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New Construction Technician - Building Automation Technology

Pritchett Controls

Beltsville, MD - Owings Mills, MD - New Market, MD - Salisbury, MD - Manassas, VA,

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New Construction Technician - Building Automation Technology

Pritchett Controls

Beltsville, MD - Owings Mills, MD - New Market, MD - Salisbury, MD - Manassas, VA,
 
Number Of Vacancies: 4
 

ABOUT THE POSITION

This full-time, field-based position requires the use of company provided tools, a laptop computer, and software to perform start-up and checkout of the Direct Digital Controls (DDC) Controllers and Building Automation Systems (BAS) at our contract customers’ commercial building sites, per company procedures and contractual requirements.  Controls Technicians, Installers, and mechanically inclined individuals are encouraged to apply – we will train! 

Office locations:  Beltsville, MD  •  Owings Mills, MD  •  New Market, MD  •   Salisbury, MD  •  Manassas, VA

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Onsite Controls startup, point to point checkout, troubleshooting end devices and DDC network bus, completing controller Checkout Sheets, and loading controller programs to test for system operational functionality.
  • Providing Project Manager with job status updates as directed, along with assisting with onsite coordination of the other trades/customers as directed.
  • Participating in the onsite formal controls commissioning process and providing documentation as the process dictates, including field as-built drawings.
  • Assisting with service work as assigned. 

QUALIFICATIONS

  • High school diploma or equivalent.
  • Preferred – 3+ yrs. experience servicing, start-up, and point-to point checkout of Commercial BAS Automatic Temperature Controls (willing to train Controls installers and inexperienced candidates).
  • Preferred – Comprehensive knowledge of controls applications and troubleshooting/editing DDC controls programs.
  • Strong understanding and experience with the mechanical and electrical systems of commercial buildings.
  • Strong knowledge and practical experience with a digital multi-meter (DMM) and controls calibration and testing tools.
  • Strong understanding and experience with the mechanical and electrical systems of commercial buildings.
  • Computer user experience (Word, Excel, Email, etc.).
  • Ability to read and interpret electrical and mechanical blueprints.
  • Self-motivated and capable of working independently and as member of a team.
  • Physically capable of climbing stairs and ladders.
  • Good written and verbal communication skills.
  • Valid driver’s license.

About Pritchett Controls

COMPANY BACKGROUND

A career with an employee-owned company such as Pritchett Controls is more than just a job; it is a pathway to a bright future.

Are you searching for a career with a company that offers challenging, diverse projects and opportunities? Are you looking for a position with a growing company which offers long-term professional advancement? Searching for a company that values a friendly work environment and that values YOU? Then look no further – join the Pritchett Controls team!

Pritchett Controls employs several of the area's most talented Controls Engineers, Controls Technicians, and other professionals.  We specialize in the design, installation, commissioning, and servicing of Building Automation Systems (BAS) for commercial buildings. Our graphical user interface (GUI) based systems control indoor air quality and comfort for building occupants, manage energy usage, and integrate to all building systems for a single point of control and monitoring. We serve the Commercial, Healthcare, and Government industries, including museums, commercial office buildings, hospitals, schools, and local and federal agencies.  

OUR MISSION

Our company mission is to provide each client with state-of-the-art technology solutions and a strong commitment to service, improving the quality of their building environment.

A simple plaque has adorned Jerry Pritchett’s wall from the day our business began which reads, “We sell Performance. Do what you say you’re going to do!” This message is the embodiment of how we wish for our clients to view us – as a respected and trustworthy partner that consistently delivers results.