The Building People, LLC, has a position open for a full-time Control Technician to provide services related to the retro commissioning and calibration of existing control systems. The position will work with project managers and subcontractors to meet project requirements. The control technician will be responsible for assisting in calibration, point to point check out, programming, and testing of Direct Digital Control (DDC) building automation and control systems as directed.
*This position will require a minimum of 25% travel
Responsibilities/Duties
Helps to maintain accurate and thorough project documentation and redlines
Complete sensor calibrations on HVAC control systems
Complete PID loop tuning on equipment programs to optimize equipment operation
Assist with project sub-contractors where needed, specifically test and balance contractors
Assist the project team in the engineering of control system hardware and software programming based on project plans, specifications, and other contract documents
Helps to implement programming, graphics, and sequences of operations for Direct Digital Control (DDC) Systems.
Required Skills
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
Previous experience with Niagara 4 workbench software
Strong analytical skills
Experience with electronics and basic electrical circuits
Thorough understanding of and ability to use appropriate tools, including test equipment to aid in calibration of sensors
Excellent customer service and ability to work well with others
Basic understanding of DDC Control Theory and Applications as related to HVAC equipment
Required Experience/Education
At least 1 year of experience with programming, startup and/or commissioning of control systems
Niagara Ax or N4 certification a plus but not required
Understanding of installation of controls equipment and ancillary devices/sensors
Physical Requirements
Physically able to climb overhead or crawl under spaces to complete jobs