Controls Technician III

Position Summary

Controls Technicians monitor the control systems of automated equipment. They use software to verify that the controls are within certain parameters and work to quickly troubleshoot problems when they arise to avoid or minimize interruptions to production. The Controls Technician III works under general supervision, independently performing the essential functions at an advanced level.

Responsibilities

• Provide an advanced level of expertise in maintaining, troubleshooting, and servicing all aspects of the building automation systems.
• Maintain, improve, and participate in troubleshooting HVAC equipment serving throughout mission critical facilities.
• Install, configure, test, and maintain application software and system management tools.
• Provide oversight and hands-on troubleshooting experience with electrical and mechanical systems across the spectrum of technologies that support continuous operations.
• Communicate effectively with the site management team and the customer to understand requirements and solve complex facility system problems.
• Understand or quickly learn electrical and mechanical systems, with prior experience in facilities system troubleshooting highly desirable.
• Collaborate with other specialized technicians, mechanics, or subcontractors to perform facility-related maintenance and repairs.
• Provide instruction, mentorship, and training to less skilled technicians as needed.
• Oversee and monitor all components of the site infrastructure to ensure operational integrity.
• Participate in test and commissioning phases of construction for validation of programming.
• Perform data integration of equipment utilizing various field protocols (BACnet, Modbus, etc.).
• Monitor suppliers and third-party vendors as required.
• Communicate with remote and local supporting personnel via email and telephone.
• Demonstrate attention to detail, comprehensive and analytical skills, and excellent organizational skills.
• Understand company policies and enforce safety regulations. Safely perform functions of the position, including following proper safety guidelines such as job hazard analysis and lockout/tag-out procedures.
• Operate a variety of equipment such as hand tools, laptop computers, and diagnostic hardware to perform work.

Qualifications

Education/Experience

• High school diploma or demonstrated equivalent.
• 7+ years of experience performing Control System/Building Automation/Management System service and repair in a data center, heavy industrial, or pharmaceutical/biomedical environment, or demonstrated equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Knowledge of data center infrastructure including related HVAC and electrical equipment.
• Preferred experience with Tridium Niagara (AX/N4) or other systems such as ALC, Honeywell, Schneider Electric, and Siemens and associated instrumentation.
• Experience troubleshooting Control Systems, BAS/BMS systems including but not limited to Automated Logic, Honeywell, Siemens, Edstrom, etc.
• Possess knowledge of Building Systems sequence of operations.
• Experience diagnosing, troubleshooting, and repairing process mechanical systems.
• Must be a US citizen.

Computer Skills

• Proficient knowledge of Microsoft Office and software.

Benefits

• Health Benefits (Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance)
• Flexible Spending Account Options
• 401K Plan
• Employer paid Life & Disability Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Employee Referral Program
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)