Building Controls Technician II/III - Data Center
$100,000–$100,000 year
On-siteAlexandria, Virginia, United States or Arlington, Virginia, United States
Job Summary
Install, program, commission, and troubleshoot building management systems (BMS) and electrical power monitoring systems (EPMS) within mission-critical data center environments. Service existing control systems, perform startup activities, and build low-voltage control panels while executing cable installation and termination. Execute point-to-point verification, software calibration, and documentation for project commissioning. Partner with subcontractors and customers to deliver reliable solutions, own work from initiation through completion, and maintain accurate records. Requires 40-50% travel and ability to work in hard-hat construction environments.
Required Qualifications
- Experience with Building Management Systems (BMS) in mission-critical or data center environments
- Experience commissioning, programming, and troubleshooting networked control systems, including wire sheet programming and control logic
- Working knowledge of mechanical and electrical systems commonly found in data center environment
- Ability to read and interpret: Network topologies
- Ability to read and interpret: Electrical one-line diagrams
- Ability to read and interpret: Device wiring drawings
- Ability to read and interpret: Control drawings
- Strong understanding of open protocols such as: BACnet IP
- Strong understanding of open protocols such as: BACnet MSTP
- Strong understanding of open protocols such as: Modbus TCP
- Strong understanding of open protocols such as: Modbus RTU
- Knowledge of low-voltage wiring and terminations including: RS-232
- Knowledge of low-voltage wiring and terminations including: RS-485
- Knowledge of low-voltage wiring and terminations including: CAT5/CAT6
- Understanding of electrical code requirements and controls applications involving 120V, 240V, and 480V systems
- Familiarity with CAD software and construction drawings
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications including Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Visio
- Ability to work in hard-hat construction environments
- Ability to climb stairs and ladders
- Ability to maneuver around piping, ductwork, and mechanical equipment
- Ability to work safely near exposed line-voltage and low-voltage systems
- Ability to perform field commissioning and troubleshooting activities for extended periods
- Approximately 40-50% travel throughout the year
- Ability to obtain and maintain customer-required site access credentials, security authorizations, and facility access approvals as required for assigned projects
- Ability to travel to customer and project sites as required
- Valid driver's license
- Acceptable driving record
Desired Qualifications
- Tridium Niagara experience
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