
Building Automation Installation Specialist I
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Job Description
The Purpose of your role as a BA Installation Specialist
As a BA Installation Specialist 1, you will assemble, plan, route, install, and repair wiring and other electrical components and equipment necessary to install engineered building automation and security 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.
- Assemble, install, test, or maintain electrical or electronic wiring or equipment using hand tools or power tools
Documentation
- May assist with preparing completed job as-built documentation.
- Completes and submits labor and expense reports and paperwork in a timely, complete and accurate manner.
Material and Equipment
- Maintains assigned equipment and literature
- If company vehicle is provided - maintains vehicle and inventory on vehicle necessary for efficient job completion.
- May monitor assigned jobs for changes in materials or equipment and notify supervisor.
- May provide job material requests to supervisor as they are needed.
Project Planning
- Examines project plans, specifications and submittal documentation then reviews with Project Manager to get a complete project understanding.
- Prepare sketches or follow blueprints to determine the location of wiring or equipment and to ensure conformance to building and safety codes.
Other
- Maintains basic 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 supervisor informed of job status and elevates problems as needed.
What we're looking for in you
- Bachelors degree in electrical construction or related field
- 1+ years of experience or training in the electrical field
- 1+ years of proficiency using testing equipment such as multi-meters and digital analyzers
- Experience with Microsoft Office
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: $16.11 - $24.16 per hour
The actual salary offer will vary by candidate based on a wide range of factors such as specific skills, qualifications, experience, and location.
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