Controls Technician in New Orleans

Position Overview

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Key Responsibilities

• Familiarity with instruments and the ability to acquire data such as temperature, humidity, static pressure, voltage, amperage, air flow, etc.
• Understanding of control systems including wiring, thermostats, and end devices.
• Perform troubleshooting steps for both IP and Serial Communication Protocols.
• Effectively communicates verbally and in writing with customers and co-workers.
• Able to read wiring schematics and diagrams for all equipment.
• Effectively present training material to owners and contractors in a classroom environment.
• Documents service and installation activities by completing work orders, maintenance checklists, and daily time sheets.
• Maintains rapport with customers by addressing complaints and identifying solutions.
• Ensures a safe and clean working environment by complying with established policies, procedures, rules, and regulations.
• Possesses above average computer skills with the ability to learn proprietary software for equipment start-up, configuration, or troubleshooting.
• Independently manages daily business needs by identifying required parts for repairs and assessing urgency.
• Keeps current on products concerning installation, operation, maintenance, service, and repair of HVAC systems and components.
• Exhibits flexibility to work outside normal hours when required.

Required Qualifications

• Associate degree or equivalent from a Technical/Trade School with a certificate in Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning and two (2) years related experience; or five (5) years related experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Operating knowledge of Microsoft Office software and working proficiency with handheld devices (e.g., Smartphone, iPad).
• Valid Driver's License with no major traffic violations in the previous 5 years.

Benefits & Perks

• Salary: Pay commensurate with job experience.
• Paid vacation.
• 401K match program up to 4% of gross pay.
• Safe Harbor company contribution of 3% of annual salary.
• Company supplemented health insurance program.
• Employer paid life insurance.
• Short- and long-term disability coverage.
• Dental and Vision options available.