HVAC Controls / Building Automation Technician

Location: Ames, Iowa / Central Iowa; home daily.

About the role

Mechanical Comfort, Inc. is an established Central Iowa commercial mechanical contractor serving customers through HVAC/R, controls, sheet metal, plumbing, scientific-equipment and planned-maintenance capabilities. MCI emphasizes trained craftspeople, customer satisfaction and long-term technical development.

MCI is seeking a Building Automation / HVAC Controls Technician who understands both HVAC equipment and the controls systems operating it. The ideal candidate can contribute to installation, programming, commissioning and troubleshooting of BAS systems; candidates experienced with another controls platform can be considered if they have strong fundamentals and the ability to learn Siemens.

Responsibilities

• Install and terminate BAS controls wiring and field devices.
• Program and configure controllers and control sequences.
• Commission building-automation systems.
• Troubleshoot sensors, actuators, controllers and integrations.
• Diagnose both HVAC/mechanical and controls-related problems.
• Read mechanical drawings, schematics and controls documentation.
• Support panel and network setup.
• Verify system operation against intended sequences.