We are passionate about new ideas; we operate to develop and implement them. We cultivate a spirit of collaborative innovation, where risks are rewarded in the search for pioneering solutions. We hire and promote individuals committed to making a difference throughout the Building Automation Field. Our employees consistently work to create a supportive team environment, and apply their knowledge in creative ways to address all client interests.
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Location
Long Island City, NY or Boston, MAJob Description
TEC Systems’ service department is currently hiring field technicians, at all experience levels, to work with our expanding service portfolio. Field technicians install, analyze, and service Building Automation Systems at premier customer facilities in the New York metropolitan area.TEC provides comprehensive service agreements to many of our clients, including owners and managers of commercial real estate, educational facilities, and health care institutions. We view the relationship with each of our clients as a true partnership and our long-standing association with them is a testament to the success of our company. Technicians partake in both remote and on-site service. On-call techs also provide emergency service response twenty-four hours a day, seven days a week.
Our highly motivated team of systems engineers, software engineers, project managers, and user interface designers are committed to providing custom state-of-the-art control solutions, utilizing various product lines including those by Honeywell, Echelon, Allen Bradley, and American Auto Matrix. TEC Systems is renowned throughout the industry for superb performance in response to difficult, time critical assignments requiring creative control strategies.
+ Training on Honeywell, Lonworks, American Auto-Matrix, and other manufacturers’ systems will be provided.
+ Compensation is based on skill set and experience.
+ TEC Systems, Inc. offers excellent benefits, a 401K plan, and a profit sharing program.
Duties & Responsibilities
- Install, analyze, and service building automation systems at premier customer facilities in the New York metropolitan area.
- Tasks include performing maintenance, troubleshooting, repairs, software modifications, database protection, implementing system enhancements, training, and consultation.
- Maintain relationships between the customer and the organization on all technical matters.
Requirements
- A minimum of a 2-year technical degree in HVAC technology, electronics, mechanical systems, or equivalent military training
- 3-5 years experience is required for this application
- Familiar with standard concepts, practices, and procedures in the HVAC field
- Knowledgeable in servers and network equipment, as well as a proficient user of Microsoft Office programs
- Available for on-site emergency service calls after normal business hours
Location
Long Island City, NYJob Description
TEC Systems Inc. is the largest privately owned independent Building Automation and System Integration Contractor in the New York Metropolitan area. We consistently provide highly motivated teams of Systems Engineers, Control Technicians, Software Engineers and Product Managers to everyone we work with.The Startup and Commissioning Associate will work to develop the skills and ability to perform the repair, maintenance, service, modification, troubleshooting, inspection and monitoring of the operation of heating, ventilating, air conditioning and refrigeration equipment and associated building automation control systems. The ideal candidate will be a team player who is cooperative, and supportive to meet internal and external expectations and requirements of the Commissioning Department.
+ This position requires working outdoors, in mechanical/equipment rooms and possible extreme weather conditions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts and heavy equipment.
+ The employee frequently is required to walk; reach with hands and arms; and stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, and climb stairs and ladders. Also, must regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
Duties & Responsibilities
- Participate in kickoff/ turnover meeting with Project Manager and Startup and Commissioning Manager as necessary on assigned projects. Expectation is for the individual to attain a full working knowledge of the assigned project.
- Coordinates and communicates daily with the project manager, electrical subcontractors, equipment startup technicians and other trades to make sure everyone is on the same page and ensure that they fulfil their requirements for the work to go as planned.
- Assist with the daily planning of workflow for startup activities for self to ensure that startup and commissioning tasks are completed on defined deadlines.
- Coordinate the delivery and pickup of required job materials (ladder, gang boxes, field materials, etc.), as needed, with the Project Manager in a manner to maximize field production.
- Verify that all control-point wiring has been correctly installed and terminated, sensors have been calibrated, and field devices operate correctly, as directed.
- Install certain control components not installed by other contractors, as needed. (May include actuators, relays, and sensors)
- Field modify DDC local control panels as required for expansion and engineering changes, as directed.
- Perform point-to-point verification tests, field operational tests of the control systems, and make any necessary control system corrections to ensure that the systems functions as described in the Sequence of Operations, as directed.
- Responsible for reviewing the graphic screens for accuracy and functionality as directed.
- Responsible for completing TEC checkout sheets and punchlist log, in a timely manner for assigned project.
- Continually update and maintain project’s master field set of documentation (including submittal) so that accurate As-Built drawings can be produced.
- Participate in 3rd party commissioning activities for the building automation system and complete commissioning documentation, in a timely manner, as needed.
- Conduct site-specific training for the owner/operator on the control system, as well as participate in job site final walk through.
- Respond to customer warranty calls (on-site, on-line or via telephone support) – normal working hours or after hours, as directed.
- Must have a valid OSHA 10hr certification card & valid clean drivers license.
Requirements
- Associate’s degree in a related engineering field, or HVAC & refrigeration technology field. Or, High school diploma or equivalent with two (2) years of experience in the HVAC and refrigeration technology field.
- Solid computer & typing skills and be able to use Microsoft Windows 7, internet browser program (such as Firefox, Internet Explorer, Chrome, etc.), Microsoft Excel, & Word.
- Skilled in using hand and power tools such as: digital multi-meters, amp probes, wire strippers, screw drivers, pipe wrenches, cordless drills, etc.
- Good mathematical skills, including the ability to perform basic mathematical functions (such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division) and an aptitude for higher level functions. (Such as algebra, geometry, or trigonometry)
- Basic knowledge of electrical and electronic principles related to HVAC controls, direct digital controllers (DDCs), and their functional characteristics when used with mechanical and pneumatic components (i.e. Signal from sensors to control panels which in turn communicate with actuators) to evaluate the operational status of such controls, make adjustments and repairs and test repairs.
- Basic knowledge of the operating characteristics of chillers, boilers, cooling towers, pumps, air handlers, etc. and their relationship with variables such as temperatures of outside air, of a space or discharge of air handler and of chilled water to determine whether malfunctions are in the HVAC controls or equipment.
- Can troubleshoot methods (visual, audible and mechanical and computer diagnostic messages) to locate probable causes of malfunctions in HVAC control systems.
- Skilled in interpreting schematics and manufacturing specifications in work such as tracing circuitry in control panels, rewiring panels, installing and replacing malfunctioning controls components.
- Basic knowledge of TCP/IP communication networks and understanding how these networks are implemented with specific knowledge of network devices (servers, workstation, routers, switches & controllers). Can follow verbal and written instructions to verify and troubleshoot network issues.
- Basic knowledge of BMS communication protocols (BacNet MS/TP, BacNet IP, LonWorks IP, LonWorks FT-10, LonWorks TP/XF-1250, ModBus TCP, ModBus RS-485, C-Bus & PuP) and general understanding how these protocols are implemented with specific knowledge of good installation and troubleshooting practices.
Location
Long Island City, NYJob Description
With our portfolio constantly growing and excelling with new products, applications and integration practices we are always looking to add new talent to our Sales team. You'll be helping us deliver strong, competitive and cultivated relations to existing and new clients. From submittals, proposals, technical solutions and other developments, you'll be fully submersed into the projects from day one. At TEC we pride ourselves not only on our hard work, but the relationships we build along the way with project teams, vendors, and clients. You will be responsible for working with building owners to increase dynamic automation systems, while cultivating long-term customer relationships and maximizing account representation. Additionally, its important to remember you will be engaged with contractors and consulting engineers and developer accounts during the duration of construction.Duties & Responsibilities
- Bring forth upgrades and leads into opportunities by assigning appropriate sales process, establishing appropriate contact within client and associated parties, identifying required project needs, constraints and responsibility to meet customer’s HVAC system design and installation requirements.
- Gathering and validating preliminary information and performing facility walk-throughs with client to visualize the project ahead.
- Preparing, finalizing & reviewing preliminary proposal, and validating the preliminary offering with project team internal to sort out any outstanding issues or concerns.
- Carefully review contract terms & conditions with previously gathered information and client objectives.
- Act as a liaison between project team and client presenting the proposal and negotiating price, terms, and conditions.
Requirements
- 5+ Years experience & technical related degree preferred
- Must have extensive knowledge of the technologically sophisticated products they sell in order to explain their advantages and answer questions.
- Strong interpersonal skills are an absolute must for building and maintaining relationships with clients and prospects for effectively communicating with other members of our sales team.
- Knowledge of HVAC DDC control theory & applications, plus mechanical systems
- Strong time management and organizational skills
Location
Long Island CityJob Description
Service Sales Representatives sell services and products to our customers. They work with customers to find out what their needs are, create solutions, and ensure a smooth sales process. Sales Representatives will work to find new sales leads through our new construction side of the business as well as new prospects. The position will have a combination of inside and outside sales work. The inside sales work typically involves calling on new clients while in an office setting and other times this position will involve going outside to visit clients in the field.Duties & Responsibilities
- Interact with clients to sell new service contracts as well as selling owner direct retrofit and add-on work
- Establish new accounts by planning and organizing daily work schedule to call on potential clients
- Sell additional products and services, including new lines of business, new services as add-ons, and upselling service contract renewals
- Preparing cost estimates and proposals
- Follow up with customers after proposals are delivered, work to secure purchase orders. Work to get proposals updated quickly based on feedback
- Conduct post installation follow-up by contacting customer, ensuring commitments were met and affirming customer satisfaction
- Keep management informed and yourself organized by inputting data into CRM (Customer Relationship Management) on a daily basis
- Maintain professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops; establishing personal networks; participating in professional events and conferences
- Contribute to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed
Requirements
- Excellent verbal, written and presentation skills
- Action oriented and driven to achieve results
- Customer focused and able to create positive peer relationships
- Organized with strong problem solving capability
- Ability to learn technical content
- Good time management skills
- 3+ years of relevant work experience
Location
Long Island City, NYJob Description
TEC Systems, the largest privately owned independent Building Automation and System Integration Contractor in the New York Metropolitan area is actively seeking an experienced Project Manager to join our Converged Systems Team.As a Project Manager on the Converged Systems Team you will be responsible for managing the installation of converged IT infrastructure supporting BMS, DAS, Wi-Fi, telephony, electric sub-metering, video, access control and other systems vital to a building’s operation.
The appropriately qualified applicant will be required to demonstrate knowledge of Information Technology Systems throughout an established career in the construction industry or closely related field. Demonstrated subcontractor management on projects ranging in value from $200k to $25mm is an essential requirement.
Since 1981 TEC Systems has been committed to providing custom state-of-the-art control solutions, utilizing product lines by Honeywell, Echelon, and American Auto Matrix, to name a few. TEC Systems is renown throughout the industry for superb performance in response to difficult and time critical assignments requiring creative control strategies. This proud distinction results from a dedication to the development of highly organized and effective groups of proficient individuals, ever ready to satisfy the needs of our most demanding clients.A competitive compensation package commensurate with the role, responsibilities and candidate experience will be offered to the successful candidate.
Duties & Responsibilities
- Coordinate internal resources and third parties/subcontractors for the flawless execution of projects
- Ensure that all projects are delivered on-time, within scope and within budget
- Prepare and negotiate change orders with both clients and subcontractors
- Prepare monthly client invoicing and manage subcontractor invoicing
- Ensure resource availability and allocation
- Develop a detailed project plan to track progress
- Verify that design and specifications are being followed accurately
- Use appropriate verification techniques to manage changes in project scope, schedule and costs
- Measure project performance using appropriate systems, tools and techniques
- Report and escalate to management as needed
- Manage the relationship with the client and all stakeholders
- Perform risk management to minimize project risks
- Establish and maintain relationships with third parties/subcontractors
- Create and maintain comprehensive project documentationREQUIREMENTS
- Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management, or relevant experience
- A strong foundation of basic networking concepts and comprehension of the hardware and protocols used to create networks is essential
Requirements
- 5+ years of experience in the New York Construction Market, with Project Management experience preferably from a GC/CM or subcontractor focused on new out of the ground construction
- Experience in project oversight, document review, inspection, QA/QC, subcontractor supervision and coordination
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills; proficiency with construction and financial computer applications.
- Thorough knowledge of construction cost, scheduling, estimating, purchasing and engineering principles and techniques, as well as accounting principles
- Excellent negotiation and conflict resolution skills with the ability to individually negotiate change orders with clients and/or subcontractors
- Ability to read, understand and interpret contract documents, drawings, specifications, scopes of work and project schedules.
- A positive attitude and desire to deliver exceptional results for our clients.
- Personal commitment to safety, integrity, and continual professional development.
Location
Long Island City, NY or Boston, MAJob Description
The Project Management group currently has job openings at several levels. We are seeking individuals who are passionate about the Company and about what we do, and feel that they would enjoy, and excel in, a project management role.The Project Management group is responsible for the overall coordination and implementation of the systems we install for our clients. This includes:
· Overall responsibility for the successful outcome of a project
· Understanding and delivering the Scope of Work
· Developing and adhering to Project Schedules
· Understanding, monitoring and controlling Project Costs
Duties & Responsibilities
- Assuring customer satisfaction
- Meeting and coordinating with clients to carry out project work, coordinate schedule, address field installation issues, and assure client satisfaction
- Develop and coordinate TEC internal workflows between departments (engineering, purchasing, software, graphics, commissioning, etc.) to assure internal production meets project schedule and scope
- Direct and support subcontractors
- Coordinate material deliveries to field
- Prepare and negotiate Change Orders with both client and subcontractors
- Oversee quality of work
- Prepare monthly client invoicing, and manage subcontractor invoicing
- Coordinate with other trades and equipment vendors in the field
- Being available during varying hours and sometimes weekends to meet project requirements
- Reporting project status to TEC management
Requirements
- Good verbal and written communication skills
- Good organizational skills
- Good time management skills
- Ability to work with, engage and lead others
- Ability to stay calm and focused in stressful situations
- Familiar with Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and Project
- Have understanding of mechanical, electrical and control systems, and general construction practices
- Ability to read and understand architectural, mechanical, electrical and control system drawings
Location
Long Island City, NYJob Description
TEC Systems, Inc., a leading designer and installer of automated building control systems wants to expand its user interface / user experience design team. We are looking for proven designers with a combination of skills in both creative design and engineering that will help us continue to provide high-quality deliverables to our customers in this niché market.Experience with automation and / or process controls. Have an understanding of basic engineering principles applicable to the field of HVAC. Able to read mechanical and architectural drawings and be familiar with engineering terms such as equipment schedules, sequences of operation and bills of material and can read electrical wiring diagrams.
Job Type: Full-time
Duties & Responsibilities
- Read and understand specifications for automatic temperature control systems.
- Read architectural and mechanical drawings and convert them into dynamic informational displays.
- Develop wireframe layouts for the user interface.
- Build dynamic displays using desktop design tools.
- Create pixel-perfect artwork in Adobe Illustrator.
- Interact with customers and team members to perfect final product
- HTML design and Javascript programming.
- An ability to work in a Windows environment.
Requirements
- A competent graphic designer with a good eye for typographical design, page layout, composition, color use, and information organization and presentation.
- Possess a good skill set using the desktop designer's toolkit such as the Adobe creative suite as well as architectural and engineering tools such as AutoCAD.
- Comfortable using Microsoft tools such as Excel and Word.
- Understand the principals of logic and is willing to learn more about the controls industry and how our frontend design helps to facilitate functionality in a buildings facility.
Location
Long Island City, NYJob Description
TEC is looking for a Procurement Manager to retool and reshape our existing team and processes. They will be responsible for managing existing vendors, identifying new suppliers, and driving cost improvement opportunities across the company. Purchasing activities focus on building control systems based on engineering design, HVAC components, manage outsource material builds and technology products. The Procurement Manager will work to execute sourcing strategies and manage supplier relationships in order to ensure the efficient supply of materials.Duties & Responsibilities
- Ability to review and improve the current processes and optimize logistics.
- Monitor ongoing compliance with purchasing policies, procedures and compliance with contractual agreements.
- Manage vendor and supplier selection process based on price, quality, support, capacity and reliability.
- Provide pricing estimates for internal sales and operations teams for customer sales quotes.
- Compare vendor pricing in order to make sound purchasing decisions.
- Develop and maintain strategic relationships with key suppliers and vendors.
- Direct procurement policies to ensure items are purchased and delivered timely within budget and the quality of the goods received is satisfactory.
- Coordinate with project managers for timely material purchases and panel fabrication to meet customer deadlines and respond to parts related questions from operations teams.
- Ability to maintain certain inventory levels across frequently used products.
- Facilitate timely placement of purchase orders including manage outsourced fabrication vendors.
- Match purchase orders, received goods, and invoices for accuracy and authorize payment for accounts payable, as well as, return damaged or incorrect material received.
- Measure and manage the vendor and supplier cost, quality and delivery performance.
- Drive continuous improvement and best practice implementation to eliminate non-value added services and control costs.
Requirements
- Ability to set policy for purchasing best practices.
- Experience leading requests for the quotation and bidding processes, supplier selection, contract negotiation, and approvals.
- Customer service orientation with strong people skills.
- Ability to participate in a cross-functional, team-oriented environment.
- Excellent time management and organizational skills.
- Working knowledge of project management principles and practices.
- College degree in business, materials management, operations management, engineering or related field.
- Experience in purchasing and procurement in automation and controls, HVAC or construction preferred.
- Experience with Honeywell, Automatrix, Kele, and Alps Controls is a plus.
Location
Long Island City, NYJob Description
TEC Systems Inc. is currently recruiting for an Account Manager in the Greater New York City Area. Within the buildings business of TEC Systems, Inc. this position is responsible for developing new strategic accounts and existing key strategic account management. Account types include end users, general contractors, mechanical contractors, property managers, and consultant engineers. The focus is on sales of systems and solutions with supporting service deliverables, especially system integration and installation services for HVAC, energy and customized software applications. Our growing portfolio comprises a scope of work that showcases commercial and condominium real estate, museums, hotels, public transportation and more. We cultivate and support our relations with our clients as a true testament to the success of our long-standing placement in the controls industry.TEC Systems has been utilizing product lines by Honeywell, Echelon, American AutoMatrix, Lutron, and more to competitively bid in the growing construction market sector. We strive to provide customized solutions that demand state-of-the-art BMS systems by working diligently with our clients. Understanding of how to bid publicly, and competitively is a must for this position (Contractors, subcontractors, government issued, vendors, etc).
Ability to interpret technical specifications, construction drawing and plans.
Compromise proposals from estimating, bid documents, to final submittals.
Excellent verbal and technical written communication.
Duties & Responsibilities
- Bring forth upgrades and leads into opportunities by assigning appropriate sales process, establishing appropriate contact with the client and associated parties, identifying required project needs, constraints, & responsibility to meet customer’s HVAC system design and installation requirements.
- Gathering and validating preliminary information and performing facility walk-throughs with the client to visualize the project ahead.
- Preparing, finalizing & reviewing the preliminary proposal, and validating the preliminary offering with project team internal to sort out any outstanding issues or concerns.
- Carefully review contract terms & conditions with previously gathered information and client objectivesPresenting the proposal and negotiating price, terms, and conditions with customer and team.
Requirements
- 5+ Years experience & B.S. in engineering or related technical degree requiredMust have extensive knowledge of the.technologically sophisticated products they sell in order to explain their advantages and answer questions.
- Strong interpersonal skills are an absolute must for building and maintaining relationships with clients and prospects for effectively communicating with other members of our sales team.
- Knowledge of HVAC DDC control theory & applications, plus mechanical systems.
- Strong time management and organizational skills.
Location
Long Island City, NYJob Description
TEC is looking for a building automation controls estimator that will help the sales team in estimating and establishing projects with our teams to effectively layout the scope, agreed to work, and other facets of the developments longevity. Our ideal candidates should have experience in prior Building Management companies and HVAC projects or related HVAC and/or electrical experience. Additionally, you will need to analyze bid documents, specifications, proposals, and other documentation to prepare a proper estimate that connects schedueling, cost, and labor for the BMS development.Duties & Responsibilities
- Carefully review job specs in the laid out drawings to work on crafting the proper scope of work and necessary pieces for a firm estimate.
- Arrange a schedule of work by obtaining latest drawings, approved specifications, and additional related documents.
- Carryout extensive review of bid documents prior to bidding, analyze for completeness, accuracy, and review with other contractors for clarity.
- Share ideas and concepts with design teams to ensure jobs are properly being bid to effectively keep the scope of systems running to its most capable efficiency.
- Keep up with client relations to assure that the project is being carried out to its proper beginning phase of development.
- Develop relationships with vendors, clients, and other contractors when working on bids.
- Must be able to work on multiple estimates on a daily basis.
- Collaboratively work with project teams to ensure a professional growth from start to finish.
- Review and allocate pricing for updates and change orders and resubmit estimates as needed.
- Work hard to competitively bid as accurately as possible while utilizing high-quality vendor selections.
- Effectively write, present and communicate bids. Negotiates value, address resistance when demonstrated and closes the sale with optimal profit levels.
Requirements
- 3-5 years experience with a proven track record estimating building automation systems.
- Ability to develop credible estimates and proposals; accelerate sale process.
- Bachelors in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering Business related field.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office programs
- Creative problem solver with high energy and initiative to seek out and develop new sales opportunities
- Strong level of customer personnel and relations
- High customer service orientation and capability to follow up on project phases and handoff.