Start-Up Technician

Tri-M Group•Kennett Square, PA

1d•Onsite

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 (see attached list) and maintain in good condition.
Ability and willingness to drive company vehicles as needed.
Ability and willingness to travel regionally to jobsites as needed.
Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without the need for current or future employer-sponsored work authorization.

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.