Building Controls Technician II/III

Mantis Innovation•Portland, OR

3d•$130,000 - $160,000•Onsite

About The Position

Mantis Innovation is hiring a Building Controls Technician II/III to build PLC/Ignition capability in the Umatilla, Oregon area, supporting data center projects and ongoing service needs. The technician works independently in the field, performing commissioning, startup, and troubleshooting without relying on outside support. The role helps keep projects on schedule and within quality standards while establishing a consistent local presence and reducing dependence on traveling support. The position involves installing and commissioning PLC/Ignition-based control systems in data center environments, diagnosing control-system problems, validating systems, and owning service work after commissioning. The technician also coordinates with subcontractors and internal teams, maintains project documentation, and may mentor junior technicians. Work is field-based at active construction sites and operational data centers, with travel within the Pacific Northwest and potentially extended or non-standard hours to meet project demands.

Requirements

Strong hands-on experience with PLC systems.
Experience with, or ability to work in, Ignition environments.
Proven ability to independently execute commissioning, startup, and troubleshooting in live environments.
Ability and willingness to be located within driving distance of Umatilla, Oregon.
Valid driver's license and ability to travel for field-based work.

Nice To Haves

At least 8–10 years of experience working in data center or other mission-critical environments.

Responsibilities

Execute installation, commissioning, and startup of PLC/Ignition-based control systems in data center environments.
Diagnose and resolve hardware, software, and network control-system issues in live environments.
Perform point-to-point checkouts, calibration, and full system validation independently.
Deliver assigned project scope in alignment with schedule and quality requirements.
Maintain complete, accurate, and timely commissioning and service documentation.
Coordinate directly with subcontractors and internal teams to keep work progressing on schedule.
Own service and troubleshooting work for systems under responsibility after commissioning.
Set technical execution standards in the field and ensure work meets quality expectations.
Mentor junior technicians and enforce consistent execution practices when applicable.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision benefits.
Flexible spending account (FSA) and health savings account (HSA).
401(k) matching.
Paid vacation, paid sick leave, and paid holidays.
Paid parental leave.
Paid short-term and long-term disability.
Tuition reimbursement.
Flexible hybrid work schedule for office-based employees.
Professional development opportunities.
Additional bonus potential through internal programs, including annual bonus, living expenses, and profit sharing.