BMS/Controls Technician

Ambient Enterprises • Orange, CA

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About The Position

Zaretsky Engineering Solutions is seeking an experienced Controls Technician to join its Building Automation Systems (BAS) team. The position involves programming, integrating, commissioning, and troubleshooting BAS for commercial HVAC applications. The technician will work with project managers, engineers, other controls technicians, customers, and contractors to develop and implement control strategies that support system performance, energy efficiency, and occupant comfort.

The role includes developing and supporting Niagara 4 applications, reviewing project documentation, performing system startup and commissioning, troubleshooting controls and integration issues, and maintaining project and system records. Applications and equipment may include JACE and Supervisor stations, HVAC equipment, BACnet networks, graphics, histories and trends, alarms, schedules, point databases, and operator interfaces.

Requirements

• 2–5 years of experience programming Building Automation Systems.
• Proficiency with Niagara Workbench, including station setup, drivers, point discovery, histories, alarms, schedules, graphics, and backups.
• Strong knowledge of commercial HVAC systems, including AHUs, RTUs, VAV systems, chillers, boilers, and related equipment.
• Experience developing and modifying control sequences from written sequences of operation.
• Working knowledge of BACnet/IP, BACnet MS/TP, and IP networking.
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical plans, electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and control drawings.
• Strong troubleshooting, analytical, and problem-solving skills, including the ability to work independently through startup and commissioning.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects while meeting deadlines.

Nice To Haves

• Current Niagara 4 (N4) certification is strongly preferred; demonstrated hands-on Niagara 4 programming experience may be considered in lieu of certification.
• Experience engineering, programming, and commissioning Niagara JACE and Supervisor applications.
• Experience integrating third-party systems and devices into BAS platforms using BACnet.
• Experience commissioning and optimizing BAS from startup through project completion.

Responsibilities

• Program, configure, commission, and troubleshoot BAS for commercial HVAC applications, including AHUs, RTUs, VAVs, central plants, and other HVAC equipment.
• Develop and support Niagara 4 applications, including JACE and Supervisor stations, graphics, histories and trends, alarms, schedules, point databases, and operator interfaces.
• Configure and troubleshoot BACnet/IP, BACnet MS/TP, and third-party integrations.
• Review project drawings, specifications, and sequences of operation to develop and modify control logic.
• Perform system startup, point-to-point verification, functional testing, and commissioning.
• Troubleshoot programming, controller, communication, and system integration issues.
• Collaborate with project managers, engineers, controls technicians, customers, and contractors throughout project phases.
• Maintain programming documentation, controller and station backups, database records, and project files.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed