System Specialist I (BAS)

about Climatec

For over 40 years, Climatec has steadily invested in their people, technology, and services to be a trusted business partner for building solutions. As part of the Bosch Building Technologies Integrator Business in North America, Climatec is one of the leading providers of building technologies and energy solutions in the nation – delivering results for thousands of customers, every day. Climatec’s strategic business partners include the world’s leading suppliers of building automation, security, life safety, and energy efficiency technologies.

about Bosch

The Bosch Group is a privately held supplier of innovative technology and services with over 400,000 associates worldwide. Its unique private ownership structure was established to promote entrepreneurial freedom and long-term business focus. Bosch’s operations serve millions of customers across four business sectors :  Mobility Solutions, Industrial Technology, Consumer Goods, and Energy and Building Technology.

Level Descriptions :

Level I –  Must be able to achieve many objectives of this position. Requires some amount of timely supervision to ensure the proper tasks are being accomplished and that communication is adequate, timely, in the correct manner (i.e. verbal, written, email, etc.). Individual had a good understanding of at least one type of system within this division as well as holds a low-level industry certification.

Level II -  Consistently achieves all the objectives of this position. This individual also provides mentoring and direct day-to-day supervision to level I positions. Has an ability to work on multiple Special Systems deliverables and has obtained mid-level industry certification.

Senior -  Highly experienced in the position. Advanced awareness of the technical needs of system programming. Individual has a deep understanding of the many systems installed and maintained within the division. The individual usually has a high level certification and is active in the industry. Provides mentoring and direct supervision when required on projects.

Job Duties & Responsibilities :

• Provide building automation controls database, graphics, programming, etc. for sequences as provided by the Design Specialist, project specifications, or other applicable sources. (Distech, Alerton, Tridium, experience preferred)
• Travel to allocated job sites, in-person, to complete start-up, commissioning and assistance to onsite personnel to properly complete the assigned task(s).
• Provide accurate controls of systems start-up and commissioning including point-to-point checkout on projects as assigned.  Verify correct alarm, annunciation, and other actions by equipment, devices, panels, and annunciators of Controls projects.
• Support installation personnel on project sites.
• Provide hands-on support for other contractors on a physical, in-person project site.
• Debug installation issues during both the static and dynamic start up and commissioning of building controls.
• Provide support to Climatec and other contractors to solve building operating issues that go beyond the controls or special systems operation.
• Provide input to others as requested or required to assist in the accurate estimation, design, installation, start up, commissioning, and training for building systems.
• Provide start up documentation including daily logs, check out logs, commissioning documents, etc. as required for assigned projects.
• Provide service support on existing systems ensuring their proper and efficient operation as well as providing ongoing support to the facility’s building engineers.
• Complete time sheets, service work orders, and other paperwork required for this position in an accurate and timely manner.
• Assist in preparing of as-built drawings and Operation & Maintenance Manuals.
• Assist in turnover of projects from Operations Team to Service Team.
• Assist Sales team during estimating phase including potential product or system demonstrations.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills & Qualifications :

Minimum Qualifications :

Minimum of a high school diploma, GED or equivalent.

2 years of experience in HVAC building automation controls required.

2 years of mechanical aptitude working in or with HVAC Controls, Building Automation Controls (Distech, Alerton, Tridium), or HVAC Programming.

Experience with HVAC programming and controls database management.

Ability to troubleshoot basic electric and electronic circuitry, including reading and interpreting electrical and electronic diagrams.

Clear and concise verbal and written communication skills.

Understanding of AC power circuitry including breakers and multi-phase power (120VAC and greater).

Proficiency with electronic testing equipment such as volt meters, amp meters, and oscilloscopes.

Preferred Qualifications :

2-year technical degree in HVAC or Electronics-related studies preferred.

3+ years’ experience with Distech, Alerton, or Tridium controls systems.

3+ years’ experience working with building automation programming and controls database management.

An advanced understanding of providing service support to existing installations, ensuring compliance with building occupancy codes and ongoing efficient operation.

An advanced ability to troubleshoot basic electric and electronic circuitry, including interpreting electrical and electronic diagrams.

Essential Job Functions :

Be able to lift and carry ladders, fire extinguishers, drawings, personal computers, material, etc.

Be able to lift up to 75lbs.

Be able to spend significant time standing and walking.

Be able to climb several flights of stairs or ladders throughout a typical day on a construction site.

Maintain a satisfactory driving record which, per Climatec’s vehicle policy, allows the individual to drive a company vehicle.

Be physically able to kneel, stoop and crawl.

Employee Benefits :

Medical

Dental

Vision

Flexible Spending Accounts

401K w / company match

Life / AD&D / LTD

Paid Vacation / Sick / Holidays

Employee Assistance Program

Pet Insurance

Additional Information :

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

This company considers candidates regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship status, ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability unrelated to ability, marital status, family responsibilities, pregnancy, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender identity, transgender, sex stereotyping, order of protection status, protected veteran or military status, or an unfavorable discharge from military service, and other categories protected by federal, state or local law.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability / veterans.

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Reasonable Accommodations

If you require a reasonable accommodation in completing a job application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, you can reach out to our HR team for support at 602-944-3330 or email talentacquisitionteam@climatec.com. Please note our HR representatives do not have visibility of application or interview status.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this job

Indefinite U.S. work authorized individuals only. Future sponsorship for work authorization unavailable.

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