Technicians - Building Automation Solutions & Service

About the role

Our Systems & Service Specialists support either our Anchorage or Fairbanks, AK branch locations, which serve customers throughout the greater Anchorage or Fairbanks, AK areas. They perform a wide range of tasks on building automation systems, including installation, startup, and commissioning of new distributed digital control systems, as well as supporting customer operations and providing service.

Responsibilities

• Follow all Siemens and customer safety requirements, OSHA regulations, and complete required training; adhere to policies, procedures, and standards while maintaining tools and test equipment
• Perform system checkout, startup, and commissioning of new distributed digital control systems
• Support customer operations by providing system instructions, training, and ensuring proper system performance, including participation in inspections, testing, and final acceptance
• Aid in network and system functionality including data backup processes, workstation and user interface setup, troubleshooting operational inconsistencies, and confirming network performance
• Participate in project turnover activities including final walkthroughs, documentation for as-built drawings, and coordination with engineering and trade contractors as needed
• Communicate project progress, deficiencies, and scheduling needs with team members, including Lead Technicians and Team Leaders
• Perform service work including emergency and scheduled calls, system repairs across automation platforms, and preventive maintenance in accordance with established schedules
• Maintain accurate service documentation by completing service tickets, generating reports, and submitting time and expense reports within Siemens systems
• Identify system discrepancies, recommend upgrades, assist with pricing of repairs and enhancements
• Support on-call rotation, after-hours service, overtime as needed, and occasional overnight travel
• Perform additional duties as assigned

Qualifications

• 1+ years of experience installing and servicing electronic control or HVAC equipment
• Electro-mechanical experience (either in a previous role or through education) and user PC/software skill
• On-the-job experience reading, understanding, and interpreting design and construction documents
• Ability and willingness to work in a variety of circumstances, including climbing ladders, scaffolds, and high lift equipment, working in ducts, crawl spaces, roofs, basements, above ceilings, and in various conditions
• Must be able and willing to use hand tools, laptop, email, smartphone, and tablet as well as able to carry and move equipment and tools weighing up to 75 pounds unassisted
• Experience with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and Outlook)
• Ability and willingness to work overtime as needed
• Must be 18 years of age and possess a valid driver's license with limited violations

Preferred Qualifications

• High school diploma or state-recognized GED; Associate or Bachelor’s degree in electronics, mechanical engineering, or related
• Specialized skill training/certification
• Knowledge of building automation systems, PLCs, HVAC, electrical concepts, and building operations
• Engineering and programming (PLC or BMS) background
• Knowledge of building system communication protocols (BACnet, Modbus, TCP/IP)

Benefits

The pay range for these positions falls between $54,121 - $101,122 annually. The actual wage offered may be lower or higher depending on budget and candidate experience, knowledge, skills, qualifications, and premium geographic location.

You’ll benefit from:

• Health and wellness benefits
• Equal opportunity employer
• Reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities
• Pay transparency
• California privacy notice

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer encouraging inclusion in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship status, ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability unrelated to ability, marital status, family responsibilities, pregnancy, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender identity, transgender, sex stereotyping, order of protection status, protected veteran or military status, or an unfavorable discharge from military service, and other categories protected by federal, state or local law.

Reasonable Accommodations

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