Commercial HVAC-R Controls Technician

Benedict Refrigeration Service•Altoona, WI

5d•Onsite

About The Position

The Controls Technician installs, maintains, programs, diagnoses, and repairs complex building automation systems (BAS), pneumatic controls, and electronic components to optimize HVAC/R equipment performance. This position performs expert level work on commercial and industrial systems integrating HVAC/R hardware with computer-based controls for energy efficiency and environmental control. The position has no direct reports and works primarily independently, with occasional teamwork, under direct supervision.

Requirements

Associate’s degree in HVAC/R, controls, or equivalent required.
3+ years in HVAC/R with specific experience in control systems required.
EPA Universal Certification required.
Valid class D driver’s license and commercial insurability required.
Strong problem-solving, mechanical, and analytical skills.
Proficient and safe use of trade tools, equipment, materials, and methods.
Ability to read and interpret complex manuals, control schematics, wiring diagrams, blueprints, and code, experience with pneumatic and digital systems.
Capable of designing, laying out, and developing material lists for repairs, maintenance, and installations.
Strong planning, organization, prioritization, and task management skills.
Ability to follow instructions and meet deadlines.
Performs effectively in fast paced, high stress environments.
Skilled in operating aerial lift equipment (scissor lifts, boom lifts).
Strong computer skills for software troubleshooting and configuration.
Works effectively both independently and as part of a team.
Exhibits strong work habits: punctuality, accountability, thoroughness, and resourcefulness.
Willing and Abe to travel to job sites 100% of the time.
Ability to work a non-standard schedule including emergency on-call, nights, weekends, and holidays.
Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.
Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.

Nice To Haves

Federal Medical Card to transport large commercial trailers a plus.

Responsibilities

Installs, configures, and programs Building Automation Systems (BAS), PLC controllers, and environmental controls.
Diagnoses and repairs pneumatic, electronic, and digital control systems, including sensors, thermostats, VFDs, and actuators.
Calibrates temperature, pressure, and humidity controls; performs preventive HVAC/R maintenance.
Installs electrical wiring, relays, and interlocks for HVAC/R systems.
Uses software to monitor system performance, adjust control logic, and manage BAS networking (BACnet, Modbus, N2).
Communicates project plans, progress, and results with internal teams, clients, and customers.
Reviews mechanical design plans and provides HVAC/R control sequences of operation for remodels, upgrades, and new construction.
Records work progress and documentation in the computerized management system.
Prepares work areas, gathers materials, safely operates and maintains tools & company vehicle, and cleans up after project completion.
Collaborates professionally with external contractors and ensures compliance with codes and standards.
Sets and achieves individual goals and contributes to department objectives.
Demonstrates strong communication, versatility, follow through, and customer focus.
Upholds professionalism, timeliness, accuracy, and a positive company image.
Adheres to all company and industry safety protocols.
Assists in developing specifications for repairs and new construction.
Trains and mentors’ other staff as needed.
Supports and serves as backup to other field positions.
Performs other duties as assigned by authorized personnel.