Lead Building Automation Installer

Job Description:

As the Lead Building Automation Installer you will plan layout and installation of electrical wiring and equipment based on job specifications and local codes, connect wires to electrical components as needed for a complete and operational system and test electrical systems.

Electrical Wiring/Installation:

• Plan layout and installation of electrical wiring and equipment based on job specifications and local codes
• Connect wires to electrical components as needed for a complete and operational system.
• Test electrical systems or continuity of circuits in electrical wiring or equipment using testing devices, such as ohmmeters or voltmeters to ensure compatibility and safety of system.
• Use a variety of tools or equipment, such as power construction equipment, measuring devices, power tools, and testing equipment, such as ammeters.
• Place conduit, pipes, or tubing, inside designated partitions, walls, or other concealed areas, and pull insulated wires or cables through the conduit to complete circuits between boxes
• Work from ladders, scaffolds, or roofs to install, maintain, or repair electrical wiring or equipment
• Responsible for personal and team safety on jobs. May include pre-task planning and tool box talks.
• Assemble, install, test, or maintain electrical or electronic wiring or equipment using hand tools or power tools

Documentation:

• Prepares as built documents and turns them into Design team.
• Completes and submits labor and expense reports and paperwork in a timely, complete and accurate manner.
• Prepare completed job documentation and participate in operational verification of systems.
• Participates in and may develop customer acceptance procedure plan.
• Monitors, manages and anticipates project installation budgets and notifies Lead Controls Installation Specialist of potential problems in advance of or as problems arise.
• Submits regular labor productivity reports for each managed project

Material and Equipment:

• Prepares installation material orders and submits purchase orders requests for specialized install materials such as wire, conduit, and hangers. Will visit jobsite to obtain information pertaining to material to be ordered. 
• Responsible for scheduling delivery of equipment and installation materials to job site.
• May monitor assigned jobs for changes in materials or equipment or make change order recommendations to Design team.  May notify Lead Controls Installation Specialist of changes in material requirements. 
• Maintains close contact with installation personnel and responds to material contingencies as they arise.

Project Planning:

• Participate in project hand off meetings, coordinate with Lead Controls Installation Specialist to schedule installation resources and field labor necessary to meet project schedules.
• Examines job contract plans and specifications, submittal documents and then reviews with Design team to get a complete picture of system designed. Will visit actual jobsite for information pertaining to engineering layouts.
• Prepare sketches or follow blueprints to determine the location of wiring or equipment and to ensure conformance to building and safety codes

Leadership/Team Collaboration:

• Efficiently manages field labor that has been allocated for projects.
• Supplies technical information to installation personnel and Design team on equipment applications.
• Responsible for maintaining employee paperwork such as time cards and expense reports and turn them in in a timely fashion.
• Lead, coach, mentor, and develop Controls Installation Specialists I and II.
• May provide or participate in customer training.

Other:

• Maintains proficient product knowledge, procedures and methods, and continuously learns more advanced product applications.
• Responsible for staying up to date on company installation standards, safety training and current building codes as they pertain to scope of work.
• Manages own backlog to ensure timely and accurate job completion.  Keeps field personnel informed of job status and elevates problems as needed.
• May be responsible for basic program duplication and assistance and/or commissioning of unitary type control devices such as Variable Air Volume (VAV) units.
• Will participate in startup procedures and may make minor modifications to control programs with direction from Controls System Specialist.

What we are looking for:

• 5 years experience with mechanical and electrical systems
• 5 years with test equipment to include multi-meters and digital analyzers
• Proficient in use/knowledge of Microsoft Office
• Proficient knowledge of building codes

Your life at Harris

As one of the country's leading mechanical contractors, Harris offers you the best of both worlds: the stability, resources and opportunities of a national company, and the team culture, creative spirit and customer loyalty of a local business. If you thrive on variety and new challenges, we want to meet you!

From stadiums to manufacturing facilities, power plants to hospitals, concert halls to classrooms, we handle projects of all sizes and complexity from multiple regional locations across the country.

Harris Benefits + Compensation

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance

• 401K with company match

• Vacation time, sick time, and paid holidays

• Paid Parental leave

• Short-Term Incentive Plan

Visit our Careers Page for additional benefit details:  https://www.harriscompany.com/careers/employee-benefits-at-a-glance

Pay Range: 

The actual salary offer will vary by candidate based on a wide range of factors such as specific skills, qualifications, experience, and location.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

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