Automation Systems Technician -IV

Campus

OSU-Stillwater

Work Schedule:

Monday through Friday, 8:00 am-5:00 pm with occasional evenings and weekends.

Appointment Length:
Regular Continuous/Until Further Notice

Hiring Range: $20.00hr - $35.00/hr (contingent upon available funding)

Hourly

The Automation Systems Technician (AST) is responsible for supporting, maintaining, and advancing campus-wide building automation systems to ensure efficient operation, occupant comfort, and energy optimization across university facilities. This role encompasses a progressive range of technical responsibilities involving HVAC controls, mechanical systems, and digital automation platforms, with increasing levels of independence, complexity, and leadership across AST I through AST IV. ASTs serve as primary responders for automation system issues, providing timely customer service and resolving temperature control concerns while managing work orders related to the installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, calibration, and repair of building automation systems and associated equipment.

These systems include, but are not limited to, HVAC controls, pneumatic and hydronic systems, direct digital controls (DDC), laboratory exhaust and fume hood systems, and networked control devices. The position requires diagnosing and resolving mechanical, electrical, and network communication issues; installing and programming system hardware and controllers; and integrating new and existing systems within centralized automation platforms such as Niagara.

ASTs also perform calibration of sensors, actuators, valves, and controllers; maintain system documentation and records; and utilize engineering schematics and software tools to support system functionality and upgrades. As experience increases, ASTs take on advanced responsibilities including system optimization, control sequence design and modification, graphics and user interface development, network infrastructure maintenance, and commissioning of controllers and building systems. Higher-level ASTs provide technical leadership through project coordination, review of engineering designs, implementation of new technologies, and collaboration with engineers, contractors, and internal stakeholders to enhance system performance and energy efficiency.

In addition, ASTs are expected to mentor and train less experienced technicians, support continuous improvement initiatives, and contribute to the long‑term development and sustainability of campus automation systems. The role requires adaptability, ongoing technical learning, and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a dynamic facilities environment.

• High School/GED (degree must be conferred on or before agreed upon start date)
• Automation Sys Tech I - two (2) years of experience working in any combination of automated systems, HVAC/R, mechanical/electrical maintenance, large building temperature controls, information technology systems including network communications, IP-based controllers, or building automation software platforms; or related vocational education.
• Automation Sys Tech II - three (3) years of experience working in automated systems, HVAC/R, and large building temperature controls; or related vocational education.
• Automation Sys Tech III - five (5) years of experience working in automated systems, HVAC/R, and large building temperature controls, local and network controller administration; or related vocational education and Tridium Niagara certification. Two years of experience must include time in seat as an OSU Automation Systems Technician I or II.
• Automation Sys Tech IV - seven (7) years of experience working in automated systems, HVAC/R, and large building temperature controls,…