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Building Controls Installer

City Building Engineering Services (CBES-US), Hartford, CT, United States


Position Summary

Install, configure, and support building controls, electrical systems, and commercial refrigeration energy management systems for supermarket new builds, remodels, and retrofit projects.
Key Responsibilities

As an HVAC/R Controls Installer, you will design and implement refrigeration control strategies for large supermarket clients.
Install, program, and troubleshoot energy management and refrigeration control systems, including:

EIL systems
Danfoss 255/880 controllers
CPC Reflecs
Emerson Einstein, E2, and Comtrol controllers

Perform mechanical and electrical repairs, programming, and retrofits on:

Large parallel rack systems
Glycol and CO₂ secondary cooling systems
Commercial HVAC units

Install and program case controllers (Danfoss, Emerson, Dixell).
Install, set up, and troubleshoot:

Electronic TXVs and EPR valves
Chiller controllers
Anti-sweat panels
Subcooler controls
Digital compressor controls

Program and troubleshoot additional refrigeration and HVAC controls, including:

Carel, RDM, Microthermal, Sporlan
Lennox Prodigy, AAON, Tridium

Install, program, and troubleshoot Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs), including Danfoss and ABB.
Program lighting controls and scheduling.
Install, program, and troubleshoot Bacharach HGM leak detection systems.
Develop and implement custom control logic to meet customer-specific requirements.
Set up remote internet access and alarm notifications for refrigeration and HVAC systems.
Conduct store surveys and develop detailed scopes of work.
Required Qualifications

Valid Driver's License
OSHA-30 certification (will enroll as part of orientation if not certified)
Solid mechanical and electrical expertise
Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment
Flexibility to travel (~60%) and work variable schedules, including nights
Experience installing building automation or control systems in commercial environments preferred
Preferred Qualifications

Ability to read and interpret blueprints and schematics
Prior supervisory or leadership experience
Skills/Competencies

Strong oral and written communication skills
Strong analytical and troubleshooting abilities
Customer-focused mindset
High attention to detail
Comfortable climbing ladders, lifting up to 50 lbs, working in small, loud, dusty, or difficult-to-access spaces (e.g., machine rooms)
About CBES

City Building Engineering Services (CBES) is a leading integrated professional services firm supporting technical requirements and sustainable solutions for the retail and related industries. CBES experts tackle projects from inception to completion, including project design, engineering, construction and commissioning.
EEO / Equal Opportunity

CBES is an Affirmative Action / Equal Opportunity Employer. The Company maintains a Drug-Free Workplace Policy that is strictly adhered to.

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