Building Controls Site Assessor

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in United States.

📋 Description

• Evaluate Building Automation System controls along with associated HVAC and electrical systems at secure federal and commercial premises.

• Conduct field investigations and perform point-to-point verification of both physical and digital inputs and outputs.

• Validate wiring, addressing, scaling, command, feedback, and signal communication with controllers.

• Implement approved sequences of operation and carry out functional performance tests.

• Ensure the proper functioning of chillers, boilers, air handling units, Variable Air Volume boxes, Variable Frequency Drives, lighting controls, and related equipment.

• Identify and resolve communication issues within BACnet MS/TP, BACnet/IP, Modbus, and LonWorks protocols.

• Troubleshoot controllers and graphical user interfaces effectively.

• Assist with authorized updates to controller software and graphics.

• Interpret HVAC mechanical drawings, control schematics, electrical wiring diagrams, blueprints, submittals, and sequences of operation.

• Employ multimeters, laptops, hand tools, network analyzers, and other commissioning tools.

• Document commissioning results and manage test records diligently.

• Monitor deficiencies until resolved and compile formal reports.

• Collaborate with project managers, engineers, contractors, building owners, and other relevant stakeholders.

• Travel approximately 50% to customer locations across the United States, including Alaska and Hawaii.

⛳️ Requirements

• Two to three years of relevant experience with HVAC systems, BAS controls, building operations and maintenance, or commissioning in federal, commercial, or mixed-use facilities.

• Prior experience on Department of War sites, including knowledge of secure-facility access, safety, documentation, and coordination protocols.

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant engineering discipline or a related field, or a comparable combination of technical education, certifications, training, experience, and knowledge of HVAC systems and equipment, including Building Automation Systems.

• Practical experience in performing point-to-point verification of BAS controls and associated field devices.

• Experience in executing approved sequences of operation and conducting functional performance testing.

• Proficient in troubleshooting BAS controllers and related control-system components.

• Capability to resolve BACnet MS/TP, BACnet/IP, Modbus, and LonWorks communication issues.

• Skilled in troubleshooting BAS graphical user interfaces and supporting authorized software and graphics updates.

• Ability to read and comprehend HVAC mechanical drawings, control schematics, electrical wiring diagrams, blueprints, submittals, and sequences of operation.

• Competence in safely using multimeters, laptops, hand tools, network analyzers, and other commissioning tools.

• Strong documentation, reporting, analytical, and troubleshooting skills.

• Effective communication and collaboration skills with project managers, engineers, contractors, building owners, and other stakeholders.

• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or similar productivity software.

• Must meet background investigation and access criteria for federal facility assignments.

• Some roles may require the ability to obtain and maintain a facility-specific clearance.

• Willingness to travel approximately 50% to customer sites across the United States, including Alaska and Hawaii.

• Niagara 4 certification or a similar manufacturer-specific BAS controls credential is preferred.

• Active Secret security clearance is preferred.

• Hands-on experience with Siemens, Trane, Honeywell, Distech, Niagara, Johnson Controls, or similar BAS/BMS platforms is preferred.

• Experience in programming or modifying BAS controllers, HVAC equipment controls, Variable Frequency Drives, lighting schedules, and operator graphics is preferred.

• Familiarity with data logging, trend analysis, fault detection and diagnostics, and Proportional, Integral, Derivative loop tuning is preferred.

• Ability to climb overhead or crawl under spaces, work at heights, and occasionally lift up to 50 pounds.

🏝️ Benefits

• Overtime compensated in accordance with applicable wage-and-hour regulations.

• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance.

• Group Life Insurance.

• Short Term Disability Insurance.

• Long-Term Disability Insurance.

• 401K plan with company matching.

• Paid Time Off and Holidays.

• Supplemental Benefits.