Controls Technician

Job Description

Spectrum Solutions, Inc. is seeking an experienced Controls Technician / Operator to support the United States Military Academy (USMA) at West Point, New York. This position is responsible for the operation, maintenance, troubleshooting, repair, and optimization of the Academy's campus-wide Energy Management Control System (EMCS), Building Automation Systems (BAS), and associated HVAC control systems.

• Operate, monitor, and maintain the installation-wide Energy Management Control System (EMCS) and Building Automation Systems (BAS).
• Perform preventive maintenance inspections and testing of control systems, field devices, controllers, operator workstations, servers, and associated network infrastructure.
• Diagnose and repair failures involving HVAC controls, sensors, actuators, variable frequency drives, control panels, communication networks, and related equipment.
• Respond to routine, urgent, and emergency service calls in accordance with contractual response requirements.
• Investigate system alarms, equipment failures, occupant comfort issues, and control system deficiencies.
• Generate corrective maintenance recommendations, service order documentation, and repair proposals.
• Install, configure, commission, and troubleshoot DDC controllers and field devices.
• Modify control sequences, graphics, schedules, trends, alarms, and databases as directed.
• Perform controller backups, database maintenance, software updates, and system documentation updates.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records, inspection reports, service documentation, and operational logs.
• Participate in customer meetings, system walkthroughs, project coordination meetings, and quality control activities.
• Coordinate activities with Government representatives, facility personnel, subcontractors, and other trades.
• Provide technical support and recommendations for system improvements, modernization efforts, and operational optimization.
• Provide technical leadership and guidance to other controls technicians and support personnel as required.
• Adhere to all company, customer, OSHA, EM 385-1-1, and site-specific safety requirements.

• Minimum five (5) years of experience working with Building Automation Systems, Direct Digital Controls, or Energy Management Control Systems.
• Niagara N4 Certification.
• Demonstrated experience troubleshooting and maintaining HVAC control systems in commercial, institutional, industrial, military, healthcare, or higher education facilities.
• Experience with one or more major BAS platforms including Tridium Niagara, Honeywell, Distech Controls, or similar systems.
• Working knowledge of HVAC systems, control theory, sequence of operations, and building mechanical systems.
• Experience with BACnet/IP, BACnet MS/TP, Modbus, Lon Works, TCP/IP networking, and related communication protocols.
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings, electrical schematics, control drawings, sequences of operation, and specifications.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to interact professionally with Government personnel, customers, subcontractors, and internal team members.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently with minimal supervision while maintaining a high level of accountability and professionalism.
• Strong troubleshooting and analytical problem-solving skills with the ability to identify root causes and develop effective corrective actions.
• Ability to prepare accurate maintenance reports, service documentation, and technical recommendations.
• Valid driver's license with acceptable driving record.
• Ability to obtain and maintain installation access and any required security credentials.

• Niagara Advanced Certification.
• Experience supporting large campus environments, military installations, healthcare facilities, or university campuses.
• Experience supporting Department of Defense (DoD), Federal Government, military, or other high-security facilities.
• Previous experience serving as a Lead Controls Technician, Site Lead, Foreman, or similar leadership role.
• Experience mentoring, training, and developing junior controls technicians.
• Experience coordinating maintenance activities across multiple facilities and managing workload priorities for a team of technicians.
• Demonstrated ability to lead troubleshooting efforts and coordinate resources during critical system outages or emergency…