Building Automation Technician II

UNIVERSITY OF ARIZONA; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 31,367 - 39,206; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Sick leave and holidays

Tuition reduction

Job summary

The University of Arizona is seeking a Building Automation Technician II to maintain HVAC controls, instruments, and metering across campus. The role involves installing, calibrating sensors, upgrading controls, and responding to space-comfort calls on-site.

Qualified candidates will have a high school diploma or equivalent and at least three years of relevant experience; a valid driver’s license is required. This is a full-time, on-site position with comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum 3 years of relevant HVAC control experience or equivalent.
• Valid driver’s license required.

Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, and repair HVAC controls (pneumatic, electric, electronic).
• Test and program systems using tools and software.
• Troubleshoot and diagnose control problems on-site.
• Calibrate devices and test performance with meters and sensors.
• Provide training to apprentices and maintain a safe work area.

Skills

HVAC control systems

Reading schematics

Troubleshooting

Calibration and testing

On-site maintenance

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Lon

BACnet

N2

Distech

Honeywell

Tridium AX

Job description

Position Highlights The University of Arizona is seeking a Building Automation Technician II. The Building Automations group maintains all of the HVAC controls, instrumentation, and utility metering at the University, ensuring that building HVAC systems operate as efficiently as possible.

This involves equipment installation and maintenance, including calibrating sensors, modifying operating sequences, upgrading HVAC controls, and answering space-comfort calls to quickly troubleshoot and diagnose HVAC control problems on-site.

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Outstanding U of A benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance plans; life insurance and disability programs; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays; U of A/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; retirement plans; access to U of A recreation and cultural activities; and more!

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Duties & Responsibilities

• Installs, maintains and repairs HVAC controls, including pneumatic, electric and electronic controls.
  • Installation requires use of both hand tools and a computer to test and program the system as well as confirm operation.
  • Maintenance requires visual inspection of equipment and confirming with software optimal running performance.
• Repairing systems include troubleshooting and diagnosing both with physical components and software by replacing parts or changing the program to ensure the components are operating as intended.
• Troubleshoots and repairs HVAC control problems, including dampers, coils, HVAC steam related controls, small air handling equipment and all types of valves.
• Adjusts and calibrates pneumatic/electronic devices.
• Inspects and services controls on a scheduled basis.
• Responds to service calls and troubleshoots problems.
• Troubleshoots and tests controls using digital multi-meters, anemometers, infrared thermometers, gages, and digital/analog manometers.
• Prepares estimates for the repair and/or installation of new HVAC systems and makes recommendations for such repairs and services.
• Assists in training and developing apprentices by providing on the job instruction to basic tasks.
• Performs housekeeping duties to maintain a clean, uncluttered and safe work environment and ensures shop equipment is in proper working conditions.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Demonstrated knowledge of the tools, materials, and test equipment used in the installation, maintenance, and repair of HVAC control systems.
• Skill in installing, adjusting, and repairing HVAC control systems.
• Skill in reading and understanding schematics of electrical and electronic circuits.
• Skill in analyzing HVAC malfunctions from performance and test equipment readings and determining appropriate repairs.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift up to 40lbs.

This job posting reflects the general nature and level of work expected of the selected candidate(s). It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. The institution reserves the right to amend or update this description as organizational priorities and institutional needs evolve.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or high school diploma equivalency is required.
• Minimum of three (3) years of relevant experience is required, or an equivalent combination of education, technical training, apprenticeship training, and relevant experience that demonstrates the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and ability to drive according tothe University Fleet Safety Policy .

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in at least one HVAC control protocol (e.g. Lon, BacNet, N2).
• Experience in at least one brand of digital controls (e.g. Distech, Allerton, Honeywell).
• Experience in either procedural or graphical programming of HVAC controls.
• Experience with the use of Apps on Mobile Devices.
• Experience with Lonworks protocol.
• Experience with Tridium AXFamiliarity with Tridium R2.
• Experience working with controls from two or more of the following vendors: Distech, Johnson Controls, Trane, Barber Coleman, Circon, Invensys I/A, Siemens, Honeywell.

FLSA Non-Exempt

Full Time/Part Time Full Time

Number of Hours Worked per Week 40

Job FTE 1.00

Work Calendar Fiscal

Job Category Facilities, Grounds and Infrastructure

Benefits Eligible Yes - Full Benefits

Rate of Pay $22.77 - $28.46

Compensation Type hourly rate

Grade 6

Compensation Guidance The Rate of Pay Field represents the University of Arizona’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. The University considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, and internal equity.

Career Stream and Level OC2

Job Family Plant Operations

Job Function Facil, Grounds, & Infra

Type of criminal background check required: Name-based criminal background check (non-security sensitive)

Number of Vacancies 1

Target Hire Date

Expected End Date

Contact Information for Candidates [e-mail]

Open Date 7/29/2026

Open Until Filled Yes

Documents Needed to Apply Resume

Special Instructions to Applicant

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Paper copies of the Reports can be obtained by contacting the University Compliance Office at [e-mail].