Control Technician 1

Florida State University; Tallahassee (FL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Florida State University in Tallahassee is seeking a Control Technician 1 to support complex building systems including HVAC controls, sensors, and networked controllers. The role focuses on advanced troubleshooting, calibration, and coordination with on-site Siemens technicians and energy engineers.

The ideal candidate holds a high school diploma with two years of experience or an equivalent technical credential, along with a valid Florida or Georgia driver's license.

Qualifications

• High school diploma and two years' experience or a post high school education and experience equal to two years.
• A valid Florida or Georgia driver's license or the ability to obtain one upon hire.

Responsibilities

• Perform advanced troubleshooting tasks for complex building systems such as variable speed drive replacement, machine specific controllers repair or replacement, air compressors controls, boiler controls, heat exchangers, fume hoods, lab controls, and chiller controls.
• Perform network diagnostics for FLN and BLN Ethernet and other communication systems. Must be able to set up TECs on BACNet, P1, ModBus, KNX and other networks used in the control systems.
• Perform all tasks as described in the Maintenance Technician position description including basic mechanical, electrical, control, and plumbing tasks.
• Perform calibrations for sensors, controllers, flow meters, and other measurement devices.
• Coordinate with the Siemens onsite support technician to identify and repair components causing system faults. Coordinate with the energy engineer and other FSU team members to resolve complex system problems.

Skills

Advanced troubleshooting

Network diagnostics

Sensor calibration

Education

High school diploma

Two years' experience or equivalent education

Technical or vocational degree

Job description

Job Title: Control Technician 1

Location: Tallahassee, FL

Regular/Temporary: Regular

Full/Part Time: Full-Time

Job ID: 63818

Department

Facilities Maintenance

Responsibilities

• Perform advanced troubleshooting tasks for complex building systems such as variable speed drive replacement, machine specific controllers repair or replacement, air compressors controls, boiler controls, heat exchangers, fume hoods, lab controls, and chiller controls.
• Perform network diagnostics for FLN and BLN Ethernet and other communication systems. Must be able to set up TECs on BACNet, P1, ModBus, KNX and other networks used in the control systems.
• Perform all tasks as described in the Maintenance Technician position description including basic mechanical, electrical, control, and plumbing tasks.
• Perform calibrations for sensors, controllers, flow meters, and other measurement devices.
• Coordinate with the Siemens onsite support technician to identify and repair components causing system faults. Coordinate with the energy engineer and other FSU team members to resolve complex system problems.

Qualifications

High school diploma and two years' experience or a post high school education and experience equal to two years. A relevant Technical or vocational degree may substitute for experience.

A valid Florida or Georgia driver's license or the ability to obtain one upon hire.

University Information

One of the nation's elite research universities, Florida State University preserves, expands, and disseminates knowledge in the sciences, technology, arts, humanities, and professions, while embracing a philosophy of learning strongly rooted in the traditions of the liberal arts and critical thinking. Founded in 1851, Florida State University is the oldest continuous site of higher education in Florida. FSU is a community steeped in tradition that fosters research and encourages creativity. At FSU, there’s the excitement of being part of a vibrant academic and professional community, surrounded by people whose ideas are shaping tomorrow’s news!

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Veterans' Preference

Certain service members and veterans, and the spouses and family members of such service members and veterans, Certain service members and veterans, and the spouses and family members of such service members and veterans, receive preference and priority, and certain service members may be eligible to receive waivers for post secondary educational requirements, in employment by the state and its political subdivisions and are encouraged to apply for the positions being filled. Veterans' Preference applies to University Support Personnel System (USPS) positions only.

Considerations

This is an USPS (University Support Personnel System) position.

This position requires successful completion of a criminal history background check.

Equal Employment Opportunity

FSU is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.