Building Controls Technician

Veterans Prime, Inc.•San Antonio, TX

2d•$55,000 - $105,000

About The Position

The Building Automation Controls Technician is responsible for completing service calls while maintaining positive client relations. This role involves troubleshooting installations, fine-tuning systems, and identifying opportunities for building enhancements. The technician will also perform software programming, equipment start-up, tuning, calibration, and commissioning of BAS systems. Staying informed about industry developments for energy savings strategies and providing feedback for process improvement are also key aspects of the role.

Requirements

Field experience in the HVAC controls industry including DDC Systems commissioning, software integration operation, calibration and experience with pneumatic controls.
Knowledge of Automated Logic commissioning tools and field circuit debugging skills.
Understanding of the construction industry with emphasis in mechanical/electrical fields.
Ability to read and understand mechanical and electrical drawings.
Strong communication, organizational and documentation skills.
Competency in Microsoft Word, Excel, WebCTRL, Autocad, various operating systems.
Proven track record of completing projects, being self-motivated and achieving customer satisfaction.
Deploy, revise, checkout, and commission building automation, DDC, energy management and controls systems hardware, software and graphics.

Nice To Haves

Field Supervisor positions also available for individuals with more than 3-4 years’ experience, and capable of supervision of subcontractors.

Responsibilities

Complete scheduled preventative maintenance and emergency service calls on existing BMS systems.
Troubleshoot installations and correct deficiencies without direct supervision.
Effectively communicate with customers to evaluate service needs, maintain proper scheduling and ensure high levels of customer satisfaction.
Monitor customer buildings to ensure optimum performance standards are being achieved. Fine tune systems as new programs and sequences are developed.
Identify opportunities for additional building enhancements and perform upgrades and/or small scale retrofits on existing systems.
Perform building surveys and work with Service Manager on estimating additional work.
Perform necessary software programming, equipment start-up, tuning and calibration and commissioning of BAS systems.
Be proficient in knowledge of following equipment: VAVs, Exhaust Fans, Unit Vents, AHUs, Hot Water Systems, Chiller Water Systems, and Lighting.
Stay informed of industry developments for energy savings strategies.
Effectively provide feedback to supervisor for ways to improve the installation process.
Utilize Automated Logic’s Dealer website and stay current on technical data and solutions for existing problems and updates.
Assume additional responsibilities as needed and approved by management.