Energy Technician - Simpson & Simpson Management Consulting

Energy Management System (EMS) Senior Technician

Duties:

• Assist with HVAC Controls Design and Submittal reviews
• Assist in reviewing utility data and energy usage to identify schools for recommissioning and retro commissioning
• Assist in reviewing EMS and energy data, and alarms to identify no cost/low-cost energy conservation measures
• Assist in the review of EMS, energy data, and alarms to identify preventive maintenance measures
• Perform site visits to investigate as built conditions on identified projects
• Implement low-cost to no-cost solutions or alternatives to projects/repairs of EMS systems at existing school sites
• Troubleshoot and resolve basic HVAC mechanical, electrical, and controls problems
• Respond to basic warranty calls
• Calibrate systems requiring basic electronic test equipment
• Assist in managing In-House Commissioning Projects
• Performs other du es as assigned

Minimum Requirements

Required Experience:

• Minimum of three (3) years’ professional experience in building controls or a related field
• Understanding of computer networking principles, including configuration, maintenance, and troubleshooting
• Ability to wire, start up, and troubleshoot basic HVAC maintenance issues
• Fundamental understanding of HVAC operations within a facility.

Required Education

• Graduation from a recognized college or university with a bachelor’s or associate degree in engineering (mechanical, computer science, electrical, information technology)

OR

• Two-year technical degree in HVAC, Electronics-related studies with additional 2 years of experience to compensate for education on a year-for-year basis

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience working with multiple controls manufacturers including Automated Logic, Carrier, Delta, Distech, Schneider Electric, or Trane
• Proven ability to debug installation issues during both static and dynamic start-up phases
• Experience supporting installation personnel and other contractors on project sites
• Extensive experience in performing or assisting in performance of commissioning of EMS