HVAC Control Technician

Amentum•McLean, VA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Amentum is seeking an HVAC Control Technician to work in McLean, Virginia. The role maintains and troubleshoots assigned computer-based building control systems and their associated instrumentation, software, HVAC controls, and electronic and pneumatic equipment. The technician monitors system operations, performs inspections and preventive maintenance, makes database and graphic-screen updates, adjusts controls, and coordinates or directs repairs. The position works Tuesday through Friday from 1:30 p.m. to 12:00 a.m. The listed compensation is $54.70 per hour. The candidate must be a U.S. citizen and able to obtain and maintain a Top Security Clearance.

Requirements

Possess a journeyman HVAC license, Maryland Grade 1 Stationary Engineer License, DC 3rd Steam Boiler Engineer License, or equivalent.
Be able to maintain, calibrate, and repair system components using equipment such as a digital multimeter, analog voltmeter, variable power supplies, and Simpson meter.
Have familiarity with Building Management Systems.
Possess Universal CFC certification.
Be willing to travel off site for in-depth training on the appropriate system.
Be familiar with troubleshooting and repairing pneumatic and electronic pneumatic controls.
Be able to comprehend written and oral instructions.
Be a U.S. citizen and able to obtain and maintain a Top Security Clearance.

Nice To Haves

Be well versed in AC/DC electronic theory, solid-state electronics, digital and electronic theory, DDC controls, and computer operations and theory.
Have familiarity with Honeywell Building Management Systems, Excel, and EXEL 500 systems.
Ability to write correspondence.
Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small-group situations to customers, clients, and other employees.
NFPA-70E training.
OSHA 10 training.

Responsibilities

Troubleshoot and perform preventive maintenance on hardware for assigned computer systems.
Troubleshoot and schedule field repairs for instrumentation associated with assigned computer systems.
Troubleshoot software program problems in assigned computer systems.
Train personnel in-house on the operation of assigned systems.
Make database changes and develop and install graphic screens to improve system operation and maintenance.
Monitor operations, implement new ideas, and establish trends toward energy management of assigned systems.
Define levels of access to assigned systems.
Develop and update building floor plans or sensor locations.
Review and update alarm messages and review alarm printouts for possible system malfunctions.
Conduct daily inspections of the environmental control system and related facility equipment, and perform periodic preventive maintenance.
Test and adjust control systems according to an established program.
Install, maintain, and repair electronic and pneumatic equipment, including building equipment controls, and order parts needed for repairs.
Maintain a service workbench for electronic and/or pneumatic repairs.
Synchronize operation of electric devices of 120 volts and below, and work with pneumatic and mechanical sensing, control, and recording devices.
Adjust manual and automatic controls for HVAC systems.
Check safety valves and devices.
Direct repair personnel as assigned.
Perform other job-related duties.