Automation Controls Technician

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 56,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc. in Omaha seeks an Automation Controls Technician to install, operate, and maintain Energy Management & Controls Systems (EMCS). The role involves responding to HVAC calls, monitoring systems, and performing preventative maintenance. Candidates must have a High School Diploma and one year of experience. The position offers a pay range of $56,000 - $66,000 and follows a Monday to Friday schedule without remote options.

Qualifications

• One year in installation, diagnostics, and repair of automated controls for HVAC systems.
• Valid Driver’s License required.

Responsibilities

• Respond to 'Hot & Cold' calls, repair pneumatic and DDC VAV box controls.
• Monitor campus systems from the Tridium front-end.
• Diagnose problems with AHUs and VFDs.

Skills

HVAC systems

control theory for building HVAC

diagnostics and repair of automated controls

Education

High School Diploma

Associate’s degree in HVAC Systems Technology or Electronics Technology

Job description

Automation Controls Technician

The University of Nebraska at Omaha is an equal opportunity employer committed to preventing and eliminating discrimination based on race, color, ethnicity, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, and political affiliation. We do not condone or tolerate discrimination or retaliation.

Position Summary

Perform installation, operation, and maintenance of the Energy Management & Controls Systems (EMCS) to monitor and control environmental conditions in campus buildings. Requires knowledge of HVAC systems, control devices, control theory for building HVAC, and the ability to complete assigned tasks with minimal supervision.

Compensation

• Pay: $56,000 - $66,000 (Hourly)

Work Schedule

• Monday – Friday 8:00​am – 5:00​pm


• 12‑month appointment term


• No remote/telecommute opportunity

Job Duties

• Hot & Cold Calls (30%) – Respond to “Hot & Cold” calls, repair pneumatic and DDC VAV box controls with assistance, calibrate and replace pneumatic T‑stats and other miscellaneous pneumatic equipment.


• Monitor Tridium Front‑End System (15%) – Monitor campus system from the Tridium front‑end and identify problems.


• Diagnose Problems (15%) – Diagnose problems with AHUs and VFDs; repair or reset if necessary.


• Repair of HVAC Systems (10%) – Assist other University personnel in the operation and repair of HVAC systems.


• Perform Preventative Maintenance (10%) – Perform preventative maintenance on control systems.


• Energy Metering Systems (10%) – Diagnose and repair problems with the energy metering systems with assistance.


• Work Orders (5%) – Document completed preventive maintenance and work order requests using the Computer Maintenance Management System (CMMS).


• Work Alongside Outside Contractors (5%) – Work alongside outside contractors for the installation and commissioning of EMCS in new construction and renovation projects.

Required Qualifications

• Education: High School Diploma


• Experience: One year in installation, diagnostics, and repair of automated controls for HVAC systems


• License/Certification: Valid Driver’s License


• Additional Qualifications: None

Preferred Qualifications

• Education: Associate’s degree in HVAC Systems Technology or Electronics Technology


• Experience: Prior experience with Niagara/Tridium & Staefa systems; experience with lighting controls and utility metering systems


• License/Certification: None listed


• Additional: Compliance Requirements

Compliance Requirements

• Credit Check: No


• Motor Vehicle Licensing Validity Check: Yes


• Pre‑employment Physical: Yes


• Drug Screen: Yes

Applicant Documents

• Required: Resume


• Optional: Cover Letter