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Controls Technician

Marshall University
Huntington, WV Full Time
POSTED ON 12/10/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 2/10/2026
Responsible for daily operations and maintenance of the control systems associated with HVAC and lighting controls. Performs installation, inspections, and maintenance on all types of control systems associated with building automation, digital, electronic, and electro-mechanical systems to maximize efficiency, and provide a safe and comfortable environment.

General Duties:

  • Installs, replaces, and repairs electronic building automation controllers and associated devices.
  • Interpret building and machinery documentation to troubleshoot and make repairs.
  • Identify and resolve mechanical, electrical, and programming problems.
  • Use vendor-specific software tools to troubleshoot and diagnose system problems and perform preventative maintenance tasks.
  • Read and interpret drawings and sequence of operations.
  • Inspects, tests, troubleshoots a variety of electric and electronic equipment including such hardware as sensors, control panels, input/output panels, flow meters, and relay panels as related to utility and building HVAC control systems.
  • Assists other shops with troubleshooting and repair of concerns related to HVAC, electrical, and control systems.
  • Handles emergency calls as directed during the day and after hours.
  • Maintains an organized work area, which includes cleanliness, safety, and security of materials.
  • Maintains the required tools and equipment needed for maintenance activity to aid in timely diagnoses of system or component problems.
  • Receives, completes, and creates work orders.
  • Attends the workplace regularly, reports to work punctually, and follows a work schedule to keep up with the demands of the university.
  • Maintains knowledge of state, federal, and local codes and requirements relating to maintenance and construction.
Location MU - Marshall University Salary Range $39,500 - $51,400; Salary may be increased based off education, experience, and internal equity. Salary Grade Salary Type Salary Time Type Full-Time
Qualifications

Must be able to perform all essential job duties as outlined in the job description.

Required Qualifications

Education
Associate Degree

Experience
Five years of experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience in performing a full range of tasks associated with controls and building automation systems in large institutional settings.

Preferred Qualifications

Education
Bachelors Degree

Experience
Ten years of experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience in performing a full range of tasks associated with controls and building automation systems in large institutional settings.

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number MU0921NE Open Date 08/01/2024 Close Date Open Until Filled Yes Special Instructions Summary

Salary : $39,500 - $51,400

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