HVAC Automation Controls Specialist

Automation Controls Specialist

The Automation Controls Specialist plays a crucial role in planning installations, minimizing waste, and ensuring access for future maintenance. This position requires adherence to specifications and local electrical codes. Responsibilities include measuring, cutting, bending, threading, assembling, and installing electrical conduit, as well as pulling wiring through conduit and labeling it. The specialist must ensure that concealed wiring is installed before completing future walls, ceilings, and flooring. Additionally, they will locate, mount, and terminate various end devices, assist with job commissioning and start-up procedures, and provide owner training if necessary.

Responsibilities:

• Prepare sketches showing as-built location of wiring and equipment.
• Attend project meetings as necessary.
• Work overtime, varied shift hours, and travel occasionally as needed.
• Read and interpret electrical and mechanical drawings effectively.
• Communicate clearly and effectively with supervisors and crew members.
• Work independently and as a team member.
• Coordinate work with other trades on the job site.

Essential Skills:

• Experience with building automation systems and controls.
• Possession of a CT E2 or L6 License.
• High school diploma, certificate from a college or technical school, and 2-5 years of related experience or equivalent education and experience.
• Valid driver's license and an appropriate occupational license (if applicable).

Additional Skills & Qualifications:

• Ability to apply concepts of fractions, ratios, percentages, and proportions to practical situations.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs., bend, climb, kneel, twist, stand, and climb stairs.
• Service work in the Waterford area.

Why Work Here?

The company is experiencing rapid growth, offering opportunities for advancement into higher roles. Employees benefit from a dynamic work environment where they can develop their skills and advance their careers.

Work Environment:

The work environment involves collaboration with other trades, requiring the ability to work both independently and as part of a team. The role includes varied shift hours, occasional travel, and physical tasks such as lifting and climbing. The specialist will work with electrical and mechanical drawings and must adhere to safety and electrical codes.

Job Type & Location:

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Waterford, Connecticut.

Pay and Benefits:

The pay range for this position is $35.00 - $55.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type:

This is a fully onsite position in Waterford, CT.

Application Deadline:

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 22, 2025.