BAS HVAC Controls Installation Technician

Overview

Building Automation Systems Controls Field Installation Technician

Electro Controls, a Montana-based commercial building automation and controls contractor, has an opening for a Building Automation Controls Technician. Established in 1982, Electro Controls specializes in the sales, installation, service and support of commercial Building Automation Systems and Energy Management Solutions.

• Collaborate with the Electro Controls team; including our team of project managers, application engineers, and system integrators for a complete BAS installation
• Collaborate with general contractors, and MEP subcontractors on projects to coordinate the installation process. Communicate job progress and project issues with management and the client
• Utilize blueprints, engineering specifications, and wiring diagrams to perform installation, calibration, diagnostics, and basic commissioning
• Test, diagnose, and repair sophisticated building environment and energy management control systems
• Demonstrate a high degree of regard for customer, coworkers, and subcontractor safety by following safety standards, and attend required safety training

• Run low voltage and network wire in new construction and retrofit space
• Installing conduit and mounting control panels
• Wire and troubleshoot controls for VAV boxes, RTUs, AHUs, central plants and other miscellaneous mechanical equipment
• Commission controllers and systems with an application engineer or system integrator
• Troubleshoot control and related systems issues
• Manage assigned work to meet professional execution of time and customer satisfaction
• Maintain a record of open items/punch list for assigned jobs and report problems or changes to project management team immediately
• Clearly communicate job status to project management team
• Understand and adhere to company standards for work
• Adhere to company and customer safety standards. Provide safety awareness on work sites
• Coordinate with other trades and GCs on work sites in an ethical and professional manner

• High School diploma, equivalent, or demonstrated experience
• Basic computer skills
• Able to use hand and power tools (i.e. drills, saws, etc.)
• Demonstrate an ability to install and/or service electronic control systems and HVAC equipment
• Professional communication skills
• Possess the ability to explain technical information to technical and non-technical people
• Demonstrate effective writing skills as well as understanding of basic coding and software applications. (fundamental training provided)
• Must be punctual and adhere to a daily schedule with multiple appointments in different locations

• Vocational School two-year program graduate, an Associate’s degree in a technical field, or a minimum of two years experience in this field
• Knowledge of control theory, automatic temperature controls, building automation systems, and other building subsystems