Building Automation Control Technician

Building Automation Control Technician
Center for Education Services
Grade 13 of the ESP Salary Scale ($28.77 - $52.05)
8 Hours/Day, 12-Month Work Year
Reports to Manager of Facilities Maintenance
Employee Benefits Summary

Role Overview
Responsible for operation of building automation control system. Continuous monitoring of building controls and remediation of temperature and comfort problems associated with building systems. Analyze energy use and create methods and make recommendations to ensure alignment with district policies, external regulations, and national standards. Work closely with Automated Building Control contractor to find and implement accurate and complete resolutions to building control issues. Optimize the heating, lighting, and air conditioning systems across the district to obtain the most efficient use of energy resources. The Building Automation Control Technician is also responsible for scheduling district HVAC resources for special events.

Minimum Requirements

• Four (4) years of experience in:
  • The maintenance and operation of HVAC and building controls including pneumatic, electric, DDC and software integration components.
  • Using building automation systems using TAC I/A series controls and Schneider Electric StruxureWare.
  • HVAC control applications using logic IP, BACnet and LON networking.
  • Using tools and instruments to perform testing and calibration of building automation equipment components.
• Working knowledge of energy savings procedures and methods to achieve savings through building automation, including introducing new control sequences as needed.
• Working knowledge of ASHRAE standards as applied to building automation and human comfort.
• Be available for after-hours calls as needed.
• Be able to communicate effectively with co-workers and contractors.
• Be able to operate efficiently within the confines of a computerized maintenance management system (CMMS) to effectively initiate a work order for repairs.
• Must have good “follow through” skills, including the ability to direct contractors.
• Regular and predictable attendance is an essential function of this position.
• Ability to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodations.

Preferred Qualifications

• AA Degree or Technical degree and/or four (4) years of industry related technical field experience including HVAC Systems, DDC Systems and automation software and device calibration.
• OSHA Certification.
• International Society of Automation, Certified Control Systems Technician or Certified Automation Professional.
• State of Maryland Electrical or HVAC license.
• Work experience in K-12 educational setting.

Role Responsibilities

• Perform daily monitoring of all buildings and HVAC equipment and ensure equipment operates at its most effective settings considering current and impending weather conditions.
• Using the CMMS, create repair work orders for any deficiency found as result of daily monitoring and ensure proper priority is assigned based on seriousness of need.
• Monitor school buildings to ensure optimum performance standards are achieved. Fine tune systems as new programs and sequences are developed.
• Perform building surveys and energy audits and recommend improvements of controls and sequences of operation to optimize comfort and efficiency.
• Complete documentation using Microsoft Office products, Adobe, CMMS, and various other software.
• Perform Retro Commissioning of controls and Building Automation Systems.
• Perform analysis of sequences of operations and design parameters to ensure equipment is performing efficiently as designed.
• Perform work in mechanical rooms, hardhat areas, confined spaces; climb stairs/ladders, maneuver in and around pipework and air ducts and work safely.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Environmental Factors and Physical/Mental Requirements

• Ability to sufficiently and efficiently move throughout the building and grounds for extended periods.
• Must have the use of sensory skills to effectively communicate and interact with others as normally defined by the ability to see, read, talk, and hear.
• Ability to maintain emotional control under stress.
• Ability to move, raise, lower, and carry objects up to 50 lbs. on a regular basis.M
• Must be able to operate powered equipment.
• Must be able to bend, crouch, stoop, reach, walk stairs, climb, and shovel.
• Will be subjected to loud noises, dust, fumes, and hot and cold outdoor temperatures.