Controls Technician

Job Title:  Controls Technician
Operating Company: AIR Carolinas
Job Location:  Charlotte, NC
FLSA Status:  Non-Exempt
Pay Range: $25-40/hour

About : 

AIR Carolinas – A member of the AIR Control Concepts family.

AIR Carolinas is a leading manufacturers’ representative providing HVAC equipment, controls, service, and aftermarket solutions across North and South Carolina. Formerly Insight Partners, Hahn Mason, and Faulkner Haynes, we’ve united to deliver greater expertise, efficiency, and customer-focused solutions. 
AIR Carolinas is proud to be part of the AIR Control Concepts family, expanding our reach and strengthening our capabilities across the HVAC industry. This partnership allows us to provide even greater value to our customers by combining our trusted local expertise with the broad support, resources, and innovation of a larger organization. While our name and team remain the same, our commitment to quality service is now backed by an even stronger foundation. 

Check out our website: AIR Carolinas | HVAC Equipment, Parts, Service & Solutions Across NC & SC

Job Description:
Responsible for assembling and wiring custom control panels to meet the specifications of HVAC systems for both internal and external customers. This role requires precision in interpreting electrical schematics, selecting appropriate components, and ensuring panels are built to quality and safety standards. Collaborates closely with engineering and production teams to deliver reliable, high-performance control solutions.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability, and physical demands required.

• Arrange, wire, and assemble panels according to drawings and details from the application engineer.
• Test and validate each panel in a quality control process to verify the correct operation prior to packaging and shipping.
• Compile all components for the project in preparation for shipping, validating a packing slip for each box.
• Give feedback on how to improve the panel building process.
• Keep track of the inventory quantities and report weekly to the General Manager – Controls.
• Responsible for tracking the assembly components for builds and submitting for billing purposes to the Controls Project Manager and the Application Engineer.
• Attending weekly meeting to discuss panel assembly time frames and to prioritize projects to meet customer deadlines.
• Performs all other duties as assigned.

Competencies:

• Adaptability - Adapts to changing work environments, work priorities and organizational needs. Able to effectively deal with change and diverse people.
• Communication - Informs orally and in writing, with clarity and good effect. Understands clearly and quickly when instructions or orders are received. Judges what information is important and what is not, and what should be communicated, how, to whom and when.
• Job Knowledge - Includes awareness and possession or mastery of journey man level of special facts, practices, manual skills and techniques and decision-making methods.
• Active Listening - Gives full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.
• Curiosity - Innovative and always trying to figure out how things work. Exploring new technologies and developing their own is a central part of the job.
• Organization - Marshals resources (people, funding, material, support) effectively and efficiently. Can orchestrate multiple activities at once to accomplish a goal. Arranges information and files in a useful manner.
• Strategic Thinking - Refers to the ability to solve difficult problems with effective solutions. Ability to resolve common inquiries and complaints.

Experience and Requirements:

• Certificate, 2 or 4-year degree from an accredited trade school, college, or university required.
• 2+ years of HVAC Controls experience required
• Knowledge and certifications with Tridium/Niagara, CPT, Reliable, KMC, etc. a plus
• Configuration knowledge of AAON Controllers, etc. a plus
• Valid in-state Driver’s License and clean driving record required. Carrier requirements are 21 years of age with a minimum of 3 years driving experience. Extensive travel is required with regular overnight stays.
• Language Skills- Ability to read, analyze, and interpret sales/ticket orders and other documents in English. Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from customers, regulatory agencies, or members of the business community. Ability to interact clearly and effectively, in both written and oral communication, with managers, customers, co-workers, vendors, etc. Ability to interact clearly and effectively, in both written and oral communication, with supervisor, clients, staff, vendors, etc.
• Computer Skills- To perform this job successfully, an individual should be proficient in personal computer skills including electronic mail, record keeping, routine database activity, word processing, spreadsheet, etc. This role requires an intermediate level of knowledge of Microsoft Office.

Physical Demands/Work Environment:

• While performing the duties of this job, the individual must be able to remain in a stationary position for 25 percent of the time while operating their computer and performing office work. The individual needs to frequently move about inside tight and cramped spaces. They may operate a computer and other office productivity machinery, such as a calculator, copy machine, fax machine, and computer. They must be able to exchange accurate information with customers and others in the office while interacting. The employee must regularly lift and /or move up to 50 pounds, occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds. The individual must be capable of reviewing their work for errors and make adjustments as necessary.
• This position works in various settings, with much outdoor exposure during the day. The noise level in the work environment is usually low to moderate but can escalate to high while on a work site. This position requires extensive travel, up to 100 percent.
• To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

NOTE: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties as negotiated to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.

Benefits:
We offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Health & Wellness – Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance coverage to support your well-being.
• Financial Security – 401(k) retirement plan with company match and short/long-term disability coverage.
• Work-Life Balance – Paid time off (PTO), paid holidays, and an employee assistance program (EAP).
• Professional Development – Ongoing training opportunities and support for continuing education.
• Company Perks – Uniforms, vehicle and phone (as applicable), and a supportive team environment that values your expertise.
• Referral Bonus Program – Earn bonuses for referring qualified technicians who join our team.

The Company provides equal employment opportunity in accordance with applicable laws and prohibits discrimination and harassment. Employment decisions are based on business needs and qualifications.   
The Company complies with disability laws and provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals.