HVAC Controls Technicians

Definition

The EMS Technician – Level I is responsible for learning the basics of the energy management / building automation industry. EMS Tech Level I will perform work under the guidance and leadership of an EMS Tech Level II and a Project Manager. All work must meet the requirements of the LSI Installation and Commissioning Standards.

Responsibilities

Basic Skills – Electrical & Computer:

1. Basic use of a multi-meter. Ability to read ohms, volts, amps, resistance, etc.
2. Basic knowledge of electrical circuits and ability to read diagrams.
3. Understands Windows and computer functions, including Word, Excel, Browsers, & Email.
4. Has read and understands LSI Installation and Commissioning Standards.
5. Learns and understands ARC 156 rules and standards.
6. Accurately and timely records and submits timesheets.

Technical Knowledge (Preferred, not required):

1. Can read, understand, and identify equipment on floor plans.
2. Understands importance of schematics, submittals, and data sheets.
3. Can perform communication line inspections and pull tests.
4. Ability to troubleshoot minor wiring termination problems.
5. Learns and understands how to navigate WebCTRL software.
6. Ability to launch and connect with all versions of ALC software.
7. Ability to perform network startup.
8. Proficiency in point-to-point checkout and short-to-ground method.
9. Properly configures end devices and instrumentation.
10. Understands logic page structure and layout.
11. Understand Equipment Parent-Child relationship and how to implement.
12. Understands schedules / properties / parameters / alarms / trends.
13. Can review thermographic floorplans and identify link issues / problems.
14. Ability to draw / mark communication lines per actual installation for record.
15. Properly uses LSI red book during onsite checkout and startups.
16. Understands and demonstrates commissioning process with assistance.
17. Uses WebCTRL / Commissioning tools properly
18. Be thorough with documentation of startup issues and equipment notes.
19. Relays changes, issues, revisions, and system backups to the proper authority figures.

Equipment:

1. Can identify the following terminal units: VAVs, FPBs, CVBs, DDBs
2. Can identify the following units: RTUs, FCUs, EFs
3. Can perform terminal unit checkout and startup without assistance.
4. Can perform roof top, fan coil, and exhaust fan checkout and startup with assistance.

Strengths / Communication / Motivation:

1. Have good communication and coordination with your peers and other trades.
2. Keep focus during assigned tasks; minimize distractions.
3. Takes instruction and handles authority well.
4. Self-motivate to continue learning about products LSI provides.
5. Attain new skills and effectively utilize available resources.
6. Be punctual, reliable, and organized.
7. Take pride in keeping a professional appearance.

Qualifications:

1. High School graduate or equivalent.
2. HVAC or Instrumentation/Controls trade knowledge.
3. Understands customer satisfaction and quality of work.
4. Strong work ethic and positive attitude.
5. Clean Motor Vehicle Record.