FIELD ENGINEER LEVEL I

Automatic Building Controls, Inc. / FIX Consulting, LLC has been a building automation contractor and systems integration consultant specializing in enterprise solutions, LEED (sustainability), Commissioning, and service since 1976. We consult and support our customers in the ever-changing world of building automation and controls. As an integration company, we represent and work with such companies as Distech, Tridium, and Siemens. This allows us to provide our customers with the best solutions for their applications and our employees the challenges of learning and working with the best-in-class technologies.
The Field Engineer Level I candidate will need good interactive skills and preferred experience with troubleshooting DDC systems. He/she should be proficient with technical tasks, act as the primary customer interface, prepare written service reports, manage services and small owner-direct projects, and prepare weekly timesheets. Responsible for performing the work on-site or remotely and must be team and detail-oriented, self-motivated, and hands-on. We challenge our employees to continually learn and progress at the same rate as the rapidly growing and changing information technologies industry.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• HVAC coursework, associate or technical degree required; bachelor’s in engineering preferred.
• Industry experience desired is 1-3 years in HVAC controls, but willing to train a strong, eager candidate without experience but one who demonstrates technical aptitude.
• Technical experience with BACnet, LonWorks, and Tridium integrations is a definite plus.
• Direct knowledge or experience with Distech is desired but not required.
• Prefer technical experience with PLC devices, programming, and integration.
• Basic computer networking proficiency is required, especially with LANs, Hubs, Routers, etc.
• Strong communication, presentation, training, and technical writing skills.
  What we offer: Our benefits package includes Health, Dental, Life, Long-term Disability, and Section 125. Relevant education is paid for in full, along with vacation and holiday pay, a company cell phone, and a laptop. We offer a car allowance. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. The salary range is $ 45,000- $55,000 +, depending upon professional experience and educational background.

• Repair or replace defective equipment parts using hand tools and power tools and reassemble equipment.
• Assist in the programming of DDC controls following a specific sequence of operations.
• Perform routine preventive maintenance to ensure that HVAC controls continue to run smoothly, building systems operate efficiently, and the physical condition of buildings does not deteriorate.
• Inspect drives, motors, controllers, and perform other maintenance actions, following checklists.
• Use tools ranging from common hand and power tools to precision measuring instruments and electrical and electronic testing devices.
• Diagnose mechanical problems and determine how to correct them, checking blueprints, repair manuals, and

parts catalogs as necessary.

• Inspect, operate, and test controls and equipment to diagnose system malfunctions.
• Record maintenance and repair work performed and the costs of the work.
• Prepare written service reports to be handed into the office and as a receipt for the customer.