Controls Technician

Job Title:

• Controls Technician Operating Company: AIR Carolinas Job Location: Charlotte, NC FLSA Status: Non-Exempt Pay Range: $25-40/hour About : AIR Carolinas – A member of the AIR Control Concepts family.
• AIR Carolinas is a leading manufacturers’ representative providing HVAC equipment, controls, service, and aftermarket solutions across North and South Carolina.
• Formerly Insight Partners, Hahn Mason, and Faulkner Haynes, we’ve united to deliver greater expertise, efficiency, and customer-focused solutions. AIR Carolinas is proud to be part of the AIR Control Concepts family, expanding our reach and strengthening our capabilities across the HVAC industry.
• This partnership allows us to provide even greater value to our customers by combining our trusted local expertise with the broad support, resources, and innovation of a larger organization.

While our name and team remain the same, our commitment to quality service is now backed by an even stronger foundation. Check out our website:

• AIR Carolinas | HVAC Equipment, Parts, Service & Solutions Across NC & SC Job Description: Responsible for assembling and wiring custom control panels to meet the specifications of HVAC systems for both internal and external customers.
• This role requires precision in interpreting electrical schematics, selecting appropriate components, and ensuring panels are built to quality and safety standards.
• Collaborates closely with engineering and production teams to deliver reliable, high-performance control solutions.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability, and physical demands required.
• Arrange, wire, and assemble panels according to drawings and details from the application engineer.
• Test and validate each panel in a quality control process to verify the correct operation prior to packaging and shipping.
• Compile all components for the project in preparation for shipping, validating a packing slip for each box.
• Give feedback on how to improve the panel building process.
• Keep track of the inventory quantities and report weekly to the General Manager – Controls.
• Responsible for tracking the assembly components for builds and submitting for billing purposes to the Controls Project Manager and the Application Engineer.
• Attending weekly meeting to discuss panel assembly time frames and to prioritize projects to meet customer deadlines.
• Performs all other duties as assigned.

Competencies:

• Adaptability - Adapts to changing work environments, work priorities and organizational needs.
• Able to effectively deal with change and diverse people.
• Communication - Informs orally and in writing, with clarity and good effect.
• Understands clearly and quickly when instructions or orders are received.
• Judges what information is important and what is not, and what should be communicated, how, to whom and when.
• Job Knowledge - Includes awareness and possession or mastery of journey man level of special facts, practices, manual skills and techniques and decision-making methods.
• Active Listening - Gives full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.
• Curiosity - Innovative and always trying to figure out how things work.
• Exploring new technologies and developing their own is a central part of the job.
• Organization - Marshals resources (people, funding, material, support) effectively and efficiently.
• Can orchestrate multiple activities at once to accomplish a goal.
• Arranges information and files in a useful manner.
• Strategic Thinking - Refers to the ability to solve difficult problems with effective solutions.
• Ability to resolve common inquiries and complaints.

Experience and Requirements:

• Certificate, 2 or 4-year degree from an accredited trade school, college, or university required. 2+ years of HVAC Controls experience required Knowledge and certifications with Tridium/Niagara, CPT, Reliable, KMC, etc. a plus Configuration knowledge of AAON Controllers, etc. a plus Valid in-state Driver’s License and clean driving record required.
• Carrier requirements are 21 years of age with a minimum of 3 years driving experience.
• Extensive travel is required with regular overnight stays.
• Language Skills- Ability to read, analyze, and interpret sales/ticket orders and other documents in English.
• Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from customers, regulatory agencies, or members of the business community.
• Ability to interact clearly and effectively, in both written and oral communication, with managers, customers, co-workers, vendors, etc.
• Ability to interact clearly and effectively, in both written and oral communication, with supervisor, clients, staff, vendors, etc.
• Computer Skills- To perform this job successfully, an individual should be proficient in personal computer skills including electronic mail, record keeping, routine database activity, word processing, spreadsheet, etc.
• This role requires an intermediate level of knowledge of Microsoft Office.

Physical Demands/Work Environment:

• While performing the duties of this job, the individual must be able to remain in a stationary position for 25 percent of the time while operating their computer and performing office work.
• The individual needs to frequently move about inside tight and cramped spaces.
• They may operate a computer and other office productivity machinery, such as a calculator, copy machine, fax machine, and computer.
• They must be able to exchange accurate information with customers and others in the office while interacting.
• The employee must regularly lift and /or move up to 50 pounds, occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds.
• The individual must be capable of reviewing their work for errors and make adjustments as necessary.
• This position works in various settings, with much outdoor exposure during the day.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually low to moderate but can escalate to high while on a work site.
• This position requires extensive travel, up to 100 percent.
• To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

NOTE:

• This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive.
• Employee may perform other related duties as negotiated to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.

Benefits:

• We offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package, including: Health & Wellness – Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance coverage to support your well-being.
• Financial Security – 401(k) retirement plan with company match and short/long-term disability coverage.
• Work-Life Balance – Paid time off (PTO), paid holidays, and an employee assistance program (EAP).
• Professional Development – Ongoing training opportunities and support for continuing education.
• Company Perks – Uniforms, vehicle and phone (as applicable), and a supportive team environment that values your expertise.
• Referral Bonus Program – Earn bonuses for referring qualified technicians who join our team.
• The Company provides equal employment opportunity in accordance with applicable laws and prohibits discrimination and harassment.
• Employment decisions are based on business needs and qualifications. The Company complies with disability laws and provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals. Powered by JazzHR