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• Job Title: Automation Controls Engineer
• Job Description
• The Automation Controls Engineer installs, maintains, troubleshoots, and repairs digital and pneumatic building control systems, HVAC systems, automatic/ADA door systems, and timekeeping systems within a school-based environment.

This role also operates and maintains building automation systems, supports event sound systems, and ensures reliable operation of mechanical and electrical infrastructure across the facility.

• Responsibilities
• + Install, operate, and maintain building automated control systems, including associated wiring for control networks.

+ Troubleshoot digital circuits and related programming to ensure reliable operation of building control systems.

+ Read and interpret electrical schematics, blueprints, and line drawings for digital control systems and line and low-voltage wiring systems.

+ Install, calibrate, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair pneumatic control systems used for building automation and HVAC.

+ Wire portable sound systems for events and monitor system performance during events, performing wiring repairs as needed.

+ Operate generators and perform scheduled preventive maintenance to ensure reliable backup power.

+ Recognize, troubleshoot, and correct generator engine problems to maintain continuous operation.

+ Maintain mechanical HVAC equipment, including performing routine and corrective maintenance.

+ Install valves and actuators, both automatic and manual, for chilled water and hot water systems.

+ Install and maintain dampers, damper actuators, and associated wiring and/or control tubing for ventilation systems.

+ Perform control adjustments, calibration, and maintenance to balance airflow for ventilation and air conditioning equipment.

+ Develop computer programs for mechanical control systems to optimize building performance.

+ Troubleshoot building HVAC systems to analyze equipment failures based on cause-and-effect relationships.

+ Perform and troubleshoot repairs to automatic and ADA-compliant doors to ensure safe and reliable operation.

+ Troubleshoot and repair clock generators and time clocks, and install new clocks and timekeeping devices as needed.

+ Support inspection and troubleshooting activities related to HVAC maintenance and HVAC systems.

+ Utilize tools and analysis platforms, such as chilled water system analysis tools, to assess system performance.

+ Perform similar or related duties as assigned or required to support building operations and facilities maintenance.

• Essential Skills
• + At least 2 years of experience working with HVAC and pneumatic building control systems.

+ Ability to install, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair digital building control systems and associated programming.

+ Proficiency in maintaining mechanical HVAC equipment, including ventilation and air conditioning systems.

+ Experience with pneumatic control systems, including installation, calibration, maintenance, and repair.

+ Knowledge of fire alarm, low-voltage, and electrical systems relevant to building controls.

+ Skill in reading and interpreting electrical schematics, blueprints, and line drawings.

+ Experience with instrumentation, calibration, and control systems for valves, actuators, dampers, and related components.

+ Ability to operate and maintain generators and troubleshoot generator engine problems.

+ Experience with automatic and ADA door systems, including troubleshooting and repair.

+ Ability to troubleshoot and repair clock generators and time clocks, and install new units.

+ Familiarity with airflow, ventilation balancing, and chilled water and hot water systems.

+ Basic computer programming skills related to mechanical control systems.

+ High school diploma or GED (High School or Equivalent).

+ Minimum of 2 years of relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of related education and experience on a 1:1 substitution basis.

+ Valid drivers license.

• Additional Skills & Qualifications
• + 3 years of experience in automation controls, HVAC, or building control systems is preferred.

+ Experience with sound systems, including wiring and monitoring portable sound systems for events.

+ Familiarity with chilled water system analysis tools and other mechanical maintenance analysis tools.

+ Experience with systems controls and automation in a facilities or institutional environment.

+ Knowledge of Autocad or similar tools for reviewing or working with system drawings.

+ Background in inspection, troubleshooting, and HVAC maintenance activities.

+ Comfort working with low-voltage and line-voltage systems in a building environment.

+ Ability to work independently and prioritize multiple maintenance and repair tasks.

+ Strong problem-solving skills with a focus on cause-and-effect analysis for equipment failures.

• Work Environment
• Work involves regular interaction with building automation systems, HVAC equipment, pneumatic controls, generators, and low-voltage and line-voltage electrical systems. The position requires time spent in mechanical rooms, plant areas, and occupied school spaces, with exposure to typical mechanical and electrical equipment conditions.
• Job Type & Location
• This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Oxford, MS.
• Pay and Benefits
• The pay range for this position is $22.

00 - $30.00/hr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your jobclassification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may besubject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefitsavailable for this temporary role may include the following:

Medical, dental & visionCritical Illness, Accident, and Hospital401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions availableLife Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)Short and long-term disabilityHealth Spending Account (HSA)Transportation benefitsEmployee Assistance ProgramTime Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

• Job Type & Location
• This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Oxford, MS.
• Application Deadline
• This position is anticipated to close on Oct 31, 2026.
• Workplace Type
• This is a fully onsite position in Oxford,MS.
• About Aerotek
• Aerotek® Inc.

provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK. Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

• San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:
• Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
• Massachusetts Lie Detector:
• It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.
• Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):
• We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates.

AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.