Building Automation Systems Assistant Supervisor, Dept. of Facility Maintenance; Thicket​/Ad

Job Description - Building Automation Systems Assistant Supervisor, Dept. of Facility Maintenance, (Turkey Thicket) 8hrs / 12mos, Ad Closes 09-28-26 (26006I9)

Job Description

Building Automation Systems Assistant Supervisor, Dept. of Facility Maintenance, (Turkey Thicket) 8hrs / 12mos, Ad Closes 09-28-26

Job Specific Information : A written and /or hands on assessment may be given.

Preference will be given to those who have both a HVAC and IT background along with supervisory experience.

The wage range for this position is between $35.91 and $52.87 per hour, based on years of service. For information about benefits, please follow the link below.

MCPS Official Job Description

Summary

Description:


Under direction, in the Office of Energy Management, in the Department of Maintenance, staff in this position provides all levels of user support and technology administration as it relates to the Energy Management Systems (EMS). This work includes analyzing and resolving problems related to workstations, networks, servers, and printers; performing systems analysis; designing and implementing configuration changes; and performing systematic back‑ups as required or assigned.

In addition to technology administration, this position will provide supervisory assistance to the EMS supervisor in communicating emergencies, scheduling, advising, directing energy technicians involved in maintaining and programming the energy management computer and related activities. Supports other energy conservation capital projects. Assignments include using EMS programs for scheduling HVAC on/off times for multi‑facility activities, preliminary troubleshooting for EMS/HVAC related issues, distribution of utility data to schools and/or related departments, explain and monitoring of EMS alarms to ensure proper functioning of HVAC system, and coordinating hardware and software maintenance repair and servicing.

Physical Demands:

Requires walking or standing for long periods; lifting and carrying up to 50 climb stairs, bend, reach, hold, grasp and turn objects; and ability to operate computer. Must be able to climb ladders and scaffolding.

Special Requirements :

Unusual hours and extensive time demands during summer and other peak periods.

Knowledge Skills Abilities:
Knowledge of standard microcomputer operating systems and the software used in a network environment;
In depth knowledge of LAN/WAN systems, hardware and software sufficient to install monitoring devices and to communicate energy data. Knowledge of multiple microcomputer and network operating systems, and proficiency at standard desktop and communications applications and protocols. Basic knowledge of EMS components and HVAC control devices, parts, and panels sufficient to troubleshoot and make standard repairs as it relates to the computer equipment.

Knowledge of computer systems and their application to energy management; software programs for modern energy management systems; design procedures for heating, ventilating and air conditioning (HVAC); and control systems including equipment selection methods, telephone communications systems as related to data transmission, and energy conservation methods as related to existing and new facilities. Ability to program, trouble‑shoot, and maintain the energy management computers.

Skill in using instruments/procedures to test and evaluate energy management computer systems as they relate to HVAC and communication systems. Working knowledge of multiple proprietary EMS interfaces used by MCPS and the ability to troubleshoot and repair control code and graphics by others is highly desired. Knowledge of DDC system network architecture for flexibility of building control and high performance in data storage and retrieval.

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