Building Automation Installation Team Lead

Harris Brand•Phoenix, AZ

11h•$29 - $43

About The Position

The BA Installation Team Lead oversees a project installation team who assembles, plans, routes, installs, and repairs wiring and other electrical components and equipment necessary to install engineered control and security systems. They will foster the desired safety and work culture of the organization.

Requirements

5+ years of experience with mechanical and electrical systems
Strong ability to test equipment to include multi-meters and digital analyzers
Proficient in use/knowledge of Microsoft Office
Proficient knowledge of building codes
Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance
Ability to read and interpret blueprints, diagrams, submittals, specifications, software/systems, programs, schematics and operation/product manuals
Proficient understanding of Heating Ventilation and Air Conditioning (HVAC) systems including the various components and processes
Proficient understanding of Programmable logic controllers, variable frequency drives, automation controls

Nice To Haves

Associate's degree preferred in electrical construction or a related field

Responsibilities

Plan layout and installation of electrical wiring and equipment based on job specifications and local codes
Connect wires to electrical components as needed for a complete and operational system
Test electrical systems or continuity of circuits in electrical wiring or equipment using testing devices, such as ohmmeters or voltmeters to ensure compatibility and safety of system.
Use a variety of tools or equipment, such as power construction equipment, measuring devices, power tools, and testing equipment, such as ammeters
Place conduit, pipes, or tubing, inside designated partitions, walls, or other concealed areas, and pull insulated wires or cables through the conduit to complete circuits between boxes
Work from ladders, scaffolds, or roofs to install, maintain, or repair electrical wiring or equipment
Responsible for personal and team safety on jobs. May include pre-task planning and tool box talks
Assemble, install, test, or maintain electrical or electronic wiring or equipment using hand tools or power tools
Prepares as built documents and turns them into Design team.
Completes and submits labor and expense reports and paperwork in a timely, complete and accurate manner
Prepare completed job documentation and participate in operational verification of systems
Participates in and may develop customer acceptance procedure plan
Monitors, manages and anticipates project installation budgets and notifies Lead Controls Installation Specialist of potential problems in advance of or as problems arise.
Submits regular labor productivity reports for each managed project
Prepares installation material orders and submits purchase orders requests for specialized install materials such as wire, conduit, and hangers.
Will visit jobsite to obtain information pertaining to material to be ordered.
Responsible for scheduling delivery of equipment and installation materials to job site
May monitor assigned jobs for changes in materials or equipment or make change order recommendations to Design team.
May notify Lead Controls Installation Specialist of changes in material requirements
Maintains close contact with installation personnel and responds to material contingencies as they arise
Participate in project hand off meetings, coordinate with Lead Controls Installation Specialist to schedule installation resources and field labor necessary to meet project schedules
Examines job contract plans and specifications, submittal documents and then reviews with Design team to get a complete picture of system designed.
Will visit actual jobsite for information pertaining to engineering layouts
Prepare sketches or follow blueprints to determine the location of wiring or equipment and to ensure conformance to building and safety codes
Efficiently manages field labor that has been allocated for projects
Supplies technical information to installation personnel and Design team on equipment applications
Responsible for maintaining employee paperwork such as time cards and expense reports and turn them in in a timely fashion
Lead, coach, mentor, and develop Controls Installation Specialists I and II
May provide or participate in customer training
Maintains proficient product knowledge, procedures and methods, and continuously learns more advanced product applications
Responsible for staying up to date on company installation standards, safety training and current building codes as they pertain to scope of work
Manages own backlog to ensure timely and accurate job completion.
Keeps field personnel informed of job status and elevates problems as needed
May be responsible for basic program duplication and assistance and/or commissioning of unitary type control devices such as Variable Air Volume (VAV) units
Will participate in startup procedures and may make minor modifications to control programs with direction from Controls System Specialist