Controls Technician

Benchmark Automation and Controls is looking for a Controls Technician in the DC and Northern Virginia area to service and troubleshoot Building Automation Systems in a commercial environment!

A Day in the Life:

• Providing responsive and professional customer service with the goal of building and maintaining long-term customer relationships 
• Responding to service calls (emergency and on-site) as assigned; performing repairs as directed on all automation system types and completing service ticket documentation per the policy
• Identifying and reporting system discrepancies, suggesting system upgrade opportunities, and at times assisting in the pricing of repairs and upgrades to an existing agreement
• Following and maintaining preventive maintenance schedules; maintaining complete and accurate documentation of services performed and generating reports within MobileTech
• Executing digitalization and standard service operations strategies
• Providing instructions to customer personnel regarding proper system operations and assisting with training
• Performing system checkout and startup on projects, participating in job site final walk and/or final completion for systems-to-service turnover on assigned jobs
• Working rotational On-Call and/or overtime when needed
• Ability to work remotely, manage time effectively, meet established deadlines, and work in a team environment, providing dedicated support to our customers

What You'll Bring to the Table:

• High School Diploma or equivalent (required)
• A minimum of 3 years of HVAC experience (required)
• Valid driver's license with acceptable driving record (required)
• Ability and willingness to work in a variety of circumstances, including climbing ladders, scaffolds, and high lift equipment, working in ducts, crawl spaces, roofs, basements, above ceilings, and in various conditions (required)
• Must be able to use hand tools, laptop, email, smartphone, and tablet as well as carry and move equipment and tools weighing up to 50 pounds unassisted (required)
• Experience performing preventive maintenance and diagnostics of automation systems (preferred) 
• Demonstrated on-the-job experience with open protocols such as BACnet, Modbus, and TCP/IP Ethernet and networking, as well as engineering concepts, programming, job start-up and checkout, and troubleshooting (preferred)
•  OSHA 10 Certification (preferred)

What's In It For You:

• Health and Wellness: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans to keep you and your family covered, including free preventive care and affordable prescription options.
• Life and Disability Insurance: Company-paid life insurance and disability coverage, with options to enhance your benefits.
• Retirement Savings:  401(k) plan with a generous company match to help secure your future, with immediate vesting.
• Paid Time Off: Enjoy paid holidays and a PTO plan that grows with your years of service.
• Opportunities for Career Advancement and Professional Development: We provide education assistance to help you grow your skills and career.
• Extra Perks: Flexible spending accounts, employee discounts, and 24/7 confidential support through our Employee Assistance Program.

Ready to make a difference with your expertise?

Apply today and become a vital part of our service team!

Benchmark Automation & Controls (Benchmark), a Fidelity Building Services Group company, is the Mid-Atlantic’s premier specialist in energy management and automation. Through state-of-the-art technologies and our preventive maintenance plans, we help our clients manage their energy and process it in ways that are safe, reliable, efficient, sustainable, and long-term. We support Schneider Electric™ legacy systems —TAC I/NET and TAC Vista. We also support BACnet MS/TP and BACnet/IP communication protocols, as well as LonWorks and MODBUS©. From the simplest of switches to complex operational systems, our technology, software, and services,  improve the way our customers manage and automate our operations.