HVAC Controls Technician

We are seeking an HVAC Controls Technician (Building Automation Technician) to join our Federal Systems team based at one of the most iconic buildings in the world – the Pentagon (military experience is not required). We’ve supported the Pentagon for nearly 20 years with their energy efficiency and sustainability needs.

• Pay range: $43.00 - $58.00 per hour. Negotiable based on experience.
• Company vehicle:
  Yes.
• Shift: Day shift, primarily 6:30am-3:00pm, Monday-Friday.
• Benefits:
  Eligible for benefits on first day of employment.
• Vacation: 3 weeks of paid vacation per calendar year.

• Perform preventive maintenance, repair, installation, commissioning, point‑to‑point checkouts, troubleshooting and/or replacement of HVAC controls systems (BAS systems) and related mechanical equipment; most work will involve Johnson Controls Metasys and Distech controls.
• Diagnose and repair a variety of electronic and digital control system malfunctions.
• Test and perform modifications to systems software when needed.
• Assist with sketching and documenting field changes and discrepancies for engineering corrections and drawings.
• Provide training and associated manuals and documentation to customers on electronic control systems operations.
• Help mechanical staff troubleshoot issues and may help with minor mechanical maintenance.
• Ensure work performed complies with company, federal regulations, industry standards and guidelines, and customer requirements.
• Compile project documentation, such as certificate of completion, customer training forms, training certificates and punch lists.
• Conduct self‑study (reading, research and practice) to improve and maintain technical proficiency in company’s product lines; completes certifications as required.
• Read and properly interpret blueprints, diagrams, submittals, specifications, software/systems programs, schematics and operational product manuals.
• Adhere to Johnson Controls and customer safety standards, provide safety awareness leadership and instruction to technicians and subcontractors on Johnson Controls work sites.

• 5+ years of experience working with HVAC Controls (Direct Digital Controls), VAVs, VRFs, or other related systems and equipment.
• Knowledge of a variety of electronic or digital control systems, HVAC controls systems, facilities management systems, site preparation, peripheral equipment installation and servicing techniques.
• The ability to obtain and maintain required government security clearances and/or badges as required to perform site duties. (This involves a background/character, criminal history, employment, and credit check.)

• Technical knowledge and experience working with Johnson Controls Metasys, Tridium Niagara, or Distech Direct Digital Control (DDC) system.
• Programming and/or troubleshooting various brands of HVAC controls products is highly desired (Johnson Controls, Honeywell, Siemens, Delta, Distech, Carrier, ALC, Andover).
• Experience with BAS communication protocols including at least one of the following: BACnet MSTP, BACnet IP, N2, P1, Modbus, and/or LON.
• Experience using SMP, SCT, and/or CCT.

• Technical Schooling, Bachelor’s Degree, or Associate’s Degree in Engineering, Electronics, Mechanical systems, Computer technology, HVAC, or a related field, or relevant experience.

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Division: JCFS (Johnson Controls Federal Systems)