Controls Technician

As an HVAC Controls Technician, you are knowledgeable about the installation and repairs of all types of commercial HVAC systems. You understand how to Service, maintain, and repair HVAC systems. You can also troubleshoot HVAC malfunctions and determine the extent of necessary repairs.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Install, program, maintain, and troubleshoot automatic temperature control systems.
• Perform project startup, checkout, and troubleshooting for installed systems and service jobs.
• Make necessary adjustments and calibrations.
• Create commissioning reports for projects.
• Respond to customer service calls, diagnosing and repairing control systems.
• Provide technical support for end-users and mechanical field technicians.
• Perform system upgrades and controller cutovers
• Perform wiring checkout and assists in systems start-ups
• Perform programming sequence checkout
• Work independently
• Assist in the training of other technicians
• Interpret HVAC and electrical schematics, diagrams, and blueprints to ensure proper installation and service.
• Work in a professional manner in both occupied finish spaces and construction sites.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations and company standards during all installations, repairs, and maintenance tasks.
• 5 years in HVAC technology, troubleshooting, system controls and repairs
• Experience reading and interpret blueprints, wiring diagrams, and technical documents.
• Building Automation System and Chiller repair/cooling towers and troubleshooting experience preferred
• Valid driver's license with clean driving record
• EPA Universal refrigerant certification preferred.
• Knowledge of safety practices.
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to work effectively with team members and clients.

Work Environment:

This position requires the employee to work both inside and outside. The employee may be subject to loud noises and hot and cold temperatures while on work site.

Positions Type and Expected hours of Work:

This is a full-time 40-hour position. Days and hours of work are Monday through Friday 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM.

Travel: Daily travel to job sites throughout MA and RI

Physical Demands:

• Lifting weight up to and over 75 lbs. in both a vertical and horizontal range of motion.
• Crawl, stoop, stand, reach (push/pull) & bend to perform necessary work.
• Able to ascend and descend on extension ladders, step ladders and stairs using feet and/or hands and arms.
• Able to drive a company vehicle and walk around at job sites.
• Reading, computer input, typing and answering the phone.
• Clarity of vision at both over 20 feet and under 20 inches.
• Able to judge depth (distance & space relationships), have a good field of vision, and identify and distinguish colors.
• Adjustment of eye to bring object into sharp focus.
• Outside work
• Climbing stairs
• Dusty Environment
• Navigate uneven terrain

Compensation & Benefits:

• Health care benefits through United HealthCare
• Delta Dental and Vision Service Plan
• Paid time off and holidays
• Employer-matching 401(k) retirement plan
• Employer-paid Employee Stock Ownership Program (ESOP)
• Employer-paid life and AD&D insurance; access to short and long-term disability insurance
• Tuition reimbursement

Who We Are

The RISE Group, Inc., is an employee-owned, professional engineering firm that provides a complete range of consulting, design, and energy services to customers throughout the United States and internationally. Our multi-disciplined engineering and technical staff specialize in failure analysis, engineering design, process optimization, and condition assessment. Our work demonstrates how creative collaboration can produce outstanding results for our clients and our communities.

AirMasters HVAC Services was founded in 1989 as a trusted family-owned company specializing in Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation, Automatic Building Control System, and Energy Efficiency retrofits. In 2023, The RISE Group Inc., an employee-owned provider of energy, engineering, laboratory, and field services, acquires AirMasters HVAC Services as part of its strategic plan to expand mechanical/HVAC contracting services in the region.

Our Culture

At RISE, our customers come from all walks of life - and so do our employees! We hire amazing people from a wide variety of backgrounds, not just because it's the right thing to do, but because it makes our company stronger. We can confidently state that we are successful as a direct result of our diversity. From day one and throughout your career with us, you'll find a workplace culture with expansive personal & professional development opportunities, cutting edge technology, a place where relationships are valued, and work/life balance is always a priority.

We are committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) within our workplace and in our communities. It is our policy to provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other applicable federal or state-protected classification.

The RISE Group, Inc. is an E-Verify participant and will conduct background investigations and pre-employment screening of candidates for employment Pre-employment activities will be conducted on qualified applicants after acceptance of a job offer.

The RISE Group, Inc. is an employee-owned company and an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. We welcome applications from all backgrounds regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, disability, or any other classification protected by law.