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Sr. Controls Technician

Hoffman & Hoffman Inc
Knoxville, TN Full Time
POSTED ON 4/21/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/21/2026

JOB PURPOSE: The Sr. Controls Technician is responsible for the start-up and commissioning of PLC and DDC based controls systems by following commissioning procedures and guidelines.     

Sr. Controls Technician Essential Duties and Responsibilities:   

  • ORGANIZES COMMISSIONING OF DDC and or PLC based PROJECTS by accepting projects from project management; analyzing commissioning workload timelines; understanding project requirements, sequence of operation, programming, and system type; conferring and collaborating with other members of the engineering and programming team.     
  • ENSURES PROPER SYSTEM OPERABILITY by assisting in an onsite performance verification (“Big Picture Checkout”) with the HBT engineer to verify the system is functioning as it was designed.  
  • DIRECTS ELECTRICAL SUBCONTRACTORS by prioritizing areas of completion; answering questions to assure proper installation; enforcing proper installation methods verifying proper installation.     
  • MAINTAINS PROJECT DOCUMENTATION by updating wiring diagrams, sequence changes, and check-out documentation; maintaining current program and graphical displays; maintaining project commissioning sheets; collaborating with Project Managers and Programmers to assure that current documentation is accurately and promptly transmitted from the field.   
  • COMPLETES COMMISSIONING OF DDC and or PLC based PROJECTS by organizing, prioritizing, and scheduling start-up activities; coordinating with programming for needed modifications and corrections for programming and Displays; organizing turnover to Project Manager for project close-out; following up on work results.     
  • COMMUNICATES PROJECT INFORMATION by updating Project Managers and Construction Coordinator as to construction progress; updating any project deadline information; advising as to any changes in schedule or change orders; logging daily work in a project manual or work diary.     
  • ACHIEVES FINANCIAL OBJECTIVES by cooperating with the Ops management team in reviewing monthly job labor cost reports as needed; initiating corrective actions as directed.     
  • MAINTAINS INDUSTRY TECHNICAL KNOWLEDGE by attending approved educational workshops; reviewing industry publications; reviewing Dealer Intranets; maintaining knowledge of proper electrical and mechanical installation methods; reviewing product specifications and catalogs on project material.     
  • CONTRIBUTES TO TEAM EFFORT by leading by example; initiating an open and positive attitude; preparing for and attending training meetings; assisting in the training of new employees; sharing technical information with associates; accomplishing related results as needed.      
  • WILLINGNESS AND ABILITY TO TRAVEL by Cooperating and understanding the importance of high-profile customers with locations in multiple regions and recognizing a sense of urgency with those needs.          


Sr. Controls Technician Requirements:

  • 5 years of controls experience.
  • 5 years of BACnet controls experience.
  • Proficient with Alerton, Distech, Delta, Niagara, or Tridium programming.

Preferred Skills and Abilities:

  • Knowledge of HVAC Control Theory & Applications
  • Proficient with Allen Bradley Studio 5000 or Siemens TIA Portal
  • Inductive Automation Ignition Core or Gold certification
  • Experience with electronics and basic electrical circuits
  • Strong troubleshooting skills
  • Computer hardware and software skills including 
  • Ability to work independently and unsupervised
  • Strong communication and interactive skills
  • Technical Military training

 

No Phone Calls or Drop-Ins Please.     

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