HVAC Controls Technician

TechFlow • Columbia, SC

9d • Onsite

About The Position

EMI Services, a subsidiary of TechFlow, is hiring an HVAC Controls Technician at Fort Jackson. The role applies basic and advanced technical knowledge to solve routine problems using manufacturers’ manuals and similar documentation. The technician sets up, troubleshoots, repairs, tests, and calibrates electronic components for Energy Management Control System (EMCS) computer control, and maintains, modifies, and repairs HVAC systems and equipment. The role requires understanding psychrometrics and how air temperature and humidity relate, as well as familiarity with interactions among related programs, system software, and computer equipment. The position may provide technical guidance to lower-level programmers, technicians, and mechanics.

The position pays $100,000–$110,000, depending on experience, and includes employer-paid insurance. EMI describes the work as non-seasonal and offers paid time off for vacation, sick leave, and federal holidays. The role is based at a U.S. Army installation and requires U.S. citizenship to obtain and maintain installation access.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• At least 4 years of experience setting up, troubleshooting, repairing, testing, and calibrating electronic components for EMCS computer control, and troubleshooting, maintaining, modifying, and repairing HVAC systems and equipment.
• Experience installing, calibrating, troubleshooting, and replacing control systems.
• Demonstrated experience with Johnson Controls Facility Explorer (Niagara 4), CCT, Metasys platforms, and Distech.
• Must obtain N4 Certification if not already certified.
• EPA Universal Refrigeration License.
• Knowledge of psychrometrics and the psychrometric chart as it relates to air temperature and humidity.
• Knowledge of standard practices, materials, tools, and equipment used to troubleshoot, repair, and maintain commercial and industrial HVAC equipment.
• Knowledge of energy management, heating, ventilation, air-conditioning, and refrigeration systems.
• Ability to use indoor air-monitoring equipment and interpret resulting data; knowledge of design and construction standards, air-conditioning and heating codes, and hazards and safety precautions.
• Regular, dependable attendance.
• Valid driver’s license compliant with the REAL ID Act, or willingness and ability to obtain one.
• Pass a pre-employment drug screening and background check.
• U.S. citizenship to obtain and maintain access to military installations.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds unassisted; use hands and arms, reach, talk, and walk; sit, bend, squat, stand, twist, and stoop for prolonged periods; climb ladders; enter confined spaces; and work indoors and outdoors in varying temperatures and weather conditions.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of Alerton, Inet, and HVAC Pro (N2) platforms.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and adjust the full range of heating, cooling, ventilation, and refrigeration equipment.
• Set up, troubleshoot, repair, test, and calibrate electronic components for EMCS computer control.
• Troubleshoot, maintain, modify, and repair heating, ventilating, and air-conditioning systems and equipment.
• Design and implement modifications to the interrelation of files and records within programs in consultation with higher-level staff.
• Monitor assigned programs and diagnose and correct errors in logic and coding.
• Implement or maintain assigned portions of scientific programming projects using established techniques for well-defined scientific problems.
• Apply judgment to devise program logic and select or adapt standard programming procedures.
• Resolve problems and deviations according to established practices.
• Provide technical guidance to lower-level programmers, technicians, and mechanics as needed.
• Use tools, equipment, supplies, and personal protective equipment safely when repairing HVAC equipment.

Benefits

• Employer-paid health insurance.
• Medical, dental, and vision care plan.
• Retirement plan (401(k), IRA).
• Life insurance (basic, voluntary, and AD&D); term life insurance is also listed.
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP).
• Company vehicle for local commute.
• Paid time off for vacation, sick leave, and federal holidays.
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED