Controls Technician HVAC-R
$31,200–$31,200 year
On-siteAltoona, Wisconsin, United States
Job Summary
Install, configure, and program Building Automation Systems, PLC controllers, and environmental controls while diagnosing pneumatic, electronic, and digital control systems. Calibrate temperature, pressure, and humidity settings, install electrical wiring and interlocks, and use software to monitor performance and manage BAS networking protocols. Review mechanical design plans to develop control sequences for new construction and remodels, then record progress in the computerized management system. Communicate project plans and results with internal teams and clients while collaborating with external contractors to ensure code compliance. Willing to travel 100% of the time and work a non-standard schedule including nights, weekends, holidays, and emergency on-call rotations. Requires associate's degree in HVAC/R, three years of experience, EPA Universal Certification, and a valid Class D driver's license.
Required Qualifications
- Associate's degree in HVAC/R, controls, or equivalent
- 3+ years in HVAC/R with specific experience in control systems
- EPA Universal Certification
- Valid class D driver's license and commercial insurability
- Strong problem-solving, mechanical, and analytical skills
- Proficient and safe use of trade tools, equipment, materials, and methods
- Ability to read and interpret complex manuals, control schematics, wiring diagrams, blueprints, and code, experience with pneumatic and digital systems
- Capable of designing, laying out, and developing material lists for repairs, maintenance, and installations
- Strong planning, organization, prioritization, and task management skills
- Ability to follow instructions and meet deadlines
- Performs effectively in fast paced, high stress environments
- Skilled in operating aerial lift equipment (scissor lifts, boom lifts)
- Strong computer skills for software troubleshooting and configuration
- Works effectively both independently and as part of a team
- Exhibits strong work habits: punctuality, accountability, thoroughness, and resourcefulness
- Willing and Able to travel to job sites 100% of the time
- Ability to work a non-standard schedule including emergency on-call, nights, weekends, and holidays
- Ability to read, write and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos
- Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers and other employees of the organization
- Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals
- Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form
- Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations
- Must be able to remain in a stationary position for 2–4 hours while traveling to and working on jobsites
- Must be able to lift, push, or carry up to 50 pounds and occasionally more than 75 pounds
- Must be able to wear required PPE for the full shift
Desired Qualifications
- Federal Medical Card to transport large commercial trailers
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