Position:	Controls Technician
Date Available:	Market Driven
Normal Hours:	7:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
EEO-1 Class:	Technician
Salary Range:	Depends on Experience
Exempt Status:	Non-Exempt
Office Location:	7717 Detroit SW, Seattle, Washington 98106
Company Mission:	To provide the optimum value for our customers' investments while assuring the growth of our company and the people who contribute to its success.
Philosophy:	It is a condition of employment for all MacDonald-Miller Facility Solutions employees to understand, accept, and support the company business philosophy and operating guidelines.

Brief Task Description

A Controls Technician reports to the Controls Technician - Lead. He/she is expected to test, repair, and commission a variety of control system components. He/she is also expected to meet performance standards set by management and to comply with all company policies and procedures. A Controls Technician performs the following:

• Test all equipment and control functions of controls provided, installed or designated by MacDonald-Miller Controls
• Set up and install all communication devices for remote operations PC's, modems for standard phone or short haul, repeaters, etc.
• Identify, research, prepare and present solutions to problems
• Document and follow-up problems relating to controls
• Develop and write the necessary software to provide all features agreed to within scope or specification
• Provide all written documentation for indication of proper testing on all projects
• Provide timely, constructive feedback to personnel concerning project status and concerns
• Assist Commissioning Technicians to verify that their testing of control systems is done correctly and efficiently completed
• Effectively work with all areas of HVAC including design, production, refrigeration, controls and service
• Be proficient in all areas of HVAC controls including pneumatic, electronic, energy management systems, and computerized control systems
• Ensure all pertinent data regarding as-built or record drawing sketches, software & programming and any changes are returned to the Engineering Division of MacDonald-Miller Controls
• Review engineering with supervisor and application engineer before and after project is complete to improve quality
• Provide customer training
• Maintain current software databases
• Research, prepare and present solutions to problems
• Actively participate in the MacDonald-Miller sponsored Education and Training Program
• Understand, accept and support MacDonald-Miller's Operating Guidelines, Operational Beliefs and Customer Commitment
• Perform additional tasks as assigned

Employee Benefit Program

MacDonald-Miller Facility Solutions presently provides employee coverage for:

• Medical, dental, vision for employee {coverage available for dependents for shared premium}
• 401k retirement plan
• Holiday, vacation, and sick leave compensation
• Disability income protection including short term and long term disability
• Employee and dependent life insurance
• Flexible Spending Account

Physical Requirements & Working Conditions

The candidate must possess and be adaptable to the following physical abilities and working conditions:

• Ability to frequently lift or carry 20 to 50 pounds
• Ability to see and hear well (either naturally or with correction) and speak clearly
• Physical requirements included: Standing, bending, squatting, sitting, kneeling, lying down, crawling, climbing and driving
• Typical working conditions include: working on ladders, on rooftops, in crawl spaces, in unheated areas and in all weather conditions
• Must be capable of working ten to twelve hour days when job/business needs demands

Qualification Requirements

• Possess a two-year degree or other education by which a reasonable understanding of HVAC control systems with an emphasis on direct digital controls and computerized control systems has been gained
• An understanding of air conditioning principles and commercial HVAC mechanical equipment is preferred
• Possess strong computer aptitude including hardware and software
• Ability to effectively interact with customers, technicians, sales and office staff
• Strong written and verbal and listening communications skills
• Self-motivation
• Takes pride in ones work and excepts responsibility for his/her professionalism and accuracy
• Ability to consistently set goals and meet deadlines
• Ability to work independently or in a team atmosphere
• Project a positive image of the company and herself/himself to customers
• Competent in WISHA/OSHA job site safety requirement
• A valid license and clean driving record are required
• Have an excellent attendance record at prior employment
• A candidate is required to pass a pre-hire drug screening and physical examination (after job offer)

Other Information

• Please read all pages of this job description. If you are interested and feel you are both qualified and capable of filling this position, please fax (206) 768-4115 or e-mail hr@macmiller.com your resume to Human Resources. Your resume or application is reviewed prior to setting up a personal interview, so please make sure your resume is up to date and includes references. If you do not have a resume, you may fill out an application at the address listed above.
• MacDonald-Miller Facility Solutions, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a non-smoking facility. MacDonald-Miller is also a drug and alcohol free workplace and tests all new hires (subject to and in accordance with union bargaining agreements).
• This job description is a general description of essential job functions. It is not intended as an employment contract nor is it intended to describe all duties someone in this position would perform. All employees of MacDonald-Miller are expected to perform tasks as assigned by MacDonald-Miller supervisory/management personnel regardless of job title or routine job duties.
• Website is www.macmiller.com.