HVAC Controls Technician I - Enterprise Physical Operations
CP00001 Washington University in St Louis
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Job summary
Washington University in St. Louis seeks an HVAC Controls Technician to support the Enterprise Physical Operations team. The role involves troubleshooting and calibrating building automation sensors and controllers across various HVAC equipment to ensure reliable environment control.
The position emphasizes experience with Johnson Controls Metasys or similar BAS systems, along with strong communication and problem-solving skills. On-site work environment and safety training are required.
Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent required.
- Four years of experience in Facilities HVAC with tech support of JCI, Schneider Electric, Phoenix Controls or equivalent BAS system.
- Trade School Diploma in HVAC, Building Automation, or related field.
Responsibilities
- Troubleshoot and calibrate HVAC sensors and controllers for air handling units, VAV boxes, pumps and fans.
- Respond to HVAC controls work orders under supervision and help resolve system problems.
- Support evaluation and modification of basic control sequences and help identify hardware or software issues.
- Conduct routine calibration, testing and documentation of HVAC systems and controls.
- Assist with software updates, downloads and verification of BAS systems.
- Communicate with customers and team members to support issue resolution and maintain service quality.
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Job description
Location ST. LOUIS, MO 63110
Scheduled Hours 40
The Enterprise Physical Operations, Infrastructure, Capital Programs & Real Estate (EPO) department at WashU provides integrated operational, infrastructure, planning, and facility services that support the university’s mission of excellence in education, research, patient care, and community engagement. Guided by our PRIDE+ Core Values of Professionalism & Planning, Respect & Responsibility, Integrity & Integration, Dedication & Delivery, Excellence & Enterprise Alignment, and Accountability & Stewardship, EPO fosters a culture centered on collaboration, strategic partnership, innovation, accountability, and service excellence across the university enterprise. EPO manages and supports 28 million gross square feet across 235+ buildings and associated infrastructure systems, encompassing academic, research, clinical, residential, administrative, and support facilities across the university’s campuses and operations. Our teams provide strategic leadership and operational expertise in facility management, infrastructure services, capital project delivery, real estate operations, planning, sustainability, engineering, maintenance, environmental services, public safety support, and enterprise operational services. EPO creates and maintains safe, innovative, efficient, mission-driven environments that support our students, faculty, staff, patients, researchers, and community partners.
For additional information and to hear directly from members of our team, please visit: https://facilities.med.wustl.edu/Careers/
- Assists in troubleshooting, adjusting, and calibrating HVAC building automation system sensors and controllers for equipment such as air handling units, VAV boxes, pumps, and fans.
- Responds to work orders related to HVAC controls issues under supervision and assists in resolving system problems.
- Supports evaluation and modifications of basic control sequences and assists with identifying hardware or software issues.
- Performs routine calibration, testing, and documentation of HVAC systems and controls.
- Assists with software updates, downloads, and verification of BAS systems.
- Communicates with customers and team members to support issue resolution and maintains service quality.
- Reads and interprets basic plans, diagrams, and technical documentation.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
- Job Location/Working Conditions: Stockroom or warehouse. Exposure to blood-borne pathogens.
- Exposure to chemicals. High noise environment. Requires extensive safety training.
- Requires protective devices. Dust, dirt, grease or other disagreeable elements.
- Exposure to moving machinery. Exposure to animals (trips to DCM). Patient care setting.
- Works inside and outside, in dusty and dirty places where temperatures may exceed 100° and equipment may be oily and greasy.
- Employee may be required to work in the vicinity of labs containing bio-hazardous radioactive substances.
- Exposure to wet and cold conditions, as well as noise and vibration from operation equipment.
- Must be able to work in morgues, gross anatomy and pathology laboratories.
- Patient care setting.
- Exposure to moving machinery. Exposure to animals (trips to DCM). Patient care setting.
- Ability to move to on and off-campus locations.
- Typically sitting at desk or table.
- Typically bending, crouching, stooping
- Typically standing or walking.
- Repetitive wrist, hand or finger movement.
- Using tools requiring high dexterity.
- Frequent lifting 25 lbs. or more
- Occasional lifting (25 lbs. or less).
- Occasional lifting (25 – 50 lbs.).
- Equipment: Office equipment. Simple hand tools. Necessary tools associated with duties.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties performed by the personnel so classified. Management reserves the right to revise or amend duties at any time.
High school diploma or equivalent high school certification or combination of education and/or experience.
No specific certification/professional license is required for this position.
Relevant Skill Trade Functions (2 Years)
Four years of experience in Facilities HVAC, including Technical Support of Johnson Controls, Schneider Electric, Phoenix Controls or Equivalent BAS System, preferably in a large industrial/commercial, or hospital setting.
Trade School Diploma - in HVAC, Building Automation, or related field.
No additional education unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.
No additional certification/professional licenses unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.
Hospital Or Large Corporate/Industrial Complex (4 Years), Facilities Hvac, Including Technical Support Of Johnson Controls Metasys Or Equivalent Bas System (4 Years)
BACnet, Blueprints, Calibration Systems, Change Control Systems, Color Vision, Communication, Configuration Control, Control Systems Programming, Customer Service, Electrical Systems, Front End Programming, Handling Guest Complaints, HVAC Installations, HVAC Maintenance, HVAC Systems, Low Voltage Systems, Organizational Commitment, Problem Solving, Professional Integrity, Strive for Excellence, System Installations, Systems Architecture, Teamwork, Timeline Management, Visual Acuity Grade G10-H
$25.47 - $39.49 / Hourly
The salary range reflects base salaries paid for positions in a given job grade across the University. Individual rates within the range will be determined by factors including one's qualifications and performance, equity with others in the department, market rates for positions within the same grade and department budget.
If you are unable to use our online application system and would like an accommodation, please email CandidateQuestions@wustl.edu or call the dedicated accommodation inquiry number at 314-935-1149 and leave a voicemail with the nature of your request. All qualified individuals must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily and, if requested, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job, absent undue hardship.
All external candidates receiving an offer for employment will be required to submit to pre-employment screening for this position. The screenings will include criminal background check and, as applicable for the position, other background checks, drug screen, an employment and education or licensure/certification verification, physical examination, certain vaccinations and/or governmental registry checks. All offers are contingent upon successful completion of required screening.
Up to 22 days of vacation, 10 recognized holidays, and sick time.
Competitive health insurance packages with priority appointments and lower copays/coinsurance.
Take advantage of our free Metro transit U-Pass for eligible employees.
WashU provides eligible employees with a defined contribution (403(b)) Retirement Savings Plan, which combines employee contributions and university contributions starting at 7%.
Wellness challenges, annual health screenings, mental health resources, mindfulness programs and courses, employee assistance program (EAP), financial resources, access to dietitians, and more!
We offer 4 weeks of caregiver leave to bond with your new child.
Family care resources are also available for your continued childcare needs.
Need adult care? We’ve got you covered.
WashU covers the cost of tuition for you and your family, including dependent undergraduate-level college tuition up to 100% at WashU and 40% elsewhere after seven years with us.
Washington University in St. Louis is committed to the principles and practices of equal employment opportunity. It is the University’s policy to provide equal opportunity and access to persons in all job titles without regard to race, ethnicity or shared ancestry, color, national origin, citizenship (where prohibited by federal law), age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information. As a federal contractor, the university maintains affirmative action programs to implement its equal employment opportunity policy for individuals with disabilities and protected veterans, in accordance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as amended, and the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act of 1974 (VEVRAA), as amended.
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Washington University in St. Louis' collective success is significantly attributed to the passion and outstanding efforts of our community. Our staff, faculty and trainees are committed to excellence and dedicated to carrying out our missions of research, teaching and patient care. WashU prides itself on being a place where people matter, and serious work is done. Our people work together in an inclusive community that celebrates diverse perspectives, collaboration and innovation. We are a community of individuals inspired to work together to develop big ideas and tackle challenging problems. We value the well-being of our people. WashU strives to create a positive employee experience where staff, faculty and trainees thrive, both personally and professionally. Our employees find meaning, connection and vitality in their work and life with a healthy work-life balance and support to learn, grow and make an impact at WashU, the community and the world.
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