JOB TITLE: BUILDING AUTOMATION INTERN
DEPARTMENT: CONSTRUCTION GROUP
COMPANY INFORMATION:
Established in 1986, ATS Automation is the leading provider of energy management services, automated control systems, critical airflow solutions, and building systems integration. We aim to be the market leader in excellence in building technologies by providing preferred and best in class people, engineered solutions, service support, and products.
At ATS, we custom engineer and install building automation systems to optimize buildings’ mechanical and electrical systems, reduce building energy consumption, increase tenant comfort, and maximize the productivity of tenants and facilities management personnel.
Headquartered in the Pacific Northwest, with 14 offices and growing across the United States, we support and manage complex building automation and controls projects across the country and abroad. We seek out candidates from diverse backgrounds who are curious and eager to learn, have excellent communication skills, and who possess a strong work ethic and initiative.
ATS is committed to employee development and offers an extensive training program and ongoing advancement to all employees. Our company enjoys remarkable tenure and we take pride in our employees’ ability to grow their career at find long-term success at ATS.
INTERNSHIP SUMMARY:
Assist project teams with building automation start-up functions based on project plans, specifications, and other contract documents. Support project documentation and aide engineering teams with as-built drawings and other items as required. Basic training related to industry-specific internship responsibilities provided.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITES:
- Assist Controls Technicians and Project Engineers with field tasks
- Checkout of building control components
- Startup of building control and energy management systems
- Learn and become proficient in use of building automation programs to set up trend logs, alarms, schedules, and user profiles
- Support field documentation and update drawings as required
- Manage time to complete assignments on time and within scope
SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to work independently when provided with direction
- Eagerness to learn new systems and concepts
- Accuracy, thoroughness, and timeliness
- Proficiency in basic computer hardware and software skills, including Word and Excel
- Practical skills with basic hand tools preferred (i.e. screwdriver, pliers, wire strippers, etc.)
WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
This position requires a combination of working in an office environment and routine visits to project job sites. Project job sites may present typical construction and outdoor conditions that require the use of personal protective equipment for safety purposes. Lifting and exerting up to 20 pounds of force. Use of ladders up to 12-feet.
POSITION TYPE AND HOURS:
- Temporary position with option of part- or full-time hours
- Standard work week is Monday-Friday from 7am-4pm
POSITION TYPE AND HOURS:
- Compensation between $20-$30 / hourly depending on experience and education
- Position does not include benefits
TRAVEL:
- Travel to local project sites in the Puget Sound area required
CREDENTIALS AND EXPERIENCE:
- Undergraduate study in field of engineering preferred
- Experience working in building systems or other technical fields
- Equivalent combination of education, work, volunteer, or hobby experience
- Experience using AutoCAD preferred but not required
ATS is an equal opportunity employer and we are committed to complying with all federal, state, and local laws providing equal employment opportunities. When making hiring and employment decisions, we do not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, age, military service, military or veteran status, physical or mental disability, medical condition as defined under state and federal law, or any other legally protected category. All such discrimination is strictly prohibited.
The above job description may not cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.