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. 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 total). Responsibilities Continuously monitor the Facility Control Systems, primarily using Siemens BAS system to ensure proper operation of all systems and equipment. Maintain and monitor the performance of the Facility Control Systems, including monitoring and managing equipment and system alarms via graphical user interfaces and control system programs. Validate equipment and system alarms, and create work orders in the Computerized Maintenance Management Systems. Perform preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, repair, installation, commissioning, point‑to‑point checkouts, and/or replacement of HVAC controls systems & equipment; most work involves Siemens DDC controls with some Johnson Controls Metasys building automation system and controls. Test and perform modifications to systems software when needed. Perform minor maintenance and service on HVAC equipment, including filter changes, greasing, and other preventive maintenance duties. Other duties as assigned. Required Qualifications Operational experience working with Siemens Apogee, Siemens Desigo, Tridium Niagara, Metasys, or other comparable Building Automation Systems. Experience commissioning, troubleshooting, or installing DDC systems. Knowledge and competence of HVAC principles. Knowledge and proficiency using a computer. Good written and verbal communication skills. Self‑starter with ability to work with minimum supervision. Basic knowledge of safety equipment, requirements for use, and HVAC systems safety procedures and protocols. Ability to obtain and maintain required government security clearances and/or badges as required for site duties. Preferred Qualifications Knowledge and proficiency with Siemens Building Automation Systems. Experience with Computerized Maintenance Management Systems for creating work orders. HVAC mechanical maintenance and service experience. Programming and/or troubleshooting various brands of HVAC controls products (Johnson Controls, Honeywell, Siemens, Delta, Distech, Carrier, ALC, Andover). Experience with BAS communication protocols, including BACnet MSTP, BACnet IP, N2, P1, Modbus, and/or LON. BAS systems experience. Preferred Education HVAC Technical School training and/or certifications. Siemens Apogee or Siemens Desigo certifications. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement Johnson 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 #J-18808-Ljbffr