Building Automation System Technician - ES III

Colorado State University; United States; Sur place; USD 73 000 - 91 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Colorado State University is seeking an experienced Building Automation Systems (BAS) Controls Technician and Senior Programmer to program, install, commission, troubleshoot, and support HVAC BAS across campus facilities. Lead resources for BAS operations, diagnostics, and optimization with responsibility for control drawings and sequences of operation.

Limited to facilities experience and cross-campus projects.

Qualifications

• 3 years building automation controls experience or a combination of related education and/or experience equal to 3 years.
• Unofficial or official transcripts must be attached with the application.
• Proficiency with BAS hardware and software for commissioning and retrofits is expected.

Responsabilités

• Writes and advises appropriate software programming and hardware installation for new and retro commissioning projects.
• Diagnose HVAC control system problems on an as-needed basis.
• Provide training to other staff on BAS systems and components.
• Assist in resolving and troubleshooting building automation control problems.

Connaissances

Troubleshooting HVAC controls

Windows Systems / Hardware

OPC platforms

Written & verbal communication

Attention to detail

Project support

Formation

3 years building automation experience or equivalent education/experience

Outils

JCI

Alerton

Siemens

Description du poste

Job Description

The position is located Fort Collins, CO, working in the Facilities Management Department. This position does not have formal supervisory authority. This full-time, non exempt position will be supervised by Mike Snead.

Unit Statement Building Automation Services (BAS) works to provide quality services to maintain the campus building control systems for the benefit of the university community, by providing a safe comfortable environment, conducive to the educational and research requirements of Colorado State University. BAS provides quality trade maintenance services, including mechanical (heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC), building pressure, etc.), electronic systems, and construction project management in relation to BAS HVAC systems. These services are to create and maintain a functional environment that meets or exceeds university needs for instruction, research and outreach. BAS monitors, operates, maintains, improves and expands the campus-wide BAS networked controls, graphics, and alarm management systems. Major building components affected are heating, ventilation, cooling, and building pressure. Buildings are used for instruction, research, and contain technologically advanced bio-safety level III containment and drug manufacturing facilities.

Position Summary

Experienced Building Automation Systems (BAS) Controls Technician and Senior Programmer responsible for programming, installing, commissioning, troubleshooting, and supporting HVAC building automation systems across multiple campus facilities. Provides expertise in BAS software development, controls retrofits, system upgrades, and technical training, while serving as a lead resource for control system operations, diagnostics, and optimization. Develops and updates control drawings, wiring diagrams, and sequences of operation to support equipment modernization projects and ensure reliable, efficient building performance. Responds to critical service calls requiring advanced knowledge of HVAC, electronic systems, controls, and building automation technologies. This position will close at 11:59 p.m. on October 26, 2026.

Job Duties

Building Automation Controls Technician - Writes and advises appropriate software programming and hardware installation for new, and retro commissioning projects. Diagnose all types of HVAC control system problems on an as needed basis. Provide training to other staff on systems and components related to BAS. Help resolve and troubleshoot building automation control problems.

Senior Programmer for BAS Systems - Installs/programs digital control systems for monitoring and control of university, and auxiliary building HVAC systems. Position is staff authority for all Alerton Controls BAS systems on campus and provides support and training to all other controls technicians. Create, Modify, and simulate programs for devices on campus using programming tools. Download and test functionality of modifications to insure operation.

Building BAS Control Systems Retrofit Projects and Controls Upgrades - Controls technicians will be able to seamlessly transition from older devices to new devices. In order to do so, the technician will be able to update old drawings, or create new, accurate control drawings, which will flow layouts, points schedules, sequence of operations, and wiring diagrams for each controller that is to be retrofitted.

Building BAS Controls Service Calls - Respond to work orders that require immediate attention to buildings on multiple campuses: Main Campus, parts of South Campus, East Campus, and the ARDEC Campus. These DIN (Do It Now) calls demand that the tech has knowledge in multiple disciplines including HVAC, Electrical, TAB, Telecom, HVAC system knowledge, and device/controller knowledge.

Conditions of Employment

• Pre-employment Criminal and Motor Vehicle Background Check (required for new hires)
• Pre-employment Physical Driver's License Required
• Essential Services Designation
• Shift Work
• On-call Status
• In-person

Minimum Qualifications

• To be considered for this position, candidates must demonstrate in the application materials: 3 years building automation controls experience.
• OR Education and Experience: A combination of related education and/or relevant experience in an occupation related to the work assigned equal to three (3) years.
• *Please note, unofficial or official transcripts must be attached with this application

Preferred Qualifications

• Direct experience with a major building control systems and products (e.g. JCI, Alerton, Siemens)
• Journey-level experience troubleshooting, diagnosing, and resolving major HVAC mechanical systems
• Ability to manage & troubleshoot Windows Systems / Hardware (e.g. Active Directory, domains, operating systems, VM’s, servers, switches, network management, security)
• Experience working in OPC based platforms
• Advanced knowledge of communication protocols for building automation systems
• Demonstrated attention to detail
• Demonstrated Written & Verbal communication skills required to provide professional customer service and contribute to the overall success of the team
• Any certifications, licenses, or coursework in HVAC, networking, programming, electronics, or other related disciplines that may lead to exceptional performance as a Building Automation System Technician (ESIII) at Colorado State University.

Salary Range

Salary Range $73,200 - $90,666

Employee Benefits

Colorado State University is not just a workplace; it’s a thriving community that’s transforming lives and improving the human condition through world-class teaching, research, and service. With a robust benefits package, collaborative atmosphere, and focus on work-life balance, CSU is where you can thrive, grow, and make a lasting impact.

Salary is commensurate with relevant experience and/or education and will be determined in accordance with State Classified compensation policies.

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Background Check Policy Statement

Colorado State University strives to provide a safe study, work, and living environment for its faculty, staff, volunteers and students. To support this environment and comply with applicable laws and regulations, CSU conducts background checks for the finalist before a final offer. The type of background check conducted varies by position and can include, but is not limited to, criminal history, sex offender registry, motor vehicle history, financial history, and/or education verification. Background checks will also be conducted when required by law or contract and when, in the discretion of the University, it is reasonable and prudent to do so.

Employment and Appeal Rights

Employment and Appeal Rights If you receive notice that you have been eliminated from consideration for the position, you may protest the action by filing an appeal with the State Personnel Board/State Personnel Director within 10 days from the date you receive notice of the elimination. Also, if you wish to challenge the selection and comparative analysis process, you may file an appeal with the State Personnel Board/State Personnel Director within 10 days from the receipt of notice or knowledge of the action you are challenging. Refer to Chapters 4 and 8 of the State Personnel Board Rules and Personnel Director's Administrative Procedures, 4 CCR 801, for more information about the appeals process. The State Personnel Board Rules and Personnel Director's Administrative Procedures are available at www.colorado.gov/spb. A standard appeal form is available at: www.colorado.gov/spb. If you appeal, your appeal must be submitted in writing on the official appeal form, signed by you or your representative, and received at the following address within 10 days of your receipt of notice or knowledge of the action: Colorado State Personnel Board/State Personnel Director, Attn: Appeals Processing, 1525 Sherman Street, 4th Floor, Denver, CO 80203. Fax: [phone]. Phone: [phone]. The ten-day deadline and these appeal procedures also apply to all charges of discrimination.

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