Field Engineering Technician-Pittsburgh, PA

Mad Dash Field Engineering Technician 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. Travel schedule will be as frequent as 75% of time overnight in one month.Technical Duties and Responsibilities: Install, program, and configure interval data recorders, power monitoring meters, and other energy monitoring related hardwareInstall smart thermostats and have basic knowledge of HVAC unitsInstall telecommunications hardware such as cellular modems, hotspots, and familiarity with Local Area Network (LAN) connectivity to insure communications of attached devices and their data uploadsInstall low voltage wiring for Modbus and BACnet protocols, temperature sensors, and other energy monitoring related systemsCommissioning and re-commissioning of installed interval data recorders, power monitoring meters, and other hardware that was installed at customer locationsTroubleshooting and repair of installed hardware; device failures, data issues, communications failures and other hardware related issuesAbility to wire current transformersAbility to bend and install conduit following NEC standardsAbility to understand the theory of and installation of basic electrical components such as relays, contactors, and circuit breakers following NEC standardsAbility to read and comprehend electrical and control diagrams, blue prints, schematics, technical drawings, work orders, instructions and formulasAssist with diagnose installation errors and hardware defects.Operate and maintain Mad Dash vehicle.Track and report inventory items used.Arrive at all scheduled dispatches in a timely manner.Follow all established processes and procedures.Maintain professional demeanor with clients and customers including contractors, maintenance staff, property managers, and tenants.Proficient with technology: smart phones, iPad, tablets, laptops, cloud-based storage, and email.Must have knowledge of and follow the NEC (National Electrical Code) and OSHA safety standardsTraining for continuous improvement and developmentTrack and record job progress and keep lead operations support team informed on site progress, including concerns or issues while on siteAssembly of various prefabricated enclosuresTrack and report inventory items usedArrive at all scheduled dispatches in a timely mannerPhysical and Environmental Requirements: Ability to safely use and climb ladders, indoors and outdoors, as required for siteAbility to work both indoors and outdoors (all weather conditions) on a daily basisRecognizes exposure to live circuits and/or operating machineryMust 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 timeRepetitive motion with both hands, wrists and fingersComfortable working in/ on spaces such as roofs, attics or basementsAbility to adapt to changing work schedules and environmentsHours may include nights and/or weekendsTravel Requirements: Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license and meet Mad Dash's auto safety standards.Ability to travel by air and car, travel can be up to 75% overnight traveling during the month, depending on projectEducation/Skills: High School Diploma required plus a minimum of Associates Degree, Trade School Certificate / Diploma, or Skilled Trades Apprenticeship with minimum of 2 years field experienceExperience with electrical and mechanical components and systemsExperience with residential and commercial HVAC systemsExperience in installation methods for low voltage cableKnowledge in interfacing with building and HVAC controls / systems preferredKnowledge in Modbus, BACnet, and other communications protocols preferred but not requiredOSHA 10 or OSHA 30 is required.NFPA 70E training / knowledge preferredPay Rate: $27.00-$33.00 per hour, DOE