Controls Wiring Installation Technician

SUMMARY: We install controls management systems, which typically involves controlling the HVAC equipment in commercial buildings. We are responsible for running electrical conduit and pulling low voltage cables to various sensors used to monitor and control equipment such as boilers, chillers, air handlers, exhaust fans, lights, and more. We pull all wires to electronic controllers where a computer program will monitor and control equipment as needed. Must be able to perform work based on state and local codes

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. 

• Must have experience in installing all types of conduits
• Perform the installation of conduit, wire, cable, equipment, components, and devices associated with energy management systems. Install and mount electric/electronic control devices, panels, sensors, and components. Coordinates with or advises supervision about the requirements for material and supplies. Provides input and assists with the preparation of as-built drawings. Provides evaluation feedback to management regarding helpers/ apprentices
• Install Comm links
• Addressing VAV Boxes
• Follow verbal and written instructions, read and interpret blueprints, diagrams, and specifications used in installation activities
• Select proper size wire and conduit for wiring equipment
• Must have experience in wiring all types of HVAC equipment
• Learn basic HVAC controls
• Select the type of appropriate installation material such as supports/hangers                                                         
• Assists other team members with job duties as necessary
• Coordinate the installation activities with other trades at the work location to optimize installation time
• Supervise and lead others
• Travel to customer locations
• Flexibility to work weekends and/or evenings as necessary
• Travel and Overnight stay out of town is required

TEAMWORK:

• Demonstrate and promote a spirit of cooperation and teamwork throughout the Company
• Continually look for ways to improve our processes and ability to serve our customers effectively
• Improve personal performance continually

CUSTOMER SERVICE:

• Provide responsive, professional and diplomatic customer service
• Answer customer calls and correspondence quickly and pleasantly
• Communicate with customers in a friendly, professional, and patient manner
• Perform all duties with the goal of building and maintaining long-term customer relationships
• Immediately address any customer’s concern and requests the involvement of other Company personnel as required

SAFETY:

• Follow all company safety programs and report any non-compliance to your Team Leader
• Notify Team Leader or Safety Manager of any unsafe conditions
• Proper PPE equipment must be used at all times when necessary
• Report all accidents and injuries to your Team Leader and HR immediately

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:   Directly supervises field employees in the Controls Electrical Installation department.  Carry out supervisory responsibilities following the organization's policies and applicable laws.  Responsibilities include interviewing, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

QUALIFICATIONS:   To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:   High school diploma or general education degree (GED); 4+ years related experience and/or training. 

COMPUTER SKILLS:  Microsoft Word, Microsoft Outlook

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS:  Valid driver's license

LANGUAGE SKILLS: Can read and comprehend instructions, correspondence, and memos.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS:  Ability to perform basic math functions including addition and subtraction.

REASONING ABILITY:   Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions.  Has the ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations.

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

While performing the duties of this job, the associate is regularly required to stand, use hands to finger, handle, or feel, and talk or hear.  The associate frequently is required to walk; reach with hands and arms; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.  The associate is occasionally required to sit.  The associate must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds.  Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:  The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those associate encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

This position requires working outdoors, in mechanical/equipment rooms and possible extreme weather conditions.  While performing the duties of this job, the associate is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts and heavy equipment.  The associate is frequently exposed to wet and/or humid conditions; high, precarious places; fumes or airborne particles; outside weather conditions; risk of electrical shock (high voltage); and vibration.  The associate is occasionally exposed to toxic or caustic chemicals, extreme cold, and extreme heat.  The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.

EEO STATEMENT:

Brady strives to provide an environment free of discrimination as part of our mission to care for each other, our customers, and our community. We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

All aspects of employment including the decision to hire, promote, discipline, or discharge, will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS:                                                                                                        

• Ability to pass a drug screening

Ability to prove US employment eligibility