistance, as well as engineering applications and automated control systems.

About the role

The Automation Technician I will inspect, test, adjust and repair new or existing electric, electronic, mechanical and pneumatic automation devices and systems. The Automation Technician I will also diagnose the cause of electrical or mechanical malfunction or failure of operational equipment and perform preventative and corrective maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Tests, inspect and adjust temperature sensors, flow meters, pressure gauges, temperature indicators, controllers, or other recording indicating or controls drawing to check for accuracy.
• Able to read and identify components on a controls drawing.
• Identify mechanical equipment on drawings, chillers, boilers, pumps, AHU’s, FCU’s, VAV’s, and EF’s.
• Understand basic electrical control circuits including 24VAC power and controller input/outputs.
• Understand simple controls networking principles.
• Display knowledge of controls hardware.
• Implement systems graphics per project scope.
• Replace defective wiring and tubing.
• Record calibrations made, parts and components used, and inventory of parts on hand.
• Prepare schematic drawings, sketches, and reports to reflect changes or alterations made in instruments, circuits, and systems for as-built drawings.
• Monitor, identify and diagnose potential problems using computer workstations and on-site observations.
• Interface with the installation or maintenance team members to execute installations, repairs or modifications of controlled systems and equipment.
• Schedule equipment run times as requested and produce system reports of trends, histories, etc.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (preferably Electrical or Mechanical) or equivalent field experience.
• Working knowledge of at least one HVAC controls systems (preferably Delta, JCI or Andover).
• Knowledge of mechanical systems.
• Engineering skills required include knowledge of electronics, mechanics, hydraulics, pneumatics and computer programming.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Experience with control system architecture design, programming or maintenance desired.
• Good computer skills, understanding of controls networking.
• Must possess valid driver’s license and meet MVR requirements to operate company vehicle.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Health savings and flexible spending accounts.
• Life insurance and disability.
• 401(k) Savings Plan.
• College Coach and employee assistance program.