Controls Technician II

Controls Technician II

This position will routinely and consistently perform widely varying and functionally diverse controls assignments requiring in depth analysis and problem solving skills regarding complex enterprise level controls and monitoring systems. This involves highly technical work in the installation, configuration, commissioning, troubleshooting, and sustaining of the most complex controls, communications, data acquisition and instrumentation systems. Controls Technician II will independently troubleshoot enterprise level systems, implement changes and verify results;

activities can include: developing project scopes, cost estimates, acquisition of materials, managing projects, developing work procedures, and auditing;
Controls Technicians II will audit the controls schemes of existing buildings to compare to university standards and best practices and implement modifications to achieve better system effectiveness and efficiency. Controls Technicians II will audit systems, perform diagnostic tests, and identify improvements and implement programming/hardware changes. Controls Technician II will: verify that point database and programming operations are consistent with university Standard operating procedures (SOPs), intended integration and sequence;

and back up data from data servers or create automated backup procedures; troubleshoot and resolve inconsistencies in the function or sequence of operations; and contact Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) for technical support as/when needed. Controls Technicians II set up and configure PC workstations, user interfaces, data servers, IP Networking devices, protocols, mass storage devices and hubs. Controls Technicians II confirm proper network performance.

Controls Technicians II schedule with trade contractors to coordinate startup services as needed; coordinate network drops, IP addresses and monitoring tools with ECU IT Department personnel; work with equipment vendors to coordinate communication protocols, and database requirements for integration to their systems. Controls Technicians II run reports to analyze systems operation and efficiency (i.e. Commissioning Agents, Test and balance (TAB) contractors, etc.);

participate in final inspection and testing on new projects. The position often serves as a technical expert in one or more areas of HVAC, Central Plant Operations, Supervisory Controls and Data Acquisition (SCADA) Systems, or industrial instrumentation. Work is performed independently usually under the general supervision of the controls department supervisor and is evaluated through the optimization of systems operation, project management, and the effectiveness of repairs.

Controls Technicians II may also lead or be a member of a team of skilled trade's people. Level II Controls Technicians often take on more supervisory or problem-solving duties. This position may serve as a lead worker and provide input to performance management and competency assessments. Controls Technicians II may work as the liaison for a team of professionals, may delegate work and oversee contractors.

High school diploma or equivalency and two years of related experience; or equivalent combination of training and experience. Requires certification(s).

The preferred education and experience for this position is an Associate's degree or equivalent, from a two year college or technical school in HVAC, Computer Science, Industrial Instrumentation/Electronics or controls related field is preferred. Applicants should have a minimum of two years of progressive experience as a HVAC Controls or Instrumentation and Controls (I&C) technician, three to five is preferred. Understanding of the basic refrigeration process used in mechanical refrigeration and air conditioning systems;

to include terminology, safety, and identification and function of components; refrigeration cycle; and tools and instrumentation used in mechanical refrigeration systems is advantageous. Applicants should have a strong working knowledge of Microsoft Products and computers. Knowledge and understanding of any of the following areas will be advantageous: various communications protocols used in the industry including BACnet, Lon Talk and Modbus;

familiarity with networking applications; familiarity with SCADA systems;
Ethernet, TCP-IP, IP Networks and infrastructure;
Experience with Carrier-IVue, Trane, Tridium, Johnson Controls, Schneider, or Siemens. Some positions may require special licenses or certification. Applicants holding a NICET Industrial Instrumentation Level II Certification are preferred.

Candidate should possess a valid NC driver's license and be eligible to operate a state-owned vehicle in accordance with the ECU property policy.