Building Automation Systems Specialist

Job Description

This position primarily controls operational verification testing and point-to-point verification ensuring the system runs as efficiently as possible. This position works as a part of a team with other specialists at client or project job sites to ensure proper installation of BA systems, as well as provide diagnostic and repair services. Contributes to the desired culture and safety of the organization.

• Inspect and test systems to verify system compliance with plans and specifications or to detect and locate malfunctions.
• Inspect systems to determine if they are operating properly.
• Review plans, specifications, and design to understand project scope.
• Ensure the proper installation of components.

• Test components for proper functioning.
• Diagnose, test, or analyze the performance of system components, assemblies, or systems.
• Set up and operate standard or specialized testing equipment.
• Ensure sensor location and functionality.

• Create images for user interface and/or system dashboards.
• Present designs and reports to customers, design engineers, or consultants for approval and discuss need for modification.
• Design images/maps of controlled systems within a building.

• Repair/Replace worn, damaged, or defective mechanical parts.
• Discuss heating or cooling system malfunction with user to isolate problems or verify repairs corrected the issues.
• Recommend, develop, or perform preventive or general maintenance procedures, such as cleaning, tightening terminals, or vacuuming control panels.
• Advise others on issues related to repairs, installation, or equipment design.
• Troubleshoot and resolve malfunctions and make recommendations that will improve efficiency or quality of operations.

• Adjust system controls to settings that meet Harris standards.
• Adjust equipment or system controls to ensure optimal performance.

• Record and report time, materials, faults, deficiencies, or other unusual occurrences on work orders.
• Complete customer service and expense reports.
• Document operational activities.
• Compile job documentation, such as certificate of completion, customer training forms, training certificates, and punch lists.

• Associate’s Degree in Mechanical/Electrical Engineering or related preferred.
• Basic understanding of mechanical systems: what they do and how they operate (6 months).
• Basic understanding of Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning (HVAC) systems including the various components and processes (6 months).
• Basic understanding of various design concepts (6 months).
• Basic understanding of physical principles (6 months).
• Basic understanding of computers, electronics, and electrical circuits and how they work together (6 months).
• Basic understanding of engineering and technology including principles, techniques, procedures, and equipment (6 months).
• Basic understanding of documentation and recording process (6 months).
• Basic understanding of building and construction materials, tools, and processes (6 months).
• Customer service experience (6 months).
• 1+ years of use/knowledge of Microsoft Office.
• 3 years of driving record that meets company guidelines.

As one of the country's leading mechanical contractors, Harris offers you the best of both worlds: the stability, resources and opportunities of a national company, and the team culture, creative spirit and customer loyalty of a local business. If you thrive on variety and new challenges, we want to meet you! From stadiums to manufacturing facilities, power plants to hospitals, concert halls to classrooms, we handle projects of all sizes and complexity from multiple regional locations across the country.

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Vacation time, sick time, and paid holidays
• Paid parental leave
• Short-term incentive plan

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$24.28 - $36.42

The actual salary offer will vary by candidate based on a wide range of factors such as specific skills, qualifications, experience, and location.

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