Mad Dash, Inc.

Field Engineering Technician

Crystal Lake, IL

full_time

$60,320-$72,800

About This Job

Summary: The key role of the Mad Dash Field Engineering Technician is to provide field-based support of customer installations, commissioning and assist with troubleshoot/repair of energy monitoring systems that include: electrical, gas, and water. This position requires frequent overnight travel throughout the month combined with a local field schedule.

Technical Duties and Responsibilities:

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Install, program, and configure interval data recorders, power monitoring meters, and other energy monitoring related hardware

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Install smart thermostats and have basic knowledge of HVAC units

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Install telecommunications hardware such as cellular modems, hotspots, and familiarity with Local Area Network (LAN) connectivity to insure communications of attached devices and their data uploads

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Install low voltage wiring for Modbus and BACnet protocols, temperature sensors, and other energy monitoring related systems

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Commissioning and re-commissioning of installed interval data recorders, power monitoring meters, and other hardware that was installed at customer locations

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Troubleshooting and repair of installed hardware; device failures, data issues, communications failures and other hardware related issues

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Ability to bend and install conduit following NEC standards

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Ability to understand the theory of and installation of basic electrical components such as relays, contactors, and circuit breakers following NEC standards

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Ability to read and comprehend electrical and control diagrams, blue prints, schematics, technical drawings, work orders, instructions and formulas

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Assist with diagnose installation errors and hardware defects.

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Operate and maintain Mad Dash vehicle.

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Track and report inventory items used.

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Arrive at all scheduled dispatches in a timely manner.

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Follow all established processes and procedures.

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Maintain professional demeanor with clients and customers including contractors, maintenance staff, property managers, and tenants.

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Proficient with technology: smart phones, iPad, tablets, laptops, cloud-based storage, and email.

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Must have knowledge of and follow the NEC (National Electrical Code) and OSHA safety standards

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Training for continuous improvement and development

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Track and record job progress and keep lead operations support team informed on site progress, including concerns or issues while on site

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Assembly of various prefabricated enclosures

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Track and report inventory items used

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Arrive at all scheduled dispatches in a timely manner

Requirements:

Physical and Environmental Requirements:

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Ability to safely use and climb ladders, indoors and outdoors, as required for site

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Ability to work both indoors and outdoors (all weather conditions) on a daily basis

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Recognizes exposure to live circuits and/or operating machinery

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Must be able to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds, walk up and down stairs, bend down, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, and work at floor level for extended period of time

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Repetitive motion with both hands, wrists and fingers

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Comfortable working in/ on spaces such as roofs, attics or basements

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Ability to adapt to changing work schedules and environments

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Hours may include nights and/or weekends

Travel Requirements:

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Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license and meet Mad Dash’s auto safety standards.

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Ability to travel by air and car, travel can be up to 75% overnight traveling during the month, depending on the project

Education/Skills:

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High School Diploma or Equivalent required

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HVAC/R Preferred

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Experience with electrical and mechanical components and systems

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Experience with residential and commercial HVAC systems required

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Experience in installation methods for low voltage cable

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Knowledge in interfacing with building and HVAC controls / systems required

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Knowledge in Modbus, BACnet, and other communications protocols preferred but not required

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OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 is preferred

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NFPA 70E training / knowledge preferred

Pay Rate: $29.00-$35.00 per hour, DOE

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $29.00 - $35.00 per hour

Expected hours: No less than 40 per week

Benefits:

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401(k) matching

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Dental insurance

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Employee assistance program

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Health insurance

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Health savings account

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Life insurance

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Paid time off

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Vision insurance

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Education:

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High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

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Electrical troubleshooting: 5 years (Required)

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HVAC/R: 2 years (Preferred)

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Electrical wiring: 2 years (Required)

Willingness to travel:

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75% (Required)

Work Location: On the road