HVAC/ Controls Technician Level II (Building Automation) - Climatec LLC

About Climatec

For over 40 years, Climatec has steadily invested in their people, technology, and services to be a trusted business partner for building solutions. As part of the Bosch Building Technologies Integrator Business in North America, Climatec is one of the leading providers of building technologies and energy solutions in the nation – delivering results for thousands of customers, every day. Climatec’s strategic business partners include the world’s leading suppliers of building automation, security, life safety, and energy efficiency technologies.

About Bosch

The Bosch Group is a privately held supplier of innovative technology and services with over 400,000 associates worldwide. Its unique private ownership structure was established to promote entrepreneurial freedom and long-term business focus. Bosch’s operations serve millions of customers across four business sectors: Mobility Solutions, Industrial Technology, Consumer Goods, and Energy and Building Technology.

Level Descriptions:

Level I – Must be able to achieve many objectives of this position. Requires some amount of timely supervision to ensure the proper tasks are being accomplished and that communication is adequate, timely, in the correct manner (i.e. verbal, written, email, etc.).

Level II - Consistently achieves all of the objectives of this position. This individual also provides mentoring and direct day-to-day supervision to level I positions.

Senior - Highly experienced in the position. Advanced awareness of the technical needs of controls system programming, integrations to other systems, and very sophisticated HVAC strategies if working in the control field.

Job Duties & Responsibilities:

• Provide Controls database, graphics, programming, etc. for sequences as provided by the Design Specialist, project specifications, or other applicable sources. (Distech, Alerton, Tridium, experience preferred)
• Provide accurate controls of systems start-up and commissioning including point-to-point checkout on projects as assigned. Verify correct alarm, annunciation, and other actions by equipment, devices, panels, and annunciators of Controls projects.
• Support installation personnel on project sites.
• Provide information and support for other contractors on project site.
• Debug installation issues during both the static and dynamic start up and commissioning of building controls.
• Provide support to Climatec and other contractors to solve building operating issues that go beyond the controls or special systems operation.
• Provide input to others as requested or required to assist in the accurate estimation, design, installation, start up, commissioning, and training for building systems.
• Provide start up documentation including daily logs, check out logs, commissioning documents, etc. as required for assigned projects.
• Ensure timely software backups are created for projects and software development.
• Provide service support on existing installations ensuring systems continue to meet existing building occupancy codes.
• Provide service support on existing systems ensuring their proper and efficient operation as well as providing ongoing support to the facility’s building engineers.
• Complete time sheets, service work orders, and other paperwork required for this position in an accurate and timely manner.
• Assist in preparing of as-built drawings and Operation & Maintenance Manuals.
• Assist in turnover of projects from Operations Team to Service Team.
• Assist Sales team during estimating phase including potential product or system demonstrations.
• As necessary, travel will be required to the job site to complete startup, commissioning and assistance to the onsite personnel to complete the project. This will be on a case-by-case basis, depending on the size, scope, and requirements of the project(s).
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills & Qualifications:

Basic Qualifications

• Minimum of a high school diploma.
• Two-year technical degree in HVAC or Electronics-related studies preferred.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in building controls or a related field.
• Experience with programming and controls database management.
• Ability to troubleshoot basic electric and electronic circuitry, including reading and interpreting electrical and electronic diagrams.
• Clear and concise verbal and written communication skills.
• Understanding of AC power circuitry including breakers and multi-phase power (120VAC and greater).
• Proficiency with electronic testing equipment such as volt meters, amp meters, and oscilloscopes.

Preferred Qualifications

• Extensive experience (5+ years) with Distech, Alerton, or Tridium controls systems.
• Deep understanding of HVAC operations within a facility.
• Proven ability to debug installation issues during both static and dynamic start-up phases.
• Experience supporting installation personnel and other contractors on project sites.
• Experience creating start-up documentation, including daily logs, check-out logs, and commissioning documents.
• Experience providing service support to existing installations, ensuring compliance with building occupancy codes and ongoing efficient operation.
• Willingness to travel to job sites as necessary for project start-up, commissioning, and support.

Essential Job Functions:

• Be able to lift and carry ladders, drawings, personal computers, material, etc.
• Be able to lift up to 50lbs.
• Be able to spend significant time standing and walking on construction sites.
• Be able to climb several flights of stairs or ladders throughout a typical day on a construction site.
• Maintain a satisfactory driving record which, per Climatec’s vehicle policy, allows the individual to drive on company business.
• Be physically able to kneel, stoop and crawl.

Application Process:

Please submit your resume along with a cover letter detailing your relevant experience and how you meet the qualifications outlined above. Additionally, please include any relevant certifications or examples of successful project implementations.

Additional Information:

This company considers candidates regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you need accommodation for any part of the application process, please send an email to talentacquisitionteam@climatec.com or call 602-944-3330 to speak with Human Resources and let us know the nature of your request.

By choice, we are committed to a diverse workforce - EOE/Protected Veteran/Disabled.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Indefinite U.S. work authorized individuals only. Future sponsorship for work authorization unavailable.