Sr. Controls Technician

JOB PURPOSE:

The Sr. Controls Technician is responsible for the start-up and commissioning of PLC and DDC based controls systems by following commissioning procedures and guidelines.

Sr. Controls Technician

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

* ORGANIZES COMMISSIONING OF DDC and or PLC based PROJECTS by accepting projects from project management; analyzing commissioning workload timelines; understanding project requirements, sequence of operation, programming, and system type; conferring and collaborating with other members of the engineering and programming team.

* ENSURES PROPER SYSTEM OPERABILITY by assisting in an onsite performance verification ("Big Picture Checkout") with the HBT engineer to verify the system is functioning as it was designed.

* DIRECTS ELECTRICAL SUBCONTRACTORS by prioritizing areas of completion; answering questions to assure proper installation; enforcing proper installation methods verifying proper installation.

* MAINTAINS PROJECT DOCUMENTATION by updating wiring diagrams, sequence changes, and check-out documentation; maintaining current program and graphical displays; maintaining project commissioning sheets; collaborating with Project Managers and Programmers to assure that current documentation is accurately and promptly transmitted from the field.

* COMPLETES COMMISSIONING OF DDC and or PLC based PROJECTS by organizing, prioritizing, and scheduling start-up activities; coordinating with programming for needed modifications and corrections for programming and Displays; organizing turnover to Project Manager for project close-out; following up on work results.

* COMMUNICATES PROJECT INFORMATION by updating Project Managers and Construction Coordinator as to construction progress; updating any project deadline information; advising as to any changes in schedule or change orders; logging daily work in a project manual or work diary.

* ACHIEVES FINANCIAL OBJECTIVES by cooperating with the Ops management team in reviewing monthly job labor cost reports as needed; initiating corrective actions as directed.

* MAINTAINS INDUSTRY TECHNICAL KNOWLEDGE by attending approved educational workshops; reviewing industry publications; reviewing Dealer Intranets; maintaining knowledge of proper electrical and mechanical installation methods; reviewing product specifications and catalogs on project material.

* CONTRIBUTES TO TEAM EFFORT by leading by example; initiating an open and positive attitude; preparing for and attending training meetings; assisting in the training of new employees; sharing technical information with associates; accomplishing related results as needed.

* WILLINGNESS AND ABILITY TO TRAVEL by Cooperating and understanding the importance of high-profile customers with locations in multiple regions and recognizing a sense of urgency with those needs.

Sr. Controls Technician Requirements:

* 5+ years of controls experience.

* 5+years of BACnet controls experience.

* Proficient with Alerton, Distech, Delta, Niagara, or Tridium programming.

Preferred

Skills and Abilities:

* Knowledge of HVAC Control Theory & Applications

* Proficient with Allen Bradley Studio 5000 or Siemens TIA Portal

* Inductive Automation Ignition Core or Gold certification

* Experience with electronics and basic electrical circuits

* Strong troubleshooting skills

* Computer hardware and software skills including

* Ability to work independently and unsupervised

* Strong communication and interactive skills

* Technical Military training

No Phone Calls or Drop-Ins Please.

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