HVAC Controls/Building Automation Technician
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Job Description
HVAC Controls / Building Automation Technician
Location / Territory: Ames, Iowa / Central Iowa; home daily.
About the Company
Mechanical Comfort, Inc. is an established Central Iowa commercial mechanical contractor serving customers through HVAC/R, controls, sheet metal, plumbing, scientific-equipment and planned-maintenance capabilities. MCI emphasizes trained craftspeople, customer satisfaction and long-term technical development.
Role Summary
MCI is seeking a Building Automation / HVAC Controls Technician who understands both HVAC equipment and the controls systems operating it. The ideal candidate can contribute to installation, programming, commissioning and troubleshooting of BAS systems; candidates experienced with another controls platform can be considered if they have strong fundamentals and the ability to learn Siemens.
Key Responsibilities
- Install and terminate BAS controls wiring and field devices.
- Program and configure controllers and control sequences.
- Commission building-automation systems.
- Troubleshoot sensors, actuators, controllers and integrations.
- Diagnose both HVAC/mechanical and controls-related problems.
- Read mechanical drawings, schematics and controls documentation.
- Support panel and network setup.
- Verify system operation against intended sequences.
- Document programming and field changes accurately.
- Coordinate with HVAC service technicians, electricians and project teams.
- Communicate system findings clearly to customers.
- Continue technical development on MCI's Siemens platform.
Required Qualifications
- HVAC systems knowledge and strong mechanical fundamentals.
- Electrical troubleshooting ability.
- Computer aptitude and comfort working with software-based systems.
- Ability to interpret schematics, sequences and plans.
- Systematic troubleshooting mindset.
- Strong documentation and communication habits.
- Valid driver's license and acceptable driving eligibility.
Preferred Qualifications
- Existing BAS/building-controls experience.
- Siemens controls experience.
- Programming and commissioning experience.
- Experience with Johnson Controls or another major BAS platform.
- Networking/integration knowledge.
- Commercial HVAC service background.
Success Metrics
- Independently completes increasingly complex controls assignments.
- Programs and commissions systems accurately.
- Diagnoses controls problems without overlooking underlying HVAC issues.
- Produces clear, reliable documentation.
- Reduces dependence on the Service Manager for routine BAS work.
- Develops toward a lead-level controls resource.
Why Join
- Opportunity to work on and develop deeper expertise in Siemens Building Automation .
- Direct path toward higher-level controls responsibility.
- Company-paid technical training and continuing education.
- Take-home company vehicle plus company technology.
- PTO credit for applicable prior experience.
- Broad commercial mechanical environment rather than controls work in isolation.
- Established company with visible career-development opportunities.
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