Building Automation System Technician (ON-SITE - Arlington, VA) - CONTINGENT

Who is Chinook?

Chinook Systems, Inc. is a leader in delivering lifecycle energy security solutions to mission critical government and commercial facility Owners. We specialize in the engineering, construction, commissioning, and operations of intelligent, cyber secure, code compliant, and energy efficient building systems. Our solutions save millions of dollars in utility costs, reduce harmful emissions to the environment, and mitigate cyber ‐ attacks on facilities. Chinook provides motivated employees with the opportunity to advance in a fast ‐ growing, innovative, entrepreneurial, and collaborative w ork environment.

THIS POSITION IS CONTINGENT UPON CONTRACT AWARD

The Work :

As a Building Automation System Technician , you will be responsible for executing and managing Chinook’s Implementation projects, ranging in size and complexity, with a focus on building automation systems and mechanical systems. In this role you will functionally report to a Program Manager or Business Team leader for project delivery functions and will assist in business development tasks such as generating fee proposals. This is a client facing role that requires significant client interaction and the coordination and management of both internal and external resources to deliver project expectations, deadlines, and financial expectations. You will direct field personnel, subcontractors, and other technical support staff as needed. Varying project functional areas of expertise may include BAS Design, Design-Build, Renovation, Retrofit, and modification of a building’s BAS, HVAC, SCADA, Electrical, and Energy Management Systems. Duties also include scheduling, document preparation, inspections and testing, report generation, problem resolution, quality assurance, and assisting in the development of sales opportunities.

This position is located ON-SITE with our customer in Arlington, VA.

Key Responsibilities :

• Deliver quality work via Commissioning / Emulation, Testing, and Simulation, as well as direct oversight and inspection of systems design, installation, and programming.
• Be the go-to person for on-site operation and maintenance of the BAS system for the client.
• Maintain and improve client relationships with all engineering disciplines and identify and develop new business opportunities.
• Ensure Building Automation systems are optimized and ready to meet the mission of controlling and monitoring all the points without alarms and overrides.
• Update programming on graphical displays and other computer based interfaces for control systems.
• Disseminate information both in writing and verbally, explaining technical information clearly to engineers, contractors, and facility / owner staff across all communication platforms.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

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Equal Employment Opportunity Statement :

Chinook Systems Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate against anyone because of their differences, such as age, disability, ethnicity, religion, national origin, gender, gender identity and expression, or sexual orientation.

Chinook is committed to providing veteran employment opportunities to our service men and women.