HVAC Controls / Building Automation Technician

HVAC Controls / Building Automation Technician

Location / Territory: Ames, Iowa / Central Iowa; home daily.

About the Company

Mechanical Comfort, Inc. is an established Central Iowa commercial mechanical contractor serving customers through HVAC/R, controls, sheet metal, plumbing, scientific-equipment and planned-maintenance capabilities. MCI emphasizes trained craftspeople, customer satisfaction and long-term technical development.

Role Summary

MCI is seeking a Building Automation / HVAC Controls Technician who understands both HVAC equipment and the controls systems operating it. The ideal candidate can contribute to installation, programming, commissioning and troubleshooting of BAS systems; candidates experienced with another controls platform can be considered if they have strong fundamentals and the ability to learn Siemens.

Key Responsibilities

• Install and terminate BAS controls wiring and field devices.
• Program and configure controllers and control sequences.
• Commission building-automation systems.
• Troubleshoot sensors, actuators, controllers and integrations.
• Diagnose both HVAC/mechanical and controls-related problems.
• Read mechanical drawings, schematics and controls documentation.
• Support panel and network setup.
• Verify system operation against intended sequences.
• Document programming and field changes accurately.
• Coordinate with HVAC service technicians, electricians and project teams.
• Communicate system findings clearly to customers.
• Continue technical development on MCI's Siemens platform.

Required Qualifications

• HVAC systems knowledge and strong mechanical fundamentals.
• Electrical troubleshooting ability.
• Computer aptitude and comfort working with software-based systems.
• Ability to interpret schematics, sequences and plans.
• Systematic troubleshooting mindset.
• Strong documentation and communication habits.
• Valid driver's license and acceptable driving eligibility.

Preferred Qualifications

• Existing BAS/building-controls experience.
• Siemens controls experience.
• Programming and commissioning experience.
• Experience with Johnson Controls or another major BAS platform.
• Networking/integration knowledge.
• Commercial HVAC service background.

Success Metrics

• Independently completes increasingly complex controls assignments.
• Programs and commissions systems accurately.
• Diagnoses controls problems without overlooking underlying HVAC issues.
• Produces clear, reliable documentation.
• Reduces dependence on the Service Manager for routine BAS work.
• Develops toward a lead-level controls resource.

Why Join

• Opportunity to work on and develop deeper expertise in Siemens Building Automation.
• Direct path toward higher-level controls responsibility.
• Company-paid technical training and continuing education.
• Take-home company vehicle plus company technology.
• PTO credit for applicable prior experience.
• Broad commercial mechanical environment rather than controls work in isolation.
• Established company with visible career-development opportunities.