K2 Staffing

EMS Senior Technician (LAUSD Construction)

K2 Staffing  •  Los Angeles, CA (Onsite)  •  17 days ago
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Job Description

We are seeking an experienced EMS Senior Technician to support HVAC Direct Digital Controls (DDC) and Energy Management Systems (EMS) operations for projects with the Los Angeles Unified School District (LAUSD)

This role is ideal for a hands-on HVAC controls professional with strong troubleshooting, commissioning, preventive maintenance, and energy management experience. The ideal candidate will have experience working with multiple DDC platforms, a solid understanding of HVAC systems and basic networking principles, and the ability to identify energy-saving opportunities while supporting EMS operations across District facilities.

Duties & Responsibilities

HVAC DDC & EMS Support

  • Assist with maintaining and repairing HVAC Direct Digital Controls (DDC) and Energy Management Systems (EMS)
  • Support EMS operations alongside technical quality support teams
  • Assist with EMS and DDC design reviews and submittal reviews
  • Perform troubleshooting, calibration, and repair of HVAC DDC systems and basic electrical issues

Energy Management & Preventive Maintenance

  • Review utility and energy usage data to identify opportunities for recommissioning and retro-commissioning
  • Analyze EMS alarms and system data to identify:
    • Preventive maintenance opportunities
    • Low-cost/no-cost energy conservation measures
    • Facility improvement opportunities
  • Assist in implementing energy-saving solutions across District facilities

Field Operations & Site Assessments

  • Conduct site visits to inspect and evaluate EMS/DDC conditions
  • Scope and support low-cost repair solutions and system improvements
  • Respond to field trouble calls and resolve operational issues efficiently
  • Support in-house commissioning projects and startup activities

Technical Coordination & Support

  • Assist installation personnel and contractors with system troubleshooting and commissioning support
  • Support project teams during static and dynamic startup phases
  • Maintain organized documentation of field activities and system performance

Qualifications & Requirements

Required Experience

  • Minimum 3+ years of professional experience as an HVAC DDC Technician
  • Strong understanding of:
    • HVAC operations
    • Direct Digital Controls (DDC) systems
    • Energy Management Systems (EMS)
    • Basic electrical troubleshooting
  • Understanding of computer networking principles including:
    • Configuration
    • Maintenance
    • Troubleshooting
  • Ability to:
    • Wire HVAC DDC systems
    • Perform startups
    • Troubleshoot HVAC controls issues

Required Education

  • Associate or Bachelor’s degree in:
    • Mechanical Engineering
    • Electrical Engineering
    • Computer Science
    • Information Technology
    • Or related field

OR

  • Two-year technical degree in:
    • HVAC
    • Electronics
    • Related technical studies
  • Additional experience may substitute for education on a year-for-year basis

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience with multiple DDC platforms including:
    • Automated Logic
    • Carrier
    • Delta
    • Distech
    • Schneider Electric
    • Trane
  • Experience with:
    • Commissioning and retro-commissioning
    • Startup troubleshooting
    • Supporting installation teams and contractors onsite
  • Strong problem-solving, communication, and organizational skills
K2 Staffing

About K2 Staffing

K2 Staffing has been constructed on one of the most solid foundations in the industry, with roughly 40 years of combined business and recruiting knowledge. Through our vast experience, we understand locating and attracting the right talent can be comparable to ascending K2 - difficult, sometimes impossible, and completely savage. With that said, we take a very methodical approach with our process, including a detailed discovery process ultimately leading to a customized plan of action for each of our clients. Our “high-tech, soft-touch” technique produces results that cannot be denied. We have embraced technology to its fullest, which provides us with top-quality candidates to choose from. That, however, does not disclude how important it is to roll up our sleeves and connect with people on a human level, avoiding short-term arrangements, disappointment, and a tremendous waste of time and money for all parties involved.

Whether you are a candidate seeking to locate a company to represent for the long haul, or you are a hiring manager for an organization searching for that 1 in a million, K2 Staffing is here to assist you. Utilizing our “high-tech, soft-touch” approach, we will successfully diagnose the needs and desires of both our clients and candidates, resulting in the perfect connection for years to come.

Industry
HR & Recruiting
Company Size
1-10 employees
Headquarters
Carlsbad, California
Year Founded
2019
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