Do you want to work for a company that will make you feel appreciated and reward you for your contributions? Do you see yourself as someone that treats people with respect and humility and cares about working in a positive work environment? ACIS, Inc. is currently hiring for a CONTROLS TECHNICIAN. We are a growing commercial mechanical services provider in the commercial and industrial HVAC industry with a strong client base in Texas.

THE OPPORTUNITY

Controls Technician will work as part of a team which will be responsible for the installation, start-up, troubleshooting, commissioning and servicing of DDC building automation systems. This position requires the ability to communicate clearly with customers, mechanical contractors, subcontractors, and fellow employees. They will independently perform required duties located in an office environment or on a construction jobsite.  

JOB DUTIES

• Diagnose and repair complex direct digital control system malfunctions requiring extensive knowledge of mechanical systems and electronic theory as well as the ability to create and modify program algorithms for multiple systems.  
• Communicate with all levels of contracting chain to declare installation schedule, milestone updates, job progress, commissioning, and closeout/acceptance plan.  
• Track and forecast labor and material spent on projects assigned and adhere to estimates.  
• Manage various suppliers and subcontractors during construction phase of project to ensure their adherence to the job schedule.  
• Identify potential field changes, communicate changes to customer and project manager, and assist in cost estimates for change orders. Generate and submit extra work orders for non-contracted work done.  
• Create control algorithms, download source code to controllers, manage system databases, and implement an animated front-end graphical user interface.  
• Analyze problems and resolve issues to ensure the complete system functions properly.  
• Perform service repairs, adjustments and calibration on building systems.  
• Coordinate and perform customer training and ensure timely completion of project closeout documents  
• Provide technical support and direction to end-users and employees when applicable. 
• The job description should not be construed to imply that these requirements are the exclusive job duties of the position. The BAS Technician will follow and perform other instructions and other related duties as set forth by management.  
• Under general supervision, conducts preventive maintenance, repair, installation, and commissioning and general servicing of HVAC Automation Systems (including detailed troubleshooting of systems).? Responsible for high levels of customer satisfaction through direct, on site, customer interface. Mentors' mechanical technicians on building automation activities. Properly completes required project and service documentation. 
• Diagnoses and repairs complex electronic control system malfunction's requiring extensive knowledge of a variety of electronic or digital controls systems and ability to test and write modifications in multiple languages of systems software.  
• Provides sketches of field changes and discrepancies for engineering corrections and drawings.?  
• Communicates with customer upon arrival and before leaving the work site.? Ensures high levels of customer satisfaction.? Meets regularly with customer to become familiar with operating problems.? Keeps customer informed on the nature of service provided outstanding issues and recommends system enhancements, upgrades, and or repairs. ?Promotes the sale of add-on work.  
• Manages assigned work to meet professional execution, of time and customer satisfaction.? Reports problems or changes to management immediately.? Interfaces with branch manager, service manager, service project manager or subcontractors on projects to coordinate activities as required in an ethical and professional manner.  
• Adheres to all ACIS and customer safety standards. Provides safety awareness on work sites. 
• May provide training to customers on electronic control systems operations. Delivers manuals and documentation to the customer for training needs as required. Mentors and trains mechanical workforce on building automation systems. Provides support to the mechanical staff on non-complex, non-critical equipment.  
• Compiles job documentation, such as certificate of completion, customer training forms, training certificates and punch lists.  
• Conducts extensive self-study (reading, research and practice) to improve and maintain technical proficiency in company's product lines.? Completes certifications as required by the company. 

REQUIREMENTS

• Vocational School four-year program or an associate degree in electronics, mechanical systems, computer technology, air conditioning or similar field plus two years of industry experience or five years of experience in servicing electronic and/or mechanical systems in the HVAC industry.  
• Some flexibility to work overtime/weekends.  
• Proficient in reading wiring diagrams.  
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.  
• General understanding of IP networks.  
• Occasional travel may be required.  
• Must be familiar with Tridium.   
• Min. Yrs. Experience: 2 years of experience with Lonworks and/or BACnet Control Systems   
• Education: High School Diploma  
• Certificates/License Required: Valid driver´s license with clean driving history.  
•  Certificates Preferred: Niagara Tridium, familiar with Johnson, Distech and/or Trane Controls.  
• Vocational School four-year program or an associate degree in electronics, mechanical systems, computer technology, air conditioning or similar field plus three years of industry experience or five years' experience in servicing electronic and/or mechanical systems in the HVAC industry. 
• Generally required knowledge includes HVAC controls systems, facilities management systems, site preparation, peripheral equipment installation and servicing techniques. 
• Effective interpersonal skills to properly represent ACIS to customers and other outside contacts in an ethical and professional manner. 
• Ability to explain technical information to technical and non-technical people. Leadership skills to support the activities of Mechanics working on non-complex, non-critical Building Automation equipment on a job site. 
• PC experience required and the ability to program HVAC related software. 

WE OFFER

ACIS, Inc. offers comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, and disability insurance. We also offer 401K with company match programs, paid vacation and holidays, company vehicles, cell phones, and equipment. We believe in fostering an environment of growth and providing on-the-job training and certifications.

OUR VALUES

Honesty - Humility – Passion – Excellence – Teamwork – Growth

People are what make ACIS, INC. a great place to work! We recognize that diverse teams make the strongest teams, and we encourage people of all backgrounds to apply. 

Learn more: https://acisinc.com/