Job Description

Position Type

The BAS System Specialist position is a full-time position.  Overtime may be required based on the project needs.

Responsibilities

The BAS System Specialist position is responsible for the complete set of operational aspects of the business. The following is a brief description of each of these aspects:

FIELD AND TECHNICAL – Responsible for project delivery per HDC Automation standards and quality control methods. Monitor project construction, attend project meetings, installation and wiring of control equipment, subcontractor supervision and support, control systems startup and commissioning, assist in mechanical systems startup, provide support for the test and balance contractor, maintain project documentation and records, perform customer training, and provide customer support.

PROJECT MANAGEMENT – Maintain project delivery schedule from all aspects: engineering, parts delivery, installation, subcontracts, change order management, startup, documentation, assist with project cost control, and closeout.

SERVICE – On-site troubleshooting of problems, repair or replacement of equipment, software revisions and modifications, software upgrades, and fulfillment of service contract requirements.

CUSTOMER SUPPORT – Maintain customer support whether remotely or on site.  Always provide assistance and maintain an open form of communication with our customers.  Think of yourself as a consultant and as a solution provider.

Technical Skills

The following is a brief summary of the required technical skills for this position.

1.      Knowledge and hands on expertise in industry standard electronic applications: 24V AC/DC circuits, 4-20 MA and 0-10VDC signals, and other various low voltage electronic applications.

2.      Experience with IT technology: IT network topologies, IT network components, and IP addressing.

3.      Knowledge and understanding of mechanical systems and HVAC equipment including central plants, VAV systems and unitary HVAC units.

4.      Proficient understanding of mechanical systems and HVAC equipment operation, the ability to interpret sequences of operation, and implement efficient and safe equipment operation methods.

5.      Experienced in performing installation, programming, startup & checkout, service, and support of DDC control systems.

6.      Skilled in utilizing and installing various DDC network topologies: BACnet, LonWorks and Modbus.

7.      Proficient in reading construction drawings and project specifications. The ability to interpret the design requirements of the mechanical, electrical and DDC control systems specified.

8.      Knowledge in computer systems networking architecture and functionality.

9.      Practical experience with troubleshooting issues with mechanical, electrical and control systems.

10.   Proficient in using a digital multimeter for troubleshooting and other required testing tools.

11.   Skilled in general-use software applications, such as: Microsoft Windows, Excel, Word, Adobe, etc.

12.   Extensive skills in integration and technical software applications, such as:

                           i.     Tridium Niagara

                         ii.     Honeywell WEBs applications

                        iii.     Third party equipment integrations via BACnet, LonWorks, Modbus, etc.

Personal Traits

The following are the company expectations of the BAS Systems Specialist:

·        Be responsible for project profitability and execution.  Adhere to the discipline in taking a proactive approach to rectify issues when they arise.  We will always strive to make it right for the customer, as that is a big part of our company culture.

·        Be willing to go the extra mile in troubleshooting customer issues and to effectively communicate to other team members if assistance is required.  We work as a team to be effective for our customers, everyone has to be accountable to properly communicate.

·        Treat customers with honesty, integrity and empathy.  We set a high bar and that is why our customers continue to do business with this organization.

·        Perform according to the HDC Automation quality standards.

·        Adopt the company philosophy:  We believe in an Open Business Model – open to input from customers, open to change, and open to providing more information.  We believe in being porous, transparent and not controlling. Our job is to simply empower our customers to do their job better.

·        Be committed to company growth as well as personal growth.  Always be open to new solutions, new products, and new technology.  Have the willingness and drive to share knowledge with other team members in the organization.

·        Know that your attitude is one thing that is under your total control.  Always manage challenges, change, failure, and success with a positive attitude.  Be willing to communicate any challenges to others in the organization, we are a team and take pride in helping to build each other up.

·        Must be able to work as a team member and lead by example.  Must have a strong work ethic, a responsible nature and a positive attitude.

·        In most cases the BAS systems specialist will be required to work independently and must have the drive and organizational skills to stay on task.  It is expected that each task required of the BAS systems specialist is being executed with minimal supervision.

Job Requirements

·        Associates Degree or equivalent work experience.

·        3 years or more of Tridium/Niagara experience preferred.

·        5 years of BAS/DDC controls field experience working through the different project functions including project management, subcontractor coordination, installation, checkout, system commissioning, and customer training on new construction or design build DDC controls projects.

·        Ability to read and interpret mechanical/electrical blueprints as well as technical drawings, work orders, equipment submittals and manuals.

·        Working knowledge of BACnet, LonWorks and Modbus protocols.

·        Experience with integrating third party equipment and systems.

·        Excellent communication and troubleshooting skills.

·        Proficient with using a PC/Laptop including Microsoft Windows, Excel, Word, Adobe Acrobat, and Google Workplace apps.

·        Ability to work independently with minimal instruction and supervision.

·        An online skills assessment test will be required prior to employment.

·        Clean driving record and able to pass a drug and background screening is required.

·        Frequent travel to local jobsites.  Some overnight travel may also be required, but minimal.

Physical Demands

The following are the company expectations of physical demands regarding the BAS Systems Specialist:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may also be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

·        While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, stand and walk.  

·        The employee is occasionally required to stoop, kneel, or crouch.

·        The employee is occasionally required to climb multiple flights of stairs.

·        The employee is often required to ascend/descend multiple heights of A-frame and extension ladders.

·        The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee will encounter while performing the essential functions of the BAS Systems Specialist:

Proper PPE will be provided to meet the specific project safety requirements.  Reasonable accommodations may also be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

·        This position requires working at construction sites, in mechanical/electrical equipment rooms or on a roof in possible extreme weather conditions.

·        While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be exposed to energized moving mechanical systems and heavy equipment.

·        The employee may be exposed to high, precarious places that will require a ladder or lift to safely reach.

Company Description

"HDC Automation was founded by Bassam (Sam) Haddad in 1999 as a Building Automation and Temperature Controls Company. Although we are truly brand –neutral, the primary product line has been Honeywell due to the product's unique claim to be an OPEN system. Over the past years, Sam has maintained the company growth at a controlled rate. Over the past two decades, the Building Automation Systems (BAS) industry has evolved into a technology business. Nowadays, building automation systems are at the core of smart buildings doing what these systems have always been designed to do: Control the building mechanical and electrical systems to maintain comfort, energy efficiency, high performance, sustainability, and safety; while providing monitoring, control and connectivity to the facility managers and maintenance personnel. In addition to these traditional functions, the BAS industry today is directly connected to real applications in the Internet of Things (IoT). The future of the BAS industry clearly points to the IoT world. Hence, the transition into the technology sector."