Controls Technician - DC Colo - Sumner, WA 
This opportunity is working directly with a mission-critical data center Colo provider. This firm provides data center solutions custom-fit to the requirements of their client's mission-critical operational facilities. They provide reliability of mission-critical facilities for many of the world's largest organizations facilities supporting Enterprise Clients. This opportunity provides a career-growth minded role with exciting projects with leading-edge technology and innovation as well as competitive salaries and benefits.

A fully competent Data Center Onsite Controls Technician - Applies an intensive and diversified knowledge of complete Controls and Building automation systems platforms such as EPMS (Electrical and Power Monitoring Systems), BAS Systems (Building Automation Systems), or BMS System (Building Monitor Systems) in a data center environment - testing and operations. Responsible for programming, integration, implementation commissioning, maintaining and providing emergency support on critical controls systems onsite.

They will troubleshoot, install, and make upgrades to existing automation systems for power and cooling systems in a live, mission-critical environment. They will assist in complete startup, commissioning, and validation procedures of these systems. They will collaborate with the Electrical and Mechanical Engineering / Design teams, Software Development teams, Project Managers, Construction Contractors, Equipment Vendors, Field Techs and other Site Operations teams to ensure the reliability, proper operations, acceptance of new and modified installations, automations and software solutions. Applies an intensive and diversified knowledge of complete BMS, BAS, EPMS - coding, testing and operations.

Responsibilities:

• Conduct critical facilities Operations and Maintenance (O&M) program analysis and reporting
• Work with all vendors to ensure compliance with company guidelines and policies
• Oversee all change management and controls system upgrades while maintaining 100% uptime on all existing equipment
• Coordinate with Design/Construction Teams
• Review commissioning process for new construction and retrofits as it pertains to control processes and SOPS
• Assess, recommend and implement industry best practices into new and existing Critical Environment Programs.
• Take ownership of all QC / Quality Control of hardware installs
• Provide feedback to senior management for the continuous improvement of the Critical Environments program
• Repair and Troubleshoot controls systems and hardware (relays, controllers, etc)
• Develop process documentation and training materials
• Direct and monitor subcontractors (onsite and offsite) including scheduling, resource management and coordination of construction and start-up services as needed. Construction trades generally include various electrical, mechanical and equipment suppliers
• Install and wire BAS controllers and field devices including low voltage cable terminations
• Installation Coordination of BAS / HVAC Controls Systems
• Plan site activities for your team including organize job site materials, logistics, inventory, tools storage and security / access
• Lead installation teams on daily and weekly meetings
• Support the development and execution of additional services through change orders
• Cutover panels and systems in retrofit projects
• Develop and Implement Methods of Procedure (MOPs) for site activities
• Provide input to project team on developing RFIs, estimating and takeoffs for proposals
• Performs commissioning focused design reviews, prepares commissioning test procedures and reports, coordinates and oversees on-site testing, Startup, Commissioning and Closeout of BAS / HVAC Controls Systems
• Assist software lead with pre-functional and functional testing
• Execute troubleshooting of BAS systems including corrective actions
• Participate in commissioning efforts with external stakeholders
• Analyze system operation, work with project team to demonstrate system operation and verify consistency with the contracted scope of work
• Perform QA / QC of BAS and integrated systems using BAS software tools
• Provide installation inspections and other closeout duties to ensure customer acceptance
• Provide markups for shop drawings to document as-built conditions
• Communicate regularly with subcontractors, project managers, clients and commissioning agents on project progress
• Document and track issues and out of scope efforts
• Autonomous in day-to-day work with being given high level instruction on projects or assignments
• Discuss with technical support problems related to maintenance or operation of equipment
• Attend project bid walks, engineering surveys, BAS audits, etc.
• QA/QC peer reviews for projects which candidate is not the engineer
• Optimize workflow and deliverables by developing templates, standards, automations, etc.
• Communicate regularly with internal and external stakeholders, subcontractors, project managers, AEs and commissioning agents on project progress
• Assist / Develop all project communication and reporting, weekly progress reports, etc.

Requirements:

• Critical Facilities / Data Center experience a huge plus!
• Experience with: Honeywell, StruxWare, or Allerton highly preferred! 
• Distech Controls and Tridium Niagara BAS Platforms a plus
• Preferably 3-8+ years experience with BMS /BAS Controls
• Previous experience working on Controls Products from companies such as: Johnson Controls / JCI ; Siemens ; Automated Logic ; Honeywell ; GE Control Systems ; Schneider Electric ; Rockwell Automation
• PLC / ALC Experience
• Experience with critical HVAC equipment (Chillers, Air Handlers, CRAC / CRAH units, Boilers, etc.)
• Requires knowledge of equipment manufacturer’s specifications
• Ability to interpret AE construction drawings, BAS shop drawings, manufacturers wiring diagrams, one-lines, blueprints, CAD Drawings, Control Diagrams, standards documentation, submittals and product data sheets
• Ability to follow company and site safety requirements
• Must be able to complete Field Service Reports and Assignments accurately and within a timely manner
• Analyze and prepare documents, reports and correspondence
• Candidate must be willing to work nights & weekends when necessary
• MS Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, Teams)
• Previous experience in the Military / Military veterans in all branches that have experience with Electrical / Mechanical is a huge plus (Navy nukes- EMN, ETN, MMNs, Seabees, Army - Power Generation, Air Force – Power Production, Generator Techs, Maritime, Coast Guard, etc.)
• Requires excellent verbal, written communication skills & customer relation skills
• Ability to work independently and resourceful with good initiatives
• Ability to successfully work independently; Self Starter and should prioritize well
• Proactive, resourceful, delegator and a multitasker
• Exceptional organizational skills with an attention to detail

Submittal Instructions:
Please apply directly by clicking the link below, alternatively you can forward your resume directly to: m7b8tjomygps88n3rq81dgx4ze@crelate.net

After applying, if you have further questions, you may call 973-895-5200 and ask for Iggy. You can also submit via our career portal and take a look at other Critical Facility openings we are working on at, https://www.pkaza.com/jobs/

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Company offers competitive salaries and benefits package including medical insurance, a 401(k) plan
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