Building Automation Software Specialist

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

All University employees represented by AFSCME Local 1668, and non-AFSCME regular and temporary University employees, who have the present ability or required qualifications to satisfactorily perform the required work, may exercise bidding privileges on this position.

• Current AFSCME employees must complete the on-line WMU – AFSCME (bid) Sheet only.
• Non-AFSCME University employees must submit an on-line WMU – Internal Application only.
• Temporary University employees must submit an on-line WMU – Application only.

Posting Summary

College

College VP Business And Finance-DIV

Executive Area

Executive Area VP Business And Finance

Department

Department Facil Mgmt-Maintenance Service

Posting Number

Posting Number S1615P

Job Type

Job Type Full Time, Regular

Pay Type

Pay Type Nonexempt/Hourly

Pay Grade

Pay Grade ST3

Campus Location

Campus Location WMU-Kalamazoo - Main Campus

Salary Range

Salary Range $38.45 per hour plus generous benefits.

Number of Vacancies

Number of Vacancies 1

General Summary

• Monitor and adjust the full range of heating, cooling, ventilation, and refrigeration equipment using the Building Automation System ( BAS ). Implements and facilitates the Building Automation System for HVAC controls and Indoor Air Quality.

Major Duties

• Configures, analyzes, troubleshoots, and enhances programs to balance energy management with comfort control. Monitors and adjusts computer-based Building Automation systems for proper HVAC comfort and energy management.
• Diagnoses, calibrates, maintains, and repairs environmental control systems.
• Troubleshoots, maintains, inspects, modifies, and repairs heating, ventilation systems, air conditioning, and refrigeration systems and equipment.
• Attends ongoing Heating and Cooling readiness meetings weekly to insure all systems are up and running as needed.
• Provides guidance and assistance to other trades with troubleshooting, system overrides, and programming.
• Advanced Building Automation Software configuration, including systems integration, database customization, and specialty programming with the ability to configure custom reports for trends, alarms, schedules, and point lists.
• Installs, commissions, and troubleshoots controller software and communication bus issues for project needs.
• Works with Project Managers during construction projects to develop complete project programming, checkout, and project startup and sequencing of environmental control systems.
• Develops graphics in the Buildings Automation System and commissions new systems for operation.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent from an accredited institution.
• Ability to read and comprehend written instructions and safety regulations regarding the performance of job duties and have sufficient writing and mathematical skills to prepare estimates and supply requisitions.
• Ability to interpret complex blueprints, diagrams, written specifications, and operating instructions.
• Completion of a registered apprenticeship program, or an established, certified training program recognized by the University, and/or written verification of a minimum of eight (8) years’ experience at the journeyperson level in the trade.
• Advanced understanding of various communication protocols (examples LON , ASD , Mod Bus, Back Net, Back Net over IP).
• Advanced understanding of various Building Automation Systems software (examples: Tridium, Niagara N4, AX, and or R2).
• Advanced troubleshooting, operation, programming, and maintenance of various communication protocols and Building Automation software systems.
• Possess certification from one or more recognized control manufacturers.
• Possession of a Michigan Driver’s License.
• Ability to perform the essential functions of the job and use the tools of the trade.
• Complete a physical examination administered by the employer’s designated physician to determine the incumbent’s ability to perform the essential functions of the job and/or identify the need for a reasonable job accommodation.

Desired Qualifications

Special Instructions to Applicants

All University employees represented by AFSCME Local 1668, and non- AFSCME regular and temporary University employees, who…