Start Up Technician, Building Automation Systems

Tri-M Group • Quakertown, PA

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About The Position

Under the direction of the system start-up supervisor, performs tasks required to prepare building automation systems hardware and software for acceptance testing. Independently performs or directs all start-up activities on all projects.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalency.
• Four (4) years field experience with electrical/mechanical systems installation or 2-year electrical/mechanical degree.
• Satisfactorily performs tasks at or above Start up Technician III.
• Good work ethic, self-starter with good attention to details.
• Good troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Above average math/logic skills.
• Good customer relations skills.
• Intermediate level computer literacy including word processing, data entry, and processing emails.
• Confident and decisive with ability to work in a fast-paced environment and meet deadlines as part of a team.
• Ability and willingness to successfully complete Company required training.
• Must have reliable transportation to and from the assigned work location/office.
• Must maintain a valid driver’s license and good driving record.
• Must purchase Company required personal tools and maintain in good condition.
• Ability and willingness to drive company vehicles as needed.
• Ability and willingness to travel regionally to jobsites as needed.

Responsibilities

• Complies with and ensures compliance with all Tri-M safety policies and procedures.
• Complies with and ensures compliance with all Tri-M employment policies and procedures including standards of conduct and appearance to reflect positively on the Company.
• Tests building automation systems for proper hardware/software operation prior to customer acceptance.
• Assists engineers with control functions.
• Completes all necessary paperwork including checkout sheets, job journals, material requisitions, material repair forms and timesheets.
• Reads and interprets schematics, BAS diagrams, and blueprints.
• Retro-fits existing control systems to new BAS controls.
• Conducts start-up testing of motor control systems and variable speed drives.
• Troubleshoots installation related problems.
• Starts up electrical systems (i.e. CCTV, security, etc.).
• Conducts appropriate on the job skills training of Start-up Techs 1, 2 and 3.
• Safeguards and maintains Tri-M equipment, material, tools, and vehicles.
• Participates in the on-call rotation.

Benefits

• Fair and competitive pay
• Comprehensive Medical, Prescription, Vision and Dental Insurance
• HRA Spending Account
• Employer-paid Life and AD&D Insurance
• Seven Paid Holidays
• Vacation/Sick Leave
• 401k Retirement Program with Company Match
• Employee Assistance Program
• And much more!

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees