Automation Technician I

Mesa Energy Systems•El Cajon, CA

3d•$30 - $38•Onsite

About The Position

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. Job Summary 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.

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.
Good computer skills, understanding of controls networking.
Must possess valid driver’s license and meet MVR requirements to operate company vehicle.

Nice To Haves

Experience with control system architecture design, programing or maintenance desired.

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
The ability to 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
Ability to implementation systems graphics per project scope
Replaces defective wiring and tubing.
Records calibrations made, parts and components used, and inventory of parts on hand.
Prepares 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.