Hands-On Building Automation Assistant

VP Facilities; Blacksburg (VA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Virginia Tech is seeking a Building Automations Services Assistant to support technicians in monitoring, operating, and maintaining campus HVAC and chiller control systems. You will work with pneumatic, electric, and direct digital controls and assist with troubleshooting and modifications as needed.

The role requires an Associate degree or enrollment in related programs, strong Excel/Word skills, a valid driver’s license, and the ability to handle heavy objects and work in varying weather

Qualifications

• Associates Degree or enrollment in an Associates Degree program for Instrumentation & Control Automations Technology, or directly related field.
• Experience or coursework in programming, startup, modifying, troubleshooting and repair of direct digital control systems.
• Experience or coursework in verifying readings and measurements on building HVAC systems.
• Ability to read drawings, schematics, blueprints and job layouts.
• Experience with a variety of hand tools.
• Strong computer skills with Excel and Word.
• Valid driver's license.
• Ability to analyze complex interrelations between mechanical and electrical systems.
• Strong interpersonal and communications skills.
• Ability to safely move heavy objects (50+ pounds) and work at heights; exposed to weather conditions.
• Position designated as Emergency Personnel with possible overtime.

Responsibilities

• Assist technicians in monitoring, operating, maintaining, modifying, troubleshooting, and replacing DDC, pneumatic, electric, and electronic controls for campus HVAC and chiller systems.
• Support a healthy work environment and adhere to standards of conduct and Virginia Tech Principles of Community.
• Perform duties as requested and assist in related facilities operations as needed.

Skills

Programming

Startup experience

Troubleshooting DDC systems

HVAC readings verification

Schematics reading

Hand tools

Excel

Word

Driver's license

Interpersonal communication

Physical stamina

Education

Assoc. degree in Instrumentation & Control Automations Technology

Job description

Virginia Tech is seeking a Building Automations Services Assistant to support technicians in monitoring, operating, and maintaining campus HVAC and chiller control systems. You will work with pneumatic, electric, and direct digital controls and assist with troubleshooting and modifications as needed.

The role requires an Associate degree or enrollment in related programs, strong Excel/Word skills, a valid driver’s license, and the ability to handle heavy objects and work in varying weather