Senior BAS Controls Technicians

Sr. BAS Controls Technicians – Level 2 & 3

Job ID:   SCT-SC

Location:  Charleston, SC area

Pay:   $33/hour – $45/hour +  Overtime, company vehicle and full employee benefits

Job Description:

We are seeking a Sr. BAS Controls Technicians to assists in the design, configuration, and operation of building control systems, and other low voltage control sub-systems (i.e. HVAC, lighting, utility metering, access controls, data networks, etc.).

Responsibilities:

• Provides onsite field installation, commissioning, service, diagnostics, and repairs on complete BAS system, software, and hardware including associated mechanical devices.
• Assists in the design and configuration of building control systems as defined by the contract documents.
• Creates flow diagrams, sequence of operations, bill of material, network layouts and electrical schematics as required.
• Assists in the development and testing of software programs commissioning, and troubleshooting to ensure proper operations of the building control system
• Assists in the coordination and creation of necessary drawings and equipment schedules for submittals and installation.
• Selects, orders, and tracks the delivery of materials for assigned projects.
• Coordinates factory-mounting processes to meet factory and project schedule.
• Assists in the loading and commissioning of all system and network-level controllers as required.
• Assists in validation of complete system functionality and troubleshoots problems with subcontractors and other trades to ensure proper operation.
• Provide field change information to the project team for the creation of as-built drawings and software.
• Layout and install low voltage wiring.
• Read and interpret electrical schematics and mechanical blueprints.
• Performing site-specific training for owner / operator on the total building control system.

Qualifications:

• 5 years of experience with Building Automation Installation and Programming
• Demonstrated knowledge of the construction, and HVAC industry.
• Knowledgeable in trouble shooting all types of mechanical HVAC
• Demonstrated knowledge of control theory, automatic temperature controls, building automation systems, and other building mechanical subsystems.
• Ability to create / modify / duplicate / Troubleshoot existing or new Building Automation/ Controls programs.
• Demonstrated experience in the integration of low voltage building sub-systems using various industry protocols (i.e. LON, BacNet, Modbus, etc).
• Experience and certification in Tridium N4, preferred
• Tridium N4 Knowledge and Navigation.  Can navigate in N4 software, make minor modifications, and execute functions needed to execute expected Level I commissioning and Programming.
• Experience with Niagara AX, Jace or Honeywell Spyder controls systems is preferred
• Experience with Siemens Desigo or PPCL building automation systems preferred
• Experience with Johnson Controls FX building automation systems preferred
• Commissioning for VAV / FCU / RTU – Can independently start up these systems and similar style systems.
• Solid air distribution knowledge (VAV / FCU / RTU / AHU), basic knowledge of hydronic systems (CHW System / HW System / Steam Heat)
• Ability to relate technical knowledge to a non-technical audience.
• Identify, repair, replace and calibrate field devices including sensors, output signals, controllers, and basic electrical components.
• Ability to perform any Software Upgrades or software related requirements (Java, LNS, security protocols)
• Ability to install and service all field level devices including wireless, VFDs, com cards and any other components within the system being installed or serviced.
• Demonstrated advanced computer skills required, particularly computer related graphic and drafting tools.
• No physical limitations – must be able to walk, lift up to 25lbs, sit, reach, kneel, crawl + climb.
• Must have a valid / clean driver’s license (you will have a company vehicle and gas card)

Benefits:

• Company vehicle with acceptable driving record
• Medical, Dental, Vision and Pet Insurance
• Short & Long Term Disability
• Company paid Life Insurance
• Health Savings Account with up to $1000 in company match annually
• Flexible spending account
• 401K with employer match
• 10 days of PTO, pro-rated in year 1 (increases with tenure)
• 9 paid holidays + 1 floating holiday
• Employee Assistance Program
• $100 Annual Safety Boot benefit
• Safety Incentive Program
• $100 Annual Physical Incentive Program
• Employee Referral Program