Specialist Building Automation II

Job Description - Specialist Building Automation II (250002J7)

The Specialist Building Automation II will perform highly skilled journeyman level work in operation, maintenance, repair and installation of building automation systems and HVAC controls.

• Operate building automation systems and air conditioning controls, using various operator workstations, computers, digital interface units, and standard HVAC tools
• Respond to emergency and routine service calls to provide restoration of mechanical systems operation and control with a minimum of downtime
• Inspect, calibrate, repair, and install a wide range of control, sensing and actuating devices
• Perform emergency connections to neutralize alarm conditions and restore proper operation
• Inspect, monitor, evaluate, and adjust mechanical systems performance for proper and efficient operation including pumps, fans, valves, dampers, terminal units, heat transfer equipment, fluid flow conditions, and air and water system balance
• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance of apparatus and peripheral equipment including sensing device, controller, and controlled device
• Service and repair control valves, damper and actuators, temperature and humidity sensors, air flow and carbon dioxide sensors, controller diagnostics, installation, and commissioning
• Provide technical guidance and support including set-up, check-out, operation, and troubleshooting complex building automation and control systems; verify functional performance of systems provided

• Promote, build, and maintain good relations with the campus community
• Keep lead/supervisor informed of campus needs, systems status, and actual or potential occupant problems
• Communicate and provide analytical assistance to campus/building leaders concerning campus mechanical systems in buildings, Central Plant, and in general campus distribution to other shops and campus departments
• Deliver technical instruction and training to other technicians and personnel on basic theory, proper system operations, preventative maintenance, troubleshooting techniques, typical system failures, and corrections
• Solicit recommendations on equipment/systems operation and modification for energy conservation, efficiency, and reliability

• Keep records and prepare detailed reports
• Keep abreast knowledge of federal, state and local codes and regulations relevant to HVAC systems, and their management and operation
• Conduct extensive self‑study (reading, research, and practice) to improve and maintain technical proficiency
• Complete certifications as required by the District
• May supervise the work of one or more employees
• Demonstrate proficiency at managing, coaching, counseling and mentoring other technical professionals

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each of the above essential duties satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or abilities required unless otherwise stated as preferred. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essentials functions.

• High School diploma or GED
• Valid Texas Drivers License
• Minimum of 5 years Controls/building automation systems experience OR four years of controls/building automation systems experience AND completion of a related technical training program equivalent to one year
• Good knowledge of federal, state and local codes and regulations relevant to HVAC systems, and their management and operation
• Skilled in the use of personal computers utilizing specialized environmental control systems, as well as common word processing, spreadsheets, and database applications, HVAC related hand tools and calibration/testing equipment
• Skilled in instrumentation and calibration techniques
• Excellent verbal and written communication to plan and layout work, and to estimate time and materials needed
• Ability to analyze complex control sequences and resulting operations, and to develop innovations that solve difficult technical problems
• Strong ability to read and interpret…