Building Automation Systems Specialist

Building Automation Systems Specialist (260000U7)

The Building Automation Systems Specialist will install, operate and maintain the computerized direct digital electronic control systems of the building automation system for the facility and all the pneumatic operated automatic temperature control systems on all mechanical equipment in accordance with plans and specifications, operating manuals and manufacturer’s specifications. The role responds to all hospital emergencies including but not limited to leaks, odors and fire alarms.

Must have a valid driver’s license and the ability to operate hospital vehicles.

The physical demands include regular standing, walking, use of hands and fingers, reaching, talking, hearing, climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, and lifting up to 50 lbs.

• Minimum Education
  :
  Bachelor’s degree in engineering, computer science, or a related field, plus specialized training and certifications in building automation and facility management.
  OR High School Diploma or GED with 4+ years of experience in system commissioning and/or programming of DDC systems and HVAC control systems.
• Minimum Work Experience
  : 5 to 7 years of related progressive experience emphasizing automatic temperature controls, both pneumatic and DDC.
• Required Skills/Knowledge
  :
  Ability to bend, stoop, sit, stand/walk, and reach for 8‑12 hours; lift, carry, push, pull 40‑75 pounds; PC operating systems and mobile work order devices; proficiency with Intranet and Microsoft Office (Word, Excel); familiarity with automated work order systems; customer service skills.
• Required Licenses and Certifications
  :
  Valid driver’s license.

• Maintain, set up, calibrate and program all Direct Digital Control systems, sensors, stand‑alone field panels, devices and appurtenances of the Building Automation System and all pneumatically operated controllers, dampers, valves and corresponding controls of heating, ventilating and refrigeration/air‑conditioning automatic temperature control systems.
• Lubricate all bearing surfaces of dampers, valves and air‑operated motors and drives.
• Perform preventive maintenance on air and water balance heating, ventilating and air‑conditioning units to ensure optimum operations and proper environmental conditions.
• Maintain and operate air compressors (for environmental control) and all associated oil filters, regulators and drive belts.
• Design and install modifications of pneumatic controls on existing mechanical equipment for environmental control and energy conservation.
• Operate, maintain and install field panels, sensors and devices of the direct digital electronic building automation and pneumatic controls.
• Respond to, troubleshoot, evaluate and resolve temperature control related problems.

District of Columbia – Washington, Headquarters.

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Children’s National Hospital maintains a drug‑free workplace to ensure safety and compliance.