EMS Controls Specialist Programmer (Multiple positions)

The California State University; Ohio; On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a vibrant community dedicated to student success and exemplary service! As an EMS Controls Specialist Programmer, you will play a crucial role in managing the University’s advanced heating and cooling systems. This position offers the chance to work with cutting-edge technology in building automation, ensuring optimal performance and energy efficiency. You will be part of a team that values diversity, equity, and inclusion, providing you with opportunities to grow personally and professionally. If you are passionate about technology and want to make a difference in a supportive environment, this role is perfect for you!

Qualifications

• Experience with HVAC systems and building automation programming.
• Ability to troubleshoot and maintain complex control systems.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for managing the University’s DDC heating and cooling systems.
• Troubleshoot and program building automation systems effectively.

Skills

Building Automation Systems

HVAC Control Systems

Troubleshooting

Programming

Data Collection

Technical Communication

Education

High School Diploma

Relevant Technical Certification

Tools

Siemens Apogee

Desigo

BACnet

Job description

Apply now Job no: 532424
Work type: Staff
Location: Northridge
Categories: Unit 6 - Teamsters Local 2010, Custodial/Facilities, Probationary, Full Time, Trades, On-site (work in-person at business location)

Position Description

CSUN strives to be a destination workplace, where everyone understands that they belong to a community that is vital in advancing student success and providing exemplary service to all stakeholders. We foster an environment of success, both for our students and our employees. We have a relentless passion for celebrating diversity, equity, and inclusion as well as being an employer of choice. You will also have the opportunity to realize your own personal goals and be recognized for the work you do, and enjoy the unique value the CSUN community can offer. If this sounds like you, you’ve come to the right place. Learn more: CSUN.

Major Duties

• Under general supervision, and as part of the Central Plant Shop, the EMS Controls Specialist Programmer is responsible for the University’s Direct Digital Control (DDC) heating and cooling systems, Siemens Apogee, Desigo and BACnet for the control of the Central Plant, Satellite Plant, Cooling Towers, and various connected devices through the control network.
• Monitors, troubleshoots, designs, modifies, calibrates, and programs system features and responds to troubleshoot technical and mechanical problems, either remotely or on-site.
• Works with campus energy management personnel to maintain metering devices, ensure continuous data collection, and provide data output.
• Serves as department specialist on building automation systems, including conceiving, constructing, writing, installing, and maintaining simple to complex building automation system programs, routines and sub-routines.
• Serves as lead building automation system scheduler responsible for instituting and altering building, area and room schedules.
• Progressively responsible skilled journey-level experience diagnosing, repairing and maintaining large, complex and sophisticated heating, ventilation, refrigeration and air conditioning and water treatment systems.
• Experience installing, inspecting, servicing, repairing, replacing and calibrating building automation and comfort systems.
• Experience using programming features of building automation systems.
• Possession of a valid CA Driver’s License is required.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Complete knowledge and understanding of front end Siemens Apogee, Desigo and BACnet DDC system functionality, software programming, implementation, updates/upgrades and scheduling.
• Familiarity with major brands of HVAC control systems such as Siemens, Johnson, Honeywell, and ALC.
• Thorough understanding of electric, electronic, pneumatic, and digitally controlled building automation systems including assigned building automation systems; thorough knowledge of the theory and operation of major types of refrigeration and air conditioning equipment.
• Ability to read, interpret, and work from blueprints, plans, drawings, and specifications and make rough sketches; ability to effectively and accurately maintain records, retrieve data, and prepare standard reports using manual and/or computerized record-keeping systems.
• Ability to interact and communicate in an effective and dependable manner, as well as establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with clientele such as students, staff, faculty, and co-workers.
• Ability to demonstrate professionalism in entering occupied areas including student residential halls, faculty and staff offices and other university spaces. Physically able to climb ladders, access HVAC/R systems, lift up to 50 lbs. and work in tight spaces.

General Information

• This job opening will remain OPEN UNTIL FILLED.
• This position is a sensitive position as designated by the CSU.
• A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily.
• Candidates should apply by completing the CSUN on-line application. To submit an application and for more detailed information on the application and hiring process, please visit this link: CSUN Careers.

CSUN is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination on the basis of race or ethnicity, religion or religious creed, nationality, age, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, medical condition, marital status, veteran or military status, and disability. Reasonable accommodations will be provided for applicants with disabilities who self-disclose by contacting Recruitment Services at 818-677-2101.