HVAC & Digital Control Technician

Georgia State University; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 55,100 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Tuition assistance

Retirement plan

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Georgia State University is hiring an HVAC & Digital Control Technician for its Atlanta Campus. This role involves inspecting, maintaining, and repairing HVAC and building management systems. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree and two years of experience or a combination of education and experience. The position comes with a competitive salary range of $55,100 - $69,000, generous benefits including health and tuition assistance, and opportunities for professional development and mentorship.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and two years of related experience.
• Knowledge of HVAC, BAS, chillers, boilers, and DDC systems.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and interpret building drawings.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, maintain, and repair HVAC and associated systems.
• Conduct preventive maintenance on energy management control components.
• Provide cost estimates for materials and services.

Skills

Knowledge of HVAC systems

Electrical and mechanical knowledge

Effective communication

Multi-tasking ability

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

AutoCAD

Siemens Apogee DDC control systems

Job description

HVAC & Digital Control Technician

Location: Atlanta Campus

Schedule: Monday - Friday, 7:00 a.m. - 3:45 p.m.

Salary Range: $55,100 - $69,000

These are exciting times in the Facilities, Engineering & Utilities Department. We are growing, and we are thrilled that you are interested in being a part of our team. We are surrounded by individuals empowered to use their expertise and talents to achieve our mission of pursuing excellence.

Are you ready for us? Are you seeking an opportunity with purpose and direction? If you are, we have the perfect opportunity for you!

What makes the Maintenance and Operations Department a great place?

• A flexible work environment
• Generous benefits, including health, dental, vision, tuition assistance, retirement, etc.
• A knowledge-sharing organization that works collaboratively with diverse partners
• Professional development opportunity and mentorship
• A rapidly growing center within an academic setting

Here is what you will do

The ideal candidate will be responsible for conducting the inspection, preventive maintenance, minor system modifications, installation, and repairs of the assigned building electrical and mechanical, plumbing, and pneumatic systems such as Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning (HVAC) control systems. In addition to supporting the department, the HVAC & Digital Control Technician also:

• Inspects, maintains, repairs, and operates the Building Automation System (BAS).
• Performs routine preventive maintenance on energy management control components.
• Provides cost estimates and proposals for contracted materials and services.
• Installs and modifies the application use of manual or digital control systems.
• Inspects, troubleshoots, maintains, repairs, and operates HVAC systems.
• Performs diagnostic tests on boilers, chillers, pumps, humidity controllers, terminal unit controllers, etc.
• Maintains accurate building files, drawings, records, and operational steps.
• Performs other HVAC, electrical, and mechanical-related duties as assigned.

Anticipated Hiring Range: $55,100 - $69,000. Salary offers will be determined based on the candidate’s qualifications in relation to the Minimum Hiring Standards. Candidates earlier in their careers are typically offered salaries closer to the minimum of the hiring range, while those with more advanced or relevant experience may be considered for compensation at or above the hiring range.

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree and two years of related experience; or a combination of education and related experience.

Preferred Hiring Qualifications:

• Knowledge of electrical and mechanical, HVAC, BAS, chillers, boilers, Direct Digital Control (DDC), and controller systems, basic computer operation and software, AutoCAD, etc.
• Knowledge of Siemens Apogee DDC control systems and Johnson control Metasis systems.
• Knowledge of Ethernet network setup and troubleshooting procedures.
• Knowledge of Variable Air Volume (VAV) and Constant Volume (CV) laboratory fume hood control systems.
• Knowledge of large laboratory building ventilation systems.
• Knowledge of the operation and maintenance of large chilled water plant and steam boiler plant.
• Effective oral and verbal communication with external and internal customers.
• Ability to multi-task, pay attention to detail, train and supervise staff, lift up to 50 pounds, and exhibit excellent customer service, and interpret building drawings.