Building Automation Technician - Norfolk, United States - Old Dominion University

Old Dominion University

Verified Company

Norfolk, United States

3 weeks ago

Posted by:

Mark Lane

beBee recruiter

Description

Posting Details:

Posting Details
Working Title
Building Automation Technician
Position Number
00667A
Department
FAC MNGT MECHANICAL/ELECTRICAL
Location
Norfolk, VA
Type of Position
Classified
Type of Job

EEO Category

C Technicians
To provide the technical expertise necessary to efficiently manage modern "Smart Buildings" and optimize energy efficiency in campus facilities. The position will be integral to the energy management team. The sophistication of the technology associated with Smart Buildings as it relates to HVAC controls, fire/safety and electrical systems continues to increase rapidly and requires a thorough understanding of a variety of disciplines including mechanical, electrical and electronic engineering principles along with a strong background in operations and maintenance of HVAC equipment and utility billing. This position will report to the HVAC supervisor and work very closely with the HVAC shop or the maintenance shops.

Type of Recruitment

Knowledge, skills and abilities
Strong oral and written communication skills, including the ability to explain technical information to technical and non-technical people. Proficient skill in the use of Microsoft Office software and database related software. Basic network configuration skills.

Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot with proper test equipment such as digital meters, pressure gauges, temperature probes and flow meters to identify system faults and provide repair solutions.

Demonstrated ability to review HVAC equipment for optimum energy strategies.

Demonstrated ability to read and understand a variety of mechanical and electrical drawings to include control drawings, electronic schematics, electrical diagrams and construction drawings.

Special licenses, registration or certification

Valid driver's license and insurable driving record.
Education or training
None
Level and type of experience
Extensive work experience in the mechanical / controls field or equivalent line of work. Considerable experience in the commercial HCAV controls and energy management systems including the operation, programming, calibration and repair of electronic building automation systems.
Additional Considerations (supplemental knowledge, skills, abilities, education, experience, licensure, certification)
Certification in building automation/controls. Master's Mechanical license. Extensive experience in creating and updating system level graphics for the campus BMS system. Extensive experience with at least five projects involving commissioning/retrocommissioning of buildings or other expertise with energy conservation techniques. Extensive understanding of Siemens Insight Programming in a large institutional setting. Working experience with some type of CAD program. Some experience working with a computerized maintenance management system to track work orders, labor, and materials used.
Conditions of Employment

This is an open until filled recruitment. This recruitment may close after the five-day required posting period when a suitable pool of applicants has been generated.

Annual Salary/Hourly Rate

Salary commensurate with education and experience
Posting Detail Information
Job Requisition Number
S02611
Job Open To
General Public
Open Date
04/15/2024
Close Date

Open Until Filled

Yes
Special Instructions Summary
N/A
Criminal Background Check
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The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or consistent with contractor's legal duty to furnish information.

Supplemental Questions:

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

Do you have a valid driver's license and an insurable driving record?
Yes
No
Please describe your experience in commercial HVAC controls and energy management systems including the operation, programming, calibration and repair of electronic building automation systems. (Open Ended Question)

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