What are the responsibilities and job description for the Building Automation Systems Technician/HVAC Mechanic (REPOST) - DW position at Operations?
November 10, 2025
(REPOST)
A N T I C I P A T E D V A C A N C Y
The following full-time position may be available immediately:
Building Automation Systems Technician/ HVAC Mechanic
District-wide
Qualifications:
- A technical certification in HVAC, BAS or related field required.
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in HVAC maintenance and BAS programming, with demonstrated experience in energy management and smart building systems.
Licenses & Certifications:
- Valid EPA Section 608 Certification (Universal preferred).
- BAS platform certifications (e.g., Niagara, Tridium, Johnson Controls, Siemens) preferred.
- Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record
Performance Responsibilities:
- Install, maintain, and troubleshoot HVAC systems including chillers, boilers, air handlers, VAVs, and split systems.
- Program, calibrate, and maintain BAS components such as sensors, actuators, controllers, and supervisory devices.
- Analyze and optimize control sequences using PID tuning, logic flow, and algorithmic adjustments to improve energy efficiency and occupant comfort.
- Perform re-tuning, commissioning, and re-commissioning of HVAC and BAS systems to restore or enhance operational performance.
- Monitor and adjust BAS programming to implement energy conservation measures (ECMs) and maintain IAQ standards.
- Apply knowledge of EPA Tools for Schools to support healthy indoor environments and proactively address IAQ concerns.
- Integrate and troubleshoot analog (0–10V, 4–20mA) and binary (on/off, dry contact) control signals.
- Collaborate with IT staff to ensure secure and reliable network communication, including firewall configurations and encrypted protocols.
- Maintain accurate documentation of system architecture, programming logic, maintenance logs, and commissioning reports.
- Interpret and work from blueprints, wiring diagrams, schematics, and sequences of operation.
- Respond to emergency HVAC/BAS issues.
- Ensure compliance with all applicable codes, safety regulations, and district policies.
- Assist with the installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of CCTV and Door Access systems as needed.
- Assist in snow removal activities. Snow removal
- Support other Operations functions by assuming all other duties as directed
Additional Requirements:
- Strong understanding of control theory, PID loops, and sequence of operations.
- Proficient in BAS programming languages, graphical interface tools, and energy analytics platforms.
- Familiarity with BACnet, Modbus, LonWorks, and other building communication protocols.
- Competent in working with 480V three-phase systems and low-voltage control wiring.
- Knowledge of energy benchmarking, trend analysis, and fault detection diagnostics.
- Ability to interpret schematics, network topologies, and system documentation.
- Strong troubleshooting, analytical, and communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a school environment.
- Experience with or willingness to learn CCTV and Door Access control systems.
Hourly Rate: $43.02
After Probationary Period Rate: $45.28
Deadline: Open Until Filled
All applicants who are interested in filling this position must apply online at www.rtsd.org. Scroll to bottom of Homepage and click on “Employment”. Current district employees, please be sure to click the “Sign-In/Register” link at the top of the page, before logging in.
Click on the following link for information pertaining to the RMESPA (Radnor Maintenance Educational Support Personnel Association) contract: https://resources.finalsite.net/images/v1684767846/radnorcom/rnxznxhb12tbyvweltnt/RMESPA.pdf
Click on the following link for information regarding benefits. Select RSMESPA, under Premium Information:
https://www.rtsd.org/people/departments/human-resources/benefits