The Building People
Senior Building Controls Technician
The Building People, Washington, District of Columbia, us, 20022
Senior Building Controls Technician
The Senior Building Controls Technician will provide services related to the expansion, upgrade or replacement of building automation hardware and software for smart building infrastructure. The position will work independently to meet project requirements with limited supervision. The programmer will be responsible for programming, configuring, and testing of Direct Digital Control (DDC) building automation and control systems. The senior control technician will be assigned to the Leesburg headquarters building but the primary work responsibility will involve working within buildings in Washington D.C. and its neighboring suburbs.
Responsibilities
Design and engineer control system hardware and software programming based on project plans, specifications, and other contract documents
Ability to program projects with various levels of complexity
Capable of performing network troubleshooting, database troubleshooting and repair programming
Collaborates with the engineering team on the system configuration, network and software requirements, graphics, programming, and sequences of operations
Develop and configure the sequence of operations, programming, graphics, database, network, and integrations into third party systems
Maintains accurate and thorough project documentation and redlines
Provides owner training as required by the project
Executes system commissioning and functional testing
Assist in installation of control hardware
Startup and commission new hardware installations
Provide project management assistance on projects as required, interfacing directly to customers
Supervise sub-contractors and suppliers as needed
Help educate lower-level technicians through on the job training as needed
Required Skills
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite or related software
Programming skills
Strong analytical skillsStrong interactive and communication skills
Strong troubleshooting skills
Experience with electronics and basic electrical circuits
Thorough understanding of and ability to use appropriate tools
Excellent customer service and ability to work well with others
Knowledge of DDC Control Theory and Applications as related to HVAC equipment
Strong knowledge of common DDC communications protocols such as but not limited to BACnet, LON, Modbus, etc.
Required Experience/Education
At least 3 years of experience with programming, startup and commissioning of control systems
Niagara N4 certification
Experience with multiple manufacturers of controls a plus
Technical knowledge with installation of controls equipment and ancillary devices
Physical Requirements
Physically able to climb overhead or crawl under spaces to complete jobs
Must be willing to work at heights
Must be able to lift up to 35 pounds at times
Our positions may require a background screening and clearance directly from the Government
Please note that telework arrangements are subject to change based on customer requirements
Benefits
Medical & Rx
Dental
Vision
Flexible Spending Accounts
401(k) Retirement Plan
Life Insurance/AD&D
Long Term Disability and Short-Term Disability
Paid Time Off
Holiday Pay
All positions require a background check after acceptance of our offer. The selected candidate will be eligible to begin employment before the background check has been finalized. However, continued employment will be contingent upon the results of your reference/background check from The Building People, LLC. Your position may require special credentialing, clearance, and access as a condition of employment. In the event the government or client does not sponsor or approve your clearance, it may result in termination of your employment.
If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us by email at reasonableaccomodation@thebuildingpeople.com and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Requests for accommodation will be considered on a case‑by‑case basis. Please note that only inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this e‑mail address.
For more information, view the EEO is the Law Poster and Pay Transparency Statement.
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Responsibilities
Design and engineer control system hardware and software programming based on project plans, specifications, and other contract documents
Ability to program projects with various levels of complexity
Capable of performing network troubleshooting, database troubleshooting and repair programming
Collaborates with the engineering team on the system configuration, network and software requirements, graphics, programming, and sequences of operations
Develop and configure the sequence of operations, programming, graphics, database, network, and integrations into third party systems
Maintains accurate and thorough project documentation and redlines
Provides owner training as required by the project
Executes system commissioning and functional testing
Assist in installation of control hardware
Startup and commission new hardware installations
Provide project management assistance on projects as required, interfacing directly to customers
Supervise sub-contractors and suppliers as needed
Help educate lower-level technicians through on the job training as needed
Required Skills
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite or related software
Programming skills
Strong analytical skillsStrong interactive and communication skills
Strong troubleshooting skills
Experience with electronics and basic electrical circuits
Thorough understanding of and ability to use appropriate tools
Excellent customer service and ability to work well with others
Knowledge of DDC Control Theory and Applications as related to HVAC equipment
Strong knowledge of common DDC communications protocols such as but not limited to BACnet, LON, Modbus, etc.
Required Experience/Education
At least 3 years of experience with programming, startup and commissioning of control systems
Niagara N4 certification
Experience with multiple manufacturers of controls a plus
Technical knowledge with installation of controls equipment and ancillary devices
Physical Requirements
Physically able to climb overhead or crawl under spaces to complete jobs
Must be willing to work at heights
Must be able to lift up to 35 pounds at times
Our positions may require a background screening and clearance directly from the Government
Please note that telework arrangements are subject to change based on customer requirements
Benefits
Medical & Rx
Dental
Vision
Flexible Spending Accounts
401(k) Retirement Plan
Life Insurance/AD&D
Long Term Disability and Short-Term Disability
Paid Time Off
Holiday Pay
All positions require a background check after acceptance of our offer. The selected candidate will be eligible to begin employment before the background check has been finalized. However, continued employment will be contingent upon the results of your reference/background check from The Building People, LLC. Your position may require special credentialing, clearance, and access as a condition of employment. In the event the government or client does not sponsor or approve your clearance, it may result in termination of your employment.
If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us by email at reasonableaccomodation@thebuildingpeople.com and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Requests for accommodation will be considered on a case‑by‑case basis. Please note that only inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this e‑mail address.
For more information, view the EEO is the Law Poster and Pay Transparency Statement.
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