Utility Control Systems Field Representative (FSR)

Utility Control Systems Field Representative (FSR)

Under limited direction, the Army Metering Program (AMP) Field Service Representative (FSR) is responsible for optimization of a customer's energy program's metering and control systems and for training Energy Specialists on those systems. The FSR works with Facilities and Maintenance Directors to address mechanical and control issues for buildings.

Principal duties and responsibilities (essential functions) include:

• Provide customer support and work with the project engineers, other system engineers, and end-users to assist in developing cost-effective methods for an efficient Utility Controls design and system solution.
• Work with essential/key team members to understand their systems requirements to ensure the correct IP infrastructure, points list, critical alarms, and scaling set points are integrated as designed.
• Properly address TCP/IP networks and RS-485 communications across multiple protocols including BACnet, Lon, Modbus, and others.
• Follow QA procedures to ensure quality control performed by others is properly implemented throughout projects.
• Write detailed daily reports pertaining to jobsite milestones.
• Perform inspections and testing of Utility Control Systems to ensure proper functionality.
• Coordinate project work internally within the department and externally with other departments to ensure all projects are completed on time.
• Provide technical assistance with regard to daily operations, system upgrades, and preventative maintenance of Army AMP systems.
• Resolve operational and technical deficiencies.
• Monitor daily operations ensuring system performance and data requirements meet specifications.
• Identify, order, receive, and track parts.
• Update, refine, maintain, and deliver training material.
• May serve as a technical liaison between corporate departments, government customer, vendors, and others.
• May provide leadership to lower-level employees.

Required experience includes:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum of 8 years of related work experience.
• U.S. Citizenship required; must be able to obtain/maintain a DoD security clearance
• Knowledge/understanding of Utility Control Systems.
• Ability to clearly present and communicate technical approaches and findings.
• Ability to travel to CONUS and/or OCONUS customer sites.
• Strong written and oral communication skills, detail oriented, strong organizational skills.
• Proven ability to multi-task and prioritize responsibilities.
• Excellent attention to details and diligent adherence to deadlines and deliverables.
• Experience with MS Office, Excel, Word, Visio, and PowerPoint.
• Ability to troubleshoot and resolve onsite issues.
• Ability to act independently and to coordinate the work of other employees and contractors on a customer site.
• Understanding of electrical and mechanical schematic diagrams, control diagrams, prints, building operations, and electrical theory.
• Knowledge of ICS, SCADA, BMS, PLC, and Metering systems and how they operate.

Preferred qualifications include:

• Bachelor's degree or higher in a related field.
• Field service experience, preferably with the following programs/software: Metasys, Niagara, Rockwell Factory Talk, Tridium, Schneider Electric: Powerlogic/Struxureware, Siemens: Apogee, Ignition: Inductive Automation, Eaton Networks, Field Servers, Jace Controllers, Bacnet.
• Ability to integrate Sensors and peripheral devices.
• Ability to program Points and Tags in the HMI.
• Ability to update firm ware updates on devices.

Applicant selected will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. COLSA Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer, Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disabled. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin.

Minimum salary: $106,000.00

Maximum salary: $135,000.00

The salary range, if referenced, represents a good faith estimate. COLSA considers various factors when determining base salary offers, but not limited to, location, the role, function and associated responsibilities, a candidate's particular combination of education, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, as well as contract-specific affordability and organizational requirements.

COLSA offers a comprehensive and customizeable benefits program which includes Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, Accidental Death & Dismemberment, Supplemental Income Protection Programs, 401(k) with company match, Flexible Spending Accounts, Employee Assistance Program, Education & Certification Reimbursement, Employee Discount Program, Paid Time Off and Holidays.

This position will be posted for a minimum of 3 business days. If a candidate has not been selected at that time, it will continue to be posted until a suitable candidate is selected or the position is closed.