Controls Technician

MCI seeks a Building Automation System (BAS) Controls Technician to install, program, and service, digital control systems while maintaining quality, profitability, and customer satisfaction. The position is located at our headquarters in Charlotte NC and reports to the Systems Integration Group (SIG) manager within the Integrated Building Services (IBS) department.

Company Overview

As a full-service mechanical (HVAC) subcontractor since 1948, MCI is singularly focused on providing exceptional quality in the design, installation, and service maintenance of building systems to our customers. As an employer, MCI looks to provide our team members unique opportunities for challenge and individual growth through exciting projects, a safe working environment, and a comprehensive work-life balance. We aren't looking to hire just anyone; we look for great people with excitement for their careers to join our growing teams.

If you're interested in belonging to a 100% employee-owned organization that will help you grow and quickly progress in your career, consider MCI and apply today!

Essential Job DutiesBAS project installation and verification.

• Commission controls installation and verifies that control sequences meet specifications.
• Complete commissioning reports as proof of controls verification.
• Document installations for “as-built” control drawings.
• Organize and demonstrate required BAS project sequences to meet commissioning agents' requirements.
• Represent the company by serving as direct customer contact.
• Coordinate electrical and other sub-contractors to ensure proper project completion.

Implement controls sequences, programs, and graphics for new installations.

• Implement databases, programs, and graphics for new construction and retrofit projects.
• Confirm implementation meets project specifications.

Service and maintain customer sites.

• Provide technical support to customers.
• Identify, analyze, diagnose, and troubleshoot direct digital control systems at the customer's location.
• Perform preventative maintenance, site surveys, and replacement modifications as needed or requested by customers.
• Provide training and follow-up at the customer's site for operations personnel.
• Determine parts to order for repairs.
• Complete work orders and review with customers for accuracy.

Communications and support functions.

• Provide technical assistance to HVAC technicians on controls issues.
• Mentor junior technicians.
• Provide sales leads to Systems Integration Group Manager or appropriate salesperson.
• Provide training at customer's site for operations personnel.
  
• Maintain and review documentation to meet BAS project requirements.
• Review project paperwork with Controls Project Manager.
• Review projects with System Integration Group Manager.

Work habits, efficiency, and effectiveness.

• Manage workload by prioritizing, planning, and seeking assistance when needed.
• Work in a focused, results-oriented manner.
• Ensure accuracy and attention to detail as part of all normal work practices.
• Continually look for ways to improve, replace, or eliminate work processes and procedures to improve efficiency and effectiveness.
• Work in a cooperative and supportive fashion with all clients, internal and external, to foster positive perceptions of the service team.
• Show flexibility in dealing with changing work demands and priorities.

Minimum Requirements

Academic Credentials, Certifications, Licenses:

• BS Degree in engineering technology, or Diploma or certificate from a two-year community college, or technical school, or 5 years of experience in BAS controls systems.
• Educational background in electronics, computer programming, or mechanical technology.
• Valid driver's license.

Desired Skills and Experience:

• Knowledge of HVAC equipment and systems.
• Tridium N4 and AX programming.
• Distech Controls experience
• ASC and programming controller experience in at least one OEM product line.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Fully proficient and independent design skills.
• Customer-focused, results-oriented professional, and strong team player.
• Self-starter that demonstrates initiative.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and stay organized.

MCI Career Benefits

Because we ask for your best, we also look to provide the best back to you.

Our comprehensive benefits include options for the “now” and the “later.” MCI healthcare options include medical, dental, & vision insurance. Work/life benefits include a generous PTO plan based on years of service, Short- and Long-Term disability, and individual and partner lifeinsurance. Plan for your future with our 401k program (with an absurd company match if we do say so ourselves), and the unique opportunity to be a part of our Employee Stock Ownership Program (ESOP).

Employee ownership means that you don't just work at MCI, you own a piece of MCI. You contribute your ideas, effort, and teamwork to increase the company's performance and profitability, which then goes back to you as a shareholder. ESOP participants have 2.2 times as much in retirement plans and 20% more financial assets overall compared to non-ESOP companies.

We can't make you rich overnight, but if you make a commitment to MCI, our ESOP ensures that our success is your success.

Compensation

Non-exempt;
Pay: $28.00 - $38.00 per hour based on experience.