Traveling Building Automation Systems Specialist

Position Location: This role supports our Canton, MA branch location, which primarily serves customers throughout the greater Boston, MA area and surrounding locations within multi-state territory. Up to 75% overnight travel (business expenses during travel covered by employer).

About the Role

The Building Automation Systems Specialist handles the centralized control of a building's heating, ventilation, air conditioning, lighting, and other systems through a building management system or building automation system (BAS). The objectives of building automation are improved occupant comfort, efficient operation of building systems, reduction in energy consumption and operating costs, and improved life cycle of utilities. This is an entry-level Building Automation role designed for candidates with a foundational electrical and/or mechanical background who are looking to grow a long-term career in smart buildings and automation. Prior building automation experience is not required.

Responsibilities

• Assist with building automation system startup, ensuring that all systems and components are designed, installed, tested, operated, and maintained according to the operational requirements of the customer.
• Work well with others, take ownership, be a team player, and act with integrity.
• This position reports to the local Supervisor and takes direction from a mentor and Lead Technician.
• Assist with commissioning new Distributed Digital Control System on construction sites - Commissioning is ensuring all systems and components are functioning as required.
• Document commissioning details; communicate deficiencies and progress.
• Plan work with mentor, Lead Technician, and Team Leader.
• Complete commissioning within planned timelines.
• Submit accurate time-keeping daily and expenses weekly.
• Work overtime when needed.

Qualifications

• Basic Qualifications:
• Electrical and mechanical experience (whether from a previous role or through education)
• Must be willing and available to travel up to 75% - including non-local and overnight travel
• Must be able to demonstrate the ability to read and understand design and construction documents
• Must be willing and able 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 outside/inside/heat/cold/day/night conditions
• Must be able to demonstrate the ability and willingness to differentiate types/colors of wire, use hand tools, laptop, email, smartphone, and tablet and the ability to carry and move equipment and tools weighing up to 50 pounds unassisted
• Must be willing and able to work in a team environment providing dedicated support to our customers
• Experience with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel and Outlook)
• Verbal and written communication skills in English
• Must be 18 years of age and possess a valid driver's license with limited violations; must meet eligibility requirements to participate in Siemens' fleet vehicle program
• Preferred Qualifications:
• High school diploma or state-recognized GED; Associate degree in electronics or related field
• 1+ year of experience with Building Automation systems or HVAC certification
• OSHA 30 certified
• Ready to create your own journey? Join us today!

Benefits

We offer a variety of health and wellness benefits to our employees. Details regarding our benefits can be found here: https://www.benefitsquickstart.com/siemens/index.html

Pay Range

The pay range for this position is $58,976- $101,102 annual salary. The actual wage offered may be lower or higher depending on budget and candidate experience, knowledge, skills, qualifications, and premium geographic location.