Controls Technician II

Ainsworth Inc•Monroe Township, NJ

164d•$30 - $40

About The Position

GDI Ainsworth is hiring a full-time Building Automation Controls Technician II for its New York/New Jersey branch. The role is responsible for startup, testing, commissioning, documentation, and timely turnover of construction projects to clients and the service team. The technician reports directly to a team project manager and works closely with the design engineer, clients, subcontractors, electricians, and other controls providers. The position calls for professional client interaction, independent problem-solving, and leadership within the company. The technician starts and tests building automation systems, coordinates installation and project schedules, documents system startup and tested points, and helps ensure quality and safety. Responsibilities include working with terminal-unit, air-handling-unit, and central-plant controllers; wiring and system components; controller software points; automatic programming sequences; and front-end graphics and systems. The role also provides client training, coordinates punch-out activities, maintains progress reports, and supports effective project completion and turnover.

Requirements

2–4+ years of experience as a DDC Technician.
Previous technician experience in the controls industry.
Depth of knowledge in mechanical systems and sequences of operation.
Ability to read and understand mechanical design documents, including duct layouts, piping schematics, and riser diagrams.
Ability to read manufacturers' wiring diagrams.
Problem-solving and troubleshooting experience.
Familiarity with interfacing to third-party devices.
Commitment to high-quality work.
Ability to work independently or as part of a team.
Demonstrated leadership among peers.
Ability to present a positive image for the company and exceed internal and external client expectations.
High school diploma or GED required.

Nice To Haves

Preference for experience with Delta Controls systems.
Associate degree in HVAC or Control Systems, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Responsibilities

Start up, test, and commission building automation systems.
Work directly with clients and subcontractors to facilitate installation of designed control systems.
Plan system startup and turnover to the service team, and document the startup process.
Communicate with the project manager and client to support effective project completion.
Take initiative to find solutions, motivate others, and offer and implement efficiency improvements.
Provide client training on systems.
Coordinate punch-out of the front-end system and coordinate items with electricians.
Drive the project schedule toward efficient completion.
Document tested points and wiring runs.
Start up and test terminal-unit, air-handling-unit, and central-plant controllers, including hot-water, chilled-water, and condenser-water systems.
Communicate directives to electrical subcontractors to support proper installation of control components.
Interface with third-party manufacturer controls.
Read wiring diagrams to determine proper terminations to mechanical equipment.
Terminate and troubleshoot wiring and system components.
Create software points in controllers and test automatic programming sequences.
Maintain weekly reports on project progress and open items.
Demonstrate front-end graphics and system operability to clients and commissioning agents.
Continually enforce high safety standards.