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Air Systems, Inc.

Building Automation Systems Service Technician

Air Systems, Inc., San Jose, CA, United States


Job Title: Building Automation Systems Technician

Department: Engineering/ Service

Pay:$35.00 to $55.00 hourly

Location: San Jose, CA

About Us: Air Systems Inc. is a wholly owned subsidiary of EMCOR Group, Inc. EMCOR is the world's leading provider of mechanical and electrical construction and facilities services, including planning, consulting, and operations and maintenance. Air Systems Inc. is a TOTAL FACILITIES SOLUTION for HVAC, Architectural Sheet Metal, Preventive Maintenance & Service, Electrical, High Purity Process Piping, Plumbing, Building Automation Systems and Energy Solutions.

Job Summary: Air Systems Inc. is looking for a BAS Technician to join our team. This is a full-time union job. This position will be responsible for servicing and repairing DCC HVAC Systems.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include:

  • Perform thorough review of the project documentation wholistically (as a whole) including plans and specifications, schedule, existing control drawings, RFIs, equipment submittals, control diagrams, sequence of operations, etc. for comprehensive understanding of the project
  • Interpret project documents, estimate, and other information as available to select the proper equipment to achieve the scope of work required in the most economical and functional manner
  • Design controls or special systems projects (network architecture, system diagram, wiring diagram, Bill of Material (BOM), and sequence of operation) to meet scope of work and budget as defined by contract documents and sales estimate ensuring equipment compatibility
  • Perform drafting work in MS Visio or AutoCAD as required to complete submittals, control drawings updates, Operations & Maintenance (O&M) manual, and other engineered drawings accurately and professionally
  • Provide comprehensive design summary list (TCP & TCP location list, 120VAC power requirement & location list, IP address requirement & location list, list of systems, hardware & software points list, list of trends and alarms) to the project team
  • Maintain project control drawing construction document revision control from initiation to close out phase of the project, including uploading them into PlanGrid
  • Generate Request for Information (RFIs) to clarify design issues and recommend appropriate solutions as necessary. Identifies and resolves potential project issues
  • Provide and complete project documentation including RFI, submittals, tracking logs, MOP, meeting minutes, and important document filing in job folder as necessary
  • Coordinate internally and externally as required such as consulting engineers, building owners, and other contractors to ensure engineering is accurate and timely
  • Provide support to the project team as well other contractors in engineering areas including the interpretation of project documents, estimate, equipment selection, submittal organization, etc.
  • Attend meetings including internal and meetings with customer and other trades, etc. as required for assigned projects
  • Complete time sheets, time and materials work orders, and other paperwork required for this position in an accurate and timely manner
  • Provide accurate resource allocation requirement and feedback to the operation team for any hiring and/or team reduction need
  • Provide assigned employees clear and concise expectation and key performance indicator
  • Provide direct supervision technically and developmentally for assigned employees. This includes HR functions, technical training and mentoring, and day to day support to achieve better than estimated productivity on assigned projects
  • Review assigned employees’ work completion for scope, deadline, hours, quality, and overall customer satisfaction. Provide assigned employees frequent and honest feedback through company one-on-one platform
  • Train, mentor, and develop assigned employee’s technical, problem solving, interpersonal, organizational, communication, and customer relations skills
  • Assist in assigned employees project assignment, progress update, and issues (technical, conflict, and personnel) resolutions
  • Assist Sales team during estimation/bid phase of the project by providing design support
  • Recommend technical solutions and suggest new products that provide better functionality and value to the project, sales, and operations
  • Coordinate with other team leader to develop and maintain standards, procedures, and libraries that can be shared and used among the group
  • Responsibilities and other duties may be assigned.

Qualifications/Skills and Knowledge Requirements:

  • 5+ Years Controls and or HVAC Experience
  • Ability to handle and prioritize multiple tasks, may need to multitask
  • Extensive knowledge of ALC Controls programming, graphics, database management and troubleshooting
  • Clean Driving Record Required
  • Excellent Interpersonal skills
  • Flexible, able to pivot to get tasks complete or addressed
  • Strong knowledge of MS Office Suite including Visio, MS Windows, AutoCAD, Bluebeam, PlanGrid, Internet of Things, file structure, basic TCP/IP network structure
  • Strong knowledge of DDC, HVAC systems/operations and electric/electronic circuitry including reading and interpreting construction blue prints, electrical and electronic diagram/schematics, and sequence of operations
  • The ability to troubleshoot basic electric and electronic circuitry including reading and interpreting electrical and electronic diagrams
  • Experience with mechanical, electrical, and/or DDC systems design and development
  • A working understanding of California Title 24, system integration for multitude of building systems, and AC power circuitry including breakers, multi-phase power, etc. (120VAC and greater)
  • Clear and concise ability to communicate verbally and in writing
  • Excellent leadership, teamwork, problem solving, interpersonal, organization, and customer relations skills. Detail orientation is required
  • Ability to understand empathetically the issues and perceptions others have and to creatively and successfully work through these issues to achieve a successful outcome and customer and employee satisfaction
  • Ability to handle and prioritize multiple tasks and work in a fast-paced environment
  • Be able to lift and carry ladders, drawings, personal computers, material, etc
  • Be able to spend significant time standing and walking, climb several flights of stairs or ladders, kneel, stoop, and/or crawl throughout a typical day on a construction site
  • Knowledge of some programming or ALC WebCtrl system is preferred
  • Creative use of skills and resources to get the job done and have a strong awareness of Air Systems culture and the culture of the industry in which we work

Benefits: Air Systems, Inc. is and EMCOR company and offers a full benefit package including:

  • Medical, dental, vision, and prescription
  • 401k with company match
  • Paid holidays
  • Educational assistance
  • Salary based on experience and qualifications.
  • Compensation of $35.00 to $55.00 hourly

Air Systems, Inc. Standards of Success

  • Attitude of Safety First
  • Work Ethic of loyalty, integrity, pride, perseverance, accountability, respect and teamwork
  • Strong ambition to succeed
  • Adheres to company policies and procedures
  • Represents company in a positive and professional manner
  • Available to work for extended hours in order to meet deadlines
  • Handles oneself with professionalism during stressful situations
  • Maintains positive attitude and morale
  • Interacts effectively with all members of the organization and all outside associates
  • Completes responsibilities diligently
  • Thinks strategically and takes into account long-term implications of one’s actions
  • Works independently, exercises discretion, applies common sense and makes competent decisions.
  • Complies with designated work schedule
  • Uses company resources wisely
  • Constantly analyzes for ways to improve individual and/or company performance.

California is an “At Will” state. Employment with Air Systems an EMCOR Company is not for a specific term and it can be terminated by either the employee or Air Systems an EMCOR Company, with or without cause, and with or without notice at any time.

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As a leading provider of mechanical and electrical construction, facilities services, and energy infrastructure, we offer employees a competitive salary and benefits package and we are always looking for individuals with the talent and skills required to contribute to our continued growth and success. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled.

Compensation Range: $35.00 to $55.00 hourly

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