HVAC Controls Technician

HVAC Control Systems Technician (BAS Technician)We are seeking an HVAC Control Systems Technician (BAS Technician) to join our federal team supporting the National Defense University location in Washington D.C.At Johnson Controls, we support our nation's most critical facilities, the people who occupy them, and the missions they enable. Johnson Controls Federal Systems (JCFS) is a specialized team serving as a trusted partner to the federal government. We help modernize U.S. military installations, Department of Defense and other federal agency facilities to be smarter, more resilient, efficient, sustainable, and secure. Pay range: $36.00 - $45.00 per hour. Negotiable based on experience.Shift: 7:30am – 3:30pm, Monday – Friday. Benefits: Eligible for benefits on first day of employment Vacation: 3 weeks of paid vacation, 5 sick days, 3 floating holidays, and 10 standard holidays per calendar year (6.5 weeks in total)As a Control Systems Operator/Technician, you will:Continuously monitors the Facility Control Systems, primarily using Siemens BAS system to ensure proper operation of all systems and equipmentMaintain and monitor the performance of the Facility Control Systems. This includes monitoring and managing equipment and system alarms utilizing graphical user interfaces and control system programsValidates equipment and system alarms, and creates work orders in the Computerized Maintenance Management SystemsPerforms preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, repair, installation, commissioning, point-to-point checkouts, and/or replacement of HVAC controls systems & equipment; most work will involve Siemens DDC controls with some Johnson Controls Metasys® building automation system and controlsTest and perform modifications to systems software when neededMay perform minor maintenance and service on HVAC equipment to include, but not limited to, filter changes, greasing, and other preventative maintenance dutiesOther duties as assignedRequired Qualifications:Operational experience working with Siemens Apogee, Siemens Desigo, Tridium Niagara, Metasys, or other comparable Building Automation Systems (BAS)Experience commissioning, troubleshooting or installing DDC systemsKnowledge and competency of HVAC principlesKnowledge and proficiency using a computerGood communication skills, both written and verbalSelf-starter with ability to work with minimum supervisionBasic knowledge of safety equipment, requirements for use, and HVAC systems safety procedures and protocolsThe ability to obtain and maintain required government security clearances and/or badges as required to perform site duties. (This involves a background/character, criminal history, employment, and credit check.)Preferred Qualifications:Knowledge and proficiency working with Siemens Building Automation Systems (BAS)Experience working with Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS) for creating work ordersHVAC mechanical maintenance and service experience.Programming and/or troubleshooting various brands of HVAC controls products is highly desired (Johnson Controls, Honeywell, Siemens, Delta, Distech, Carrier, ALC, Andover)Experience with BAS communication protocols including at least one of the following: BACnet MSTP, BACnet IP, N2, P1, Modbus, and/or LONBAS systems experiencePreferred Education:HVAC Technical School training and/or certificationsSiemens Apogee or Siemens Desigo certificationsJohnson Controls is an equal employment opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, protected veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a qualified individual with a disability, or any other characteristic protected by law. For more information, please view EEO is the Law. If you are an individual with a disability and you require an accommodation during the application process, please visit