Building Automation Specialist

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HVAC Controls Technician Job Description

• Serve as a professional field representative, demonstrating courtesy and professionalism in all customer and team interactions.
• Provide front-line technical and repair support for HVAC control systems through clear and effective communication with internal teams and customers.
• Collaborate with the operations team to ensure customer needs are met promptly and efficiently.
• Respond to internal and external customer requests in a timely and professional manner.
• Perform troubleshooting, installation, start-up, and commissioning of HVAC control systems, including mechanical, electrical, and low-voltage components.
• Execute project field work independently, ensuring high-quality workmanship and adherence to budgeted timelines.
• Conduct point-to-point testing to verify low-voltage controls and electrical connections.
• Verify sequences of operation (SOO) by testing newly installed HVAC equipment and systems to ensure they operate correctly and meet performance requirements.
• Review mechanical plans and control submittals to identify potential issues with control devices, wiring, or sequences of operation before and during installation.
• Modify, troubleshoot, and optimize control programming as needed to ensure proper system functionality.
• Commission and fine-tune building automation and control systems, including airflow and hydronic systems.
• Mentor and support other technicians in all aspects of project execution, including troubleshooting, commissioning, and documentation.
• Conduct customer training sessions for completed projects to ensure end users understand system operation and basic troubleshooting.
• Document changes for as-built records and ensure all modifications are accurately reflected in project documentation.
• Support accurate project billing by documenting labor, materials, and changes in a timely and organized manner.
• Participate in company training programs and pursue self-directed learning to maintain and expand technical expertise.
• Follow all safety standards and complete required safety training, including the proper use of personal protective equipment.
• Keep leadership informed of job progress, potential issues, and any conditions that may impact schedule, budget, or performance.
• Proactively manage processes and procedures, including email, collaboration tools, project folders, labor logs, and expense submissions.
• Work with various building automation platforms and control technologies to support commissioning, troubleshooting, and system optimization.

• Minimum of three (3) years of experience performing sequence of operation verification (SOO), including testing newly installed HVAC equipment and systems to ensure they operate correctly and meet performance requirements.
• Minimum of three (3) years of experience performing point-to-point testing to verify electrical connections and low-voltage control wiring.
• Hands-on experience installing, commissioning, troubleshooting, repairing, and programming building automation control systems.
• Strong knowledge of HVAC systems, control devices, and building automation concepts.
• Proficiency with direct digital controls (DDC) and building control technologies.
• Experience with mechanical and electrical troubleshooting related to HVAC controls and building automation systems.
• Ability to troubleshoot and verify airflow and hydronic systems within HVAC applications.
• Familiarity with IT networking concepts as they relate to building automation and control systems.
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical plans, control drawings, and submittals.
• Skill in modifying and troubleshooting control programming for HVAC systems and building automation platforms.
• Competence with Windows applications, primarily Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Ability to maintain a satisfactory driving record that permits operation of a company vehicle.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to interact effectively with customers, colleagues, and leadership.
• Ability to work independently in the field and manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously.
• Commitment to following safety standards and using personal protective equipment as required.

• Experience with building automation software and HVAC control platforms.
• Familiarity with Siemens, Honeywell, Trane, and similar building automation and control systems.
• Experience with Siemens control systems and Siemens NX or comparable platforms.
• Knowledge of analytics and building controls technologies used to optimize system performance.
• Understanding of low-voltage control wiring practices and standards.
• Experience verifying sequences of operation for complex HVAC and building automation systems.
• Exposure to IT networking as it relates to integrating building automation systems.
• Ability to mentor and train junior technicians in field practices, commissioning, and troubleshooting.
• Strong organizational skills to manage project folders, labor logs, and expense submissions…