HVAC Automation Controls Technician

WVU Medicine; Keyser (WV); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

PVH Potomac Valley Hospital is seeking an experienced Facilities Engineering Technician to operate and maintain building automation and HVAC control systems across the campus. You will lead troubleshooting, repair, and programming of BAS/DDC equipment and interface with central control systems.

Responsibilities include calibration, commissioning, software maintenance, and coordination with project managers, engineers, and vendors to optimize energy use and indoor air quality.

Qualifications

• Five (5) years of experience installing and/or repairing commercial and/or industrial HVAC systems.
• Two (2) years of experience operating, maintaining, and repairing Building Automation Systems.
• BACnet and LonWorks experience.
• Experience with Siemens, Automated Logic, Johnson Controls, Trane, and Reliable control systems.

Responsibilities

• Provide BAS field support for safe, reliable, energy-efficient operation and maintenance campus-wide.
• Maintain, calibrate, troubleshoot and repair building automation and HVAC systems.
• Work with project managers, engineers and technicians on installation, programming and commissioning.
• Evaluate repair options for cost effectiveness and total cost of ownership.
• Interpret as-built blueprints and recommend system modifications for remodels.
• Program BAS databases and sequences; monitor, troubleshoot, and tune control systems.
• Perform software maintenance, patches, backups, and antivirus updates on BAS/EMCS.
• Coordinate 3rd party vendor integrations and software-related tasks.
• Document daily assignments, preventive maintenance, and equipment logs.

Skills

BAS knowledge

DDC knowledge

HVAC systems knowledge

Blueprints / schematics

Low voltage wiring diagrams

IT networking & IT applications

Test instruments & calibration tools

Basic hand tools

Education

High school diploma or GED

Post-secondary training (technical school, apprenticeship, or college)

Valid driver’s license

Tools

Siemens BAS

Automated Logic

Johnson Controls

Trane

Reliable control systems

Job description

Under the direct supervision of the Facilities Engineering Manager or designee, responsible for operation and maintenance of WVUH facilities’ HVAC control systems and components. Leads trouble‑shooting and repair efforts on commercial grade heating, ventilating, and air conditioning (HVAC) systems and multi‑zone systems that incorporate pneumatic, electronic, and/or programmable logic controls. Creates drawings or plans for HVAC modifications, and leads the installation of components that require controls programming and linkage to the WVUH central control system(s). Performs work in the operation, inspection, testing, servicing, and maintenance of mechanical, pneumatic, electronic, and direct digital controls (DDC) for heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) and related building systems to ensure reliable, safe, and efficient operations. Responsible for the coordination of all applicable maintenance and repair work practices, quality standards, policies and procedures to assure maximum efficiency on hospital building systems and equipment.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma or GED equivalent
• Completion of training beyond high school (i.e., technical school, apprenticeship, trade schools or college)
• Valid Driver’s License – must be maintained during employment period.

EXPERIENCE

• Five (5) years of experience installing and/or repairing commercial and/or industrial HVAC systems

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION, CERTIFICATION, AND/OR LICENSURE

• Certified Control Systems Technician (CCST) from the International Society of Automation (ISA)
• Refrigerant Recovery and Recycling Equipment Certification

EXPERIENCE

• Two (2) years of experience operating, maintaining, and repairing Building Automation Systems.
• BACnet and/or LonWorks protocol experience.
• Experience working with Siemens, Automated Logic, Johnson Controls, Trane, and Reliable control systems

CORE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provides engineering field support and expertise for BAS used in the daily operation and control of facility HVAC system to insure safe, reliable, and energy efficient operations and maintenance for all BAS installed campus wide.
• Responsible for maintenance, calibration, troubleshooting and repairing of building automation systems, HVAC systems, and related equipment and systems.
• Works with project managers, engineers and other technicians to provide installation, programming and commissioning of automation and controls systems.
• Assures all repairs are cost effective by evaluating the options available, considering total cost of repairs and taking action appropriately.
• Interprets as-built building blueprints and recommends system modifications for remodel projects in accordance with applicable regulations.
• Programs BAS databases and sequences of operation, monitors, troubleshoots and tunes control systems resulting in optimized building equipment operation, energy utilization, indoor air quality and comfort. Modifies programming and graphics as necessary. Diagnoses, troubleshoots and resolves software issues on installed Building Automation and Energy Management Systems.
• Performs DDC controls troubleshooting and optimization of systems.
• Performs software preventative maintenance on installed Building Automation and Energy Management Systems. This includes implementing software patches and updating antivirus solutions, database back-ups, control system analysis, network analysis, and equipment controls performance testing.
• Provides technical solutions and support for data collection, analysis, dash boarding and other support to Maintenance, Metering, and other utilities. Maintains and improves systems and processes to increase throughput and efficiency.
• Performs software only and software/hardware upgrades to building automation systems.
• Coordinates and supports all software related functions including 3rd party vendor integrations.
• Evaluates quality of work performed be Facilities Engineering Technicians, addresses deficiencies in a timely manner
• Supports the sustainability program goals for energy savings through the ongoing maintenance, operation, and optimization of the building automation systems and building performance analytics.
• Assists maintenance technicians in the installation, repair and replacement of various HVAC components or systems.
• Develops reporting and maintains daily documentation on temperature and humidity on all operating rooms and Specialized procedure rooms across WVUH (Pharmacies, Endo, Cancer Treatment, etc.)
• Performs design review and provides input on new building automation controls projects.
• Maintains, updates or creates, all required documentation, including mechanical, pneumatic, and DDC system schematics. Additionally, maintains all required installation, operation, and maintenance manuals.
• Maintains accurate and complete documents of all daily routine assignments, preventive maintenance, and repairs for all equipment. Ensures documentation is accurate, complete and timely.
• On a daily basis, completes and documents all assigned work orders, equipment logs, and daily time sheets.
• Provides training for technicians in preventative maintenance, systems, policy and procedures through on-the-job training.
• Maintains and assures technical competence in the Facilities Engineering field by attending in-services, assisting outside contractors, reading trade literature and attending schools.
• Performs research and testing procedures on hospital systems and equipment to assure maximum efficiency.
• Evaluates equipment for planned replacement, evaluates existing equipment for future updates and replacements.
• Monitors and responds to alarm conditions on any WVUH Building Automation System
• Understand the Hospital’s cost reduction goals and promote ways to achieve cost savings recommendations in the Facilities Engineering department.
• Maintains technical competence in the Facilities Engineering field by attending in-services, reading trade literature, and schools

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Must have the physical capability to stand, walk, reach, climb, and ascend/descend stairs and ladders, for a maximum of six (6) to eight (8) hours.
• Must have the physical capability to lift and/or carry 1‑15 pounds for a maximum of six (6) to eight (8) hours and 15 to 60+ pounds for a maximum of two (2) hours.
• Must have the physical capability to push and/or pull 1‑15 pounds for a maximum of six (6) to eight (8) hours and 15 to 90+ pounds for a maximum of two (2) hours.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT

• Uses proper precautions in the performance of duties in which the following exposures may occur: temperatures above 100~F and/or below 45~F for sustained periods; heights above 6 feet, i.e., ladders, scaffolding, etc.: vibrations; skin and/or lung irritants such as solvents, paints, lubricants, etc.
• Appropriate dress for above-mentioned exposures is required.
• Use of Safety equipment is required.
• Use of protective wear, such as goggles, gloves, boots, masks, etc., is required.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Knowledge and understanding in the functionality of Building Automation Systems (BAS), including software, engineering and commissioning tools, Direct Digital Controls systems (DDC) and field devices. Knowledge of the start-up and commissioning of BAS.
• In-depth knowledge of building system technologies.
• Ability to anticipate tasks and prioritize assignments.
• Ability to read low voltage electrical wiring diagrams.
• Ability to understand and follow complex instructions.
• Ability to understand control wiring diagrams.
• Proficiency with test instruments and calibration tools.
• Knowledge of system networking and IT applications
• Skill in the use of basic hand tools and testing equipment.
• Knowledge and understanding of the HVAC system functions and applications, including understanding written sequence of operations.

Additional Job Description

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Shift

Exempt/Non-Exempt

United States of America (Non-Exempt)

Company

PVH Potomac Valley Hospital

Cost Center

606 PVH Facilities Engineering

Address

100 Pin Oak Lane
Keyser
West Virginia

Equal Opportunity Employer

West Virginia University Health System and its subsidiaries (collectively "WVUHS") is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. WVUHS strictly prohibits and does not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants, or any other covered persons because of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), age, physical or mental disability, citizenship, past, current, or prospective service in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. All WVUHS employees, other workers, and representatives are prohibited from engaging in unlawful discrimination. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, training, promotion, discipline, compensation, benefits, and termination of employment.