Controls Apprentice

Job Title

This is an entry-level, full time, hourly position involving install components for building automation systems.

Job Description

Seeking a diligent and self-driven worker with attention to detail. Needs to be teachable with a prosperity to learn and open to constructive criticism.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

Install HVAC and building automation controls on new construction, remodeled, and service locations. Install communication and control wire possibly in obscure locations which may include above ceiling grid, through interior and exterior walls, in tight crawl spaces, or in high places. Install control devices in sometimes hard to reach locations. Install controllers and terminate wires for sensors and actuators using a wiring diagram. Read and interpret construction plans, drawings, and wiring diagrams.

Required Education/Experience

Minimum of one-year technical certificate in HVAC or equivalent from an accredited institution or 2 years of experience in an HVAC related field, preferred. Competencies: Possess an aptitude for electrical wiring and reading and interpreting wiring diagrams. Possess aptitude to read and interpret plans and specifications for a project. Able to bend conduit to fit an application. Able to climb ladders and work at moderate heights (mostly between 20 and 30 feet). Must be capable of lifting equipment up to 75 pounds for a distance. Willing to work after hours and weekends when necessary. Ability to use a multi-meter. Possess desire and aptitude to eventually lead a crew. Possess basic set of tools (screwdriver, drill, etc.). Must have a valid driver's license and able to drive a company vehicle when necessary (must be 21 years of age or older). Must pass a drug screening test.

Physical Demands

Must be physically able to operate a variety of machinery and equipment including electronic and diagnostic tools, recovery equipment, and various other plumbing equipment. Must be able to use body members to work, move or carry objects or materials. This position requires: stooping, kneeling, crouching, climbing, crawling, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, grasping, feeling, seeing, talking, hearing, and repetitive motions. Must be able to exert up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently. Physical demand requirements are at levels of those of medium work.

Work Environment

This job operates primarily alone and travels to different work sites each day. May work in tight spaces, typically indoors, but may work outside in poor weather conditions. Vehicles are used as the base of operations.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Employee understands the above job description and agrees to comply with and be subject to its conditions. Employee further agrees this job description does not alter his/her at-will employment status. Employee understands that the Company reserves the right to delegate, remove, expand, or change any and all responsibilities. Employee acknowledges that he/she can fulfill the above duties with or without reasonable accommodation.

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