Facilities Automation Technician

Cushman & Wakefield•Austin, TX

37d•Onsite

About The Position

This position is responsible for project(s) to install, terminate, and test low-voltage controls wiring for a building automation system (BAS) within a facility. The work must be performed by a qualified facilities automation technician with a strong understanding of commercial HVAC and controls systems. The technician must adhere to all applicable national, state, and local electrical codes, as well as manufacturer specifications and project drawings.

Requirements

Minimum of 3–5 years of commercial or industrial electrical and controls experience
Proven ability to read and interpret complex electrical schematics, mechanical diagrams, and controls plans
Expertise in installing and troubleshooting low-voltage (24V AC/DC) control circuits
Knowledge of standard communication protocols used in building automation (e.g., BACnet, Modbus)
Proficiency in the proper and safe use of electrical testing equipment
Strong understanding of National Electrical Code (NEC) and local code requirements
Follow all Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) regulations and site-specific safety protocols, including the use of proper personal protective equipment (PPE)
Provide all standard controls-related tools, including multi-meters, wire strippers, benders, crimpers, and personal safety equipment
Coordinate work with other trades on site, including electricians, HVAC mechanics, and commissioning agents
Complete all work according to the latest project plans, schematics, and wiring diagrams
Maintain accurate records of tasks completed
Complete all wiring and terminations in a neat, organized, and professional manner, following industry best practices

Responsibilities

Install all necessary electrical raceways, including conduit (EMT, rigid, flexible) and cable tray, to support controls wiring
Pull low-voltage wires, including multi-conductor cables, communication wiring (e.g., Cat5e, Cat6), and shielded cables, between controllers and field devices
Securely mount all controls devices, including sensors, actuators, and controllers, to the specified location on mechanical equipment or structural surfaces
Run and terminate controls wiring for modulating and two-position actuators on valves and dampers
Install and terminate low-voltage controls wiring for VFDs, including start/stop signals, speed control signals (e.g., 0-10 VDC), and status feedback
Run and terminate wiring for temperature and humidity sensors (e.g., wall sensors, duct sensors, immersion sensors)
Run and terminate wiring for pressure transducers or switches for monitoring air or water pressure
Install and wire other field sensing devices as required by the project plans (e.g., flow switches, current sensors, smoke detectors)
Terminate all field wiring at the designated controls panels, labeling each wire with its corresponding source and destination
Neatly and correctly terminate all wires at the field devices, following the manufacturer's installation instructions
Use a multi-meter to test for proper voltage and ensure continuity and connectivity of all wires, verifying all circuits are free of shorts or opens
Provide a fully wired controls system with properly terminated and labeled cables, ready for the commissioning phase
Provide a red-lined set of project drawings reflecting any changes or modifications made during installation
Provide documentation of wire tests conducted and any identified issues or resolutions