Control Technician 2

Florida State University; Tallahassee (FL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Florida State University in Tallahassee is seeking a Control Technician 2 to maintain and troubleshoot complex building control systems, including HVAC, chillers, and laboratory controls. You will work with engineering teams to diagnose faults and implement reliable networked controls.

Responsibilities include calibrating sensors, coordinating with Siemens onsite support, and applying knowledge of TECs, BACnet, Modbus, KNX, and Ethernet networks to keep facilities running smoothly.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent with two years of experience, or a post high school education with two years of experience.
• 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 control, 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 and 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 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

Troubleshooting

Building systems

Network diagnostics

TEC setup

BACnet/Modbus

Education

High school diploma

Tech/Trade degree

Tools

P1

ModBus

KNX

Ethernet

Job description

Job Details

Job Title: Control Technician 2
Location: Tallahassee, FL
Regular/Temporary: Regular
Full/Part Time: Full-Time
Job ID: 63276

Department

FSU 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 control, 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 and 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 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 or equivalent 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

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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.