Building Automation Systems HVAC Specialist

Siemens•Cromwell, CT

1d•$55,745 - $95,563•Onsite

About The Position

The Building Automation Systems HVAC Specialist supports Siemens’ Cromwell, Connecticut branch, serving customers throughout the greater New Haven, Bridgeport, Milford, Norwalk, and Hartford areas. The role participates in installing, starting up, and commissioning newly installed building automation system equipment. It also supports verification of system databases and programming to ensure consistency with the scope of work and sequence of operations. The specialist regularly interacts with customers and represents Siemens while helping customers improve energy efficiency and building operations. The position involves commissioning distributed digital control systems at construction sites, supporting network and workstation configuration and troubleshooting, verifying system operation, and assisting with inspection, testing, customer acceptance, and training. The specialist coordinates work with technicians and team leaders, documents commissioning progress and deficiencies, submits reports and project documentation, and follows applicable safety policies. Overtime may be required to meet project commitments; the role also involves rotational on-call work and/or minimal overnight travel.

Requirements

At least 1 year of experience installing and servicing electronic control or HVAC equipment.
Electro-mechanical experience, gained through a previous role or education, and user-level PC/software skills.
On-the-job experience reading, understanding, and interpreting design and construction documents.
Ability and willingness to work in varied conditions and locations, including climbing ladders, scaffolds, and high-lift equipment, and working in ducts, crawl spaces, roofs, basements, and above ceilings.
Ability and willingness to use hand tools, a laptop, email, a smartphone, and a tablet, and to carry and move equipment and tools weighing up to 50 pounds unassisted.
Experience with Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
Ability and willingness to work overtime as needed.
Must be at least 18 years old and have a valid driver's license with limited violations; must meet eligibility requirements for Siemens' fleet vehicle program.
Legally authorized to work in the United States on a continual and permanent basis without company sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or state-recognized GED.
Associate or bachelor's degree in electronics, mechanical engineering, or a related field.
At least 3 years of experience installing and servicing electronic control or HVAC equipment.

Responsibilities

Commission newly installed distributed digital control systems at construction sites within planned timelines.
Document commissioning details and communicate deficiencies and progress.
Plan work with the Lead Technician and Team Leader.
Assist with data backups from servers and creation of automated backup procedures.
Support troubleshooting and resolution of inconsistencies in system functions or sequences of operation.
Assist with setup and configuration of PC workstations and user interfaces.
Support confirmation of proper network performance.
Run routine reports to review system operation and participate in final inspection and testing.
Support customer acceptance and assist with customer training on system operations.
Complete and submit routine written reports, and provide plans and control system documents to engineering for as-built drawings.
Support scheduling of trade contractors to coordinate startup services when needed.
Submit accurate time and expense reports.
Work overtime when needed and perform rotational on-call work and/or minimal overnight travel.
Follow local, corporate, and OSHA safety policies and procedures, and provide dedicated customer support in a team environment.