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nVent Building Controls Technician in Anoka, Minnesota

We’re looking for people who put their innovation to work to advance our success – and their own. Join an organization that ensures a more secure world through connecting and protecting our customers with inventive electrical solutions.

Primary objective of position:

As a Building Controls Technician at nVent Management Company, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the flawless operation of our customers' buildings through the maintenance and repair of computer-based systems. Your primary objective will be to control and monitor the mechanical and electrical equipment, including HVAC systems, to create a world-class environment.

In this role, you will be responsible for:

  • Monitoring and maintaining the Building Automation System, specifically the Niagara 4 system (Tridium).

  • Troubleshooting and diagnosing electrical equipment.

  • Finding ways to save energy.

  • Collaborating with HVAC/R technicians to troubleshoot, install, and connect HVAC/R equipment to the Building Automation System.

  • Working alongside Electricians to install equipment.

  • Designing graphics and developing programs using the Niagara 4 system for the Building Automation System.

  • Supporting the plant-wide communication system using two-way radios.

  • Providing various support tasks for plant management, such as exporting data for reports.

Education & experience:

To excel in this position, it is preferred that you possess a High School diploma or G.E.D. Equivalent experience will also be considered.

Knowledge, skills & abilities (must haves):

To excel in this position, you must have:

  • Programming experience in any language (e.g., Visual Basic, IFix, Sequel).

  • Experience troubleshooting AC/DC electrical systems.

  • The ability to read electrical diagrams or schematics.

  • Proficiency in troubleshooting, diagnosing, and fixing equipment issues.

  • Strong ability to effectively convey technical information.

  • Initiative, self-starting abilities, and the capability to work with little to no supervision.

  • The ability to plan, select, test, install, and maintain equipment.

  • A passion for technically difficult tasks and the ability to find creative solutions to complex problems.

  • Excellent written and oral communication skills.

  • Experience in PLC and/or HMI programming/troubleshooting.

  • Familiarity with programming, configuring, or troubleshooting Building Automation Systems.

  • Proficiency in AutoCAD or any other CAD software.

  • Strong knowledge and understanding of the tools and techniques used to maintain, diagnose problems, and repair HVAC/R and associated electrical systems.

  • Proficiency in reading mechanical drawings.

  • Mechanical proficiency and the ability to work with normal hand tools independently.

WE HAVE:

  • A dynamic global reach with diverse operations around the world that will stretch your abilities, provide plentiful career opportunities, and allow you to make an impact every day

  • At nVent, we believe safer systems ensure a more secure world. We connect and protect our customers with inventive electrical solutions. We design, manufacture, market, install and service high-performance products and solutions for mission-critical equipment, buildings and essential processes. Our solutions are helping build a more sustainable and electrified world.

  • We are a $3.3B company with a dedicated team of more than 11,000 employees around the globe. Our comprehensive portfolio of enclosures, electrical and fastening, and thermal management solutions dates back more than 100 years and includes nVent CADDY, ERICO, HOFFMAN, ILSCO, RAYCHEM and SCHROFF.

  • Commitment to strengthen communities where our employees live and work

  • We encourage and support the philanthropic activities of our employees worldwide

  • Through our nVent in Action matching program, we provide funds to nonprofit and educational organizations where our employees volunteer or donate money

  • Core values that shape our culture and drive us to deliver the best for our employees and our customers. We’re known for being:

  • Innovative & adaptable

  • Dedicated to absolute integrity

  • Focused on the customer first

  • Respectful and team oriented

  • Optimistic and energizing

  • Accountable for performance

  • Benefits to support the lives of our employees

At nVent, we connect and protect our customers with inventive electrical solutions. People are our most valuable asset. Inclusion and diversity means that we celebrate and encourage each other’s authenticity because we understand that uniqueness sparks growth.

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At nVent, we are committed to equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by national, federal, state or local law.

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