Building Automation Technician I

UMass Chan Medical School; Worcester (MA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

UMass Chan Medical School is seeking a Building Automation Technician I to ensure safe, reliable operation of campus building automation systems. Responsibilities include maintenance, diagnostics, startup assistance, and system troubleshooting to optimize HVAC and control sequences.

The role requires a Technical School or equivalent and at least 4 years in building automation, with capable programming and travel to off-site locations as needed. A valid driver's license is required.

Qualifications

• Technical School or equivalent.
• 4 years of experience in building automation, engineering, and programming background.
• Excellent understanding of HVAC or other building or electronic control systems.
• Intermediate to advanced knowledge of application programming languages.
• Skilled in programming, job start-up and checkout, and troubleshooting.
• Full understanding of the operation of HVAC controls and HVAC equipment; ability to read sequences of operation.
• Valid driver's license and ability to travel to off-site locations.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventative maintenance and diagnostics on building automation systems and components in both critical and non-critical environments.
• Test and verify system readings to ensure optimal operation.
• Troubleshoot and repair complex building control systems and components; coordinate with supervisors as needed.
• Review control programs for proper operation and efficiency of building systems.
• Use computerized management system to generate work orders and document daily tasks.
• Support maintenance trades and assist in department-wide projects and initiatives.
• Assist in snow removal and campus emergencies.
• Attend required trainings.

Skills

HVAC knowledge

Programming

Troubleshooting

Valid driver's license

Education

Technical School or equivalent

Job description

General Summary

Under the general supervision of the Director or designee, the Building Automation Technician I will be responsible for the safe, reliable and economical operation of the building automation systems. This position is responsible for executing technical service of all building control

Under the general supervision of the Director or designee, the Building Automation Technician I will be responsible for the safe, reliable and economical operation of the building automation systems. This position is responsible for executing technical service of all building control

Major Responsibilities

Repair and Preventive Maintenance

• Perform preventative maintenance and diagnostics on building automation systems and components in both critical and non-critical environments. Test and verify system readings ensuring optimal system operation.
• Perform system checkout and assist in automation systems startups. Complete and submit work orders and reports covering all aspects of each assignment and activity.
• Troubleshoot and repair complex building control systems and components. If improper operation is due to another system or faulty equipment, discusses problem with manager or immediate supervisor and advise of the best course of action. Work with other departments to arrange repairs.
• Complete adjustments, calibrations, and repairs
• Review building control programs to ensure proper operation, functionality, and efficiency of building systems

Inspections

• Participate in job site review and final completion for systems turnover.
• Perform wiring checkout and automation start-ups using provided software and tools
• Validate low voltage wiring diagrams and controls flow diagrams.

Maintenance Support

• Use computerized management system to generate work orders, complete work task assignments, document daily work, and report job hours, etc.
• Aid in the performance of routine duties, perform all work associated with all maintenance trades of an equal or lower graded classification where the work or task does not require a specific license
• Assist in department wide projects and initiatives

Supplies

• Perform tasks related to storing of parts, equipment, and supplies maintained by Building Automation Shop

Facilities Maintenance

• Assist in snow removal and campus emergencies

Continuing Education

• Attend required trainings

Required Qualifications

• Technical School or equivalent
• 4 years of experience in building automation industry, engineering, and programming background
• Excellent understanding of HVAC or other building or electronic control systems
• Intermediate to advanced knowledge of application programming languages
• Skilled in programming, job start-up and checkout, and troubleshooting
• Full understanding of the operation of HVAC controls and HVAC equipment. This includes the ability to understand written sequences of operation
• Valid drivers license
• Ability to travel to off-site locations

Preferred Qualifications

• Integration experience with BACNET, MODBUS, Etc
• Knowledge of programmable logic controllers desired

The University of Massachusetts Chan Medical School welcomes all qualified applicants and complies with all state and federal anti-discrimination laws.