Building Automation Controls Systems Specialist

1 week ago


Salt Lake, Utah, United States Harris Full time
About the Role

This position plays a crucial role in ensuring the efficient operation of building automation systems. As a key member of our team, you will be responsible for developing and implementing sequence testing, project graphics, and point-to-point verification to guarantee the optimal performance of our systems.

Key Responsibilities
  • Sequence Testing:
    • Inspect and test systems to verify compliance with plans and specifications or to detect and locate malfunctions.
    • Inspect systems to determine if they are operating properly.
    • Ensure the proper installation of components.
    • Review plans, specifications, and design to understand project scope.
  • Point to Point Verification:
    • Test components for proper functioning.
    • Diagnose, test, or analyze the performance of system components, assemblies, or systems.
    • Set up and operate standard or specialized testing equipment.
    • Ensure sensor location and functionality.
  • Project Graphics:
    • Create images for various wirings, designs, or system dashboards.
    • Present designs and reports to customers or design committees for approval and discuss need for modification.
    • Design images/maps of controlled systems within a building.
  • Repairs/Service:
    • Repair/Replace worn, damaged, or defective mechanical parts.
    • Discuss heating or cooling system malfunction with user to isolate problems or to verify that repairs correct malfunctions.
    • Recommend, develop, or perform preventive or general maintenance procedures, such as cleaning, tightening terminals, or vacuuming control panels.
    • Advise others on issues related to repairs, installation, or equipment design.
    • Troubleshoots and resolves malfunctions and makes recommendations that will improve efficiency or quality of operations.
  • Adjustments:
    • Adjust system controls to settings that meet Harris standards.
    • Adjust equipment or system controls to ensure optimal performance.
  • Documentation:
    • Record and report time, materials, faults, deficiencies, or other unusual occurrences on work orders.
    • Complete customer service and expense reports.
    • Document operational activities.
    • Compile job documentation, such as certificate of completion, customer training forms, training certificates and punch lists.
    • Provide sketches for changes in field design as directed.
  • Training:
    • Instruct individuals on how to properly and efficiently operate tools and equipment.
    • Help individuals understand how to effectively implement ideas.
    • Mentor other team members through the work day to assist with any needed tasks.
    • Suggest new ways of doing or thinking about tasks to improve efficiency and/or quality of work.
    Requirements
    • 3+ years experience in mechanical/electrical engineering or related field
    • Associates degree preferred
    • 3+ years of basic understanding of mechanical systems; what they do and how they operate
    • 3+ years of basic understanding of Heating Ventilation and Air Conditioning (HVAC) systems including the various components and processes
    • 3+ years of basic understanding of various design concepts
    • 3+ years of basic understanding of physical principles
    • 3+ years of basic understanding of computers, electronics, and electrical circuits and how they work together
    • 3+ years of basic understanding of engineering and technology including principles, techniques, procedures, and equipment
    • 3+ years of basic understanding of documentation and recording process
    • 3+ years of basic understanding of building and construction materials, tools, and processes
    About Harris

Harris is a leading mechanical contractor that offers a unique blend of stability, resources, and opportunities. As a member of our team, you will have the chance to work on a wide range of projects, from stadiums to manufacturing facilities, power plants to hospitals, and concert halls to classrooms.

We value our employees and offer a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, 401K with company match, vacation time, sick time, and paid holidays, paid parental leave, and a Short-Term Incentive Plan.

Visit our Careers Page for additional benefits details.



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