Controls Technician

NexCore•North Clarendon, VT

26d•Onsite

About The Position

Alliance Group is seeking full-time, experienced Controls Technicians in North Clarendon, Vermont, for its Building Automation/Controls team. This field-based position is responsible for installing, maintaining, and troubleshooting building automation systems. The technician should have knowledge of HVAC systems, building automation systems, energy management, and network communications, and build and maintain strong customer relationships. Alliance Group is willing to train the right person. The stated pay range starts at $30 per hour, with compensation negotiable for qualified candidates. The role includes preventive maintenance, commissioning and startup, diagnosing and repairing system wiring, hardware, software, and communication problems, and creating, loading, testing, and tuning system databases. Technicians install, replace, and recommission control system devices, equipment, and software, provide customer training, and maintain accurate records and documentation. They also communicate with customers about issues, timelines, and resolutions; identify potential additional business opportunities; document installed equipment; and keep the work area and company vehicle clean and organized. The position requires a valid, unrestricted driver's license, the ability to maintain a company vehicle, and U.S. citizenship or a current, valid U.S. work permit. Applicants must pass routine background and motor vehicle record checks to obtain site access clearance for work in government buildings, public schools, and other sensitive-population facilities. A Post-Offer Pre-Employment Screen (POPES) is required. The position involves lifting up to 50 pounds daily and climbing scaffolding, ladders, and stairs as job duties require.

Requirements

At least 2 years of building automation experience.
Strong interpersonal communication skills.
Ability to work efficiently.
Reliability, follow-through, discretion, and integrity.
Proactive, positive problem-solving skills.
Written and oral communication skills.
Must maintain a company vehicle.
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds daily.
Ability to climb scaffolding, ladders, and stairs as required by the job.
U.S. citizenship or a current, valid U.S. work permit.
Valid, unrestricted driver's license.
Must successfully pass routine background and motor vehicle record checks for site access clearance.
Must complete a Post-Offer Pre-Employment Screen (POPES).

Nice To Haves

At least 2 years of HVAC or electrical experience.
Background in Johnson Controls (JCI), Honeywell, or Schneider Controls.

Responsibilities

Safely perform scheduled preventive maintenance routines with a senior technician.
Assist with commissioning and startup to ensure systems operate properly.
Diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair wiring, hardware, and software.
Diagnose communication problems.
Create, load, test, and tune system databases.
Install, replace, and recommission control system devices, equipment, and software.
Provide on-site training to customers.
Create and maintain accurate test records and other documentation.
Communicate and explain current issues, timelines, and resolutions to customers when appropriate.
Identify and report potential opportunities for additional business, such as newer systems, service contracts, and additional services.
Document installed equipment upon arrival, including make, model, serial number, necessary test measurements, and pictures as needed.
Maintain a clean and organized work environment and company work vehicle.

Benefits

Three health insurance plans to choose from.
Vision and dental insurance.
Health Savings Account (HSA) with guaranteed weekly company contributions.
Flexible Spending Account (FSA) or Dependent Care Account (DCA) options.
Company-sponsored $50,000 life insurance policy, with additional voluntary life insurance options.
Voluntary short-term disability, long-term disability, hospital indemnity, critical illness, and other insurance options.
Pre-tax 401(k) and Roth 401(k) plan options with up to a 5% company match.
Generous combined time off package and 8 paid holidays.
Paid parental leave for the birth or adoption of a child.
Jury duty leave.
Bereavement leave.
Military leave.
Annual company bonus program.
Employee referral and retention bonus program.
Company vehicle, including gas card, maintenance, and repairs.
Professional development assistance, including required training for license renewals and license renewal fees.
Company-sponsored events and outings, including an annual holiday party, annual summer bash, and regular recognition and appreciation events.
Fitness reimbursement program.
Income advance loan.
Annual $200 credit for company apparel and branded items.
Annual $200 credit for safety toe boots and/or work pants.
Annual $200 allowance for ANSI-approved prescription safety eyewear.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for employees and household members.
Employee discounts at major local vendors across NY, VT, and NH.