HVAC Instrument & Control Technician

University of Alabama at Birmingham; Birmingham (AL); Hybrid; USD 32,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Alabama at Birmingham is seeking an Instrument & Control Mechanic to read blueprints and specifications and maintain HVAC and boiler control systems, including direct digital control and pneumatic/electrical systems. The role requires testing, calibration, installation and documentation of control devices, with emphasis on energy efficiency and system reliability.

The position involves analyzing system performance (flow, velocity, pressure, voltage, current) and developing

Qualifications

• Graduate from an approved accredited post-secondary two-year vocational or technical school in Electronic, Electrical, or HVAC.
• A driver's license valid in the state of Alabama may be required based on departmental need.

Responsibilities

• Installs, tests, calibrates and troubleshoots control systems and devices including analog/digital, meters, VFDs and sensors.
• Rebuilds, modifies and repairs control devices and components such as dampers, relays, panels, sensors and transmitters.
• Tests HVAC and energy-using equipment (boilers, chillers, lighting) and recommends repairs or replacements.
• Measures and documents HVAC specs and performance values (CFM, velocity, static pressure, voltage, wattage, amperage, ohms, power, PF).
• Tests, calibrates and installs meters, sensors and other devices for HVAC equipment, boilers and chillers; develops control strategies.
• Identifies and evaluates systems for energy efficiency improvements; tests energy-conserving products.
• Develops application programming for Energy Management and Direct Digital Control systems.
• Engages and alters control software and uses CAD to document/re-design control systems.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Education

Two-year vocational or technical program in Electronic/Electrical/HVAC

Job description

The University of Alabama at Birmingham is seeking an Instrument & Control Mechanic to read blueprints and specifications and maintain HVAC and boiler control systems, including direct digital control and pneumatic/electrical systems. The role requires testing, calibration, installation and documentation of control devices, with emphasis on energy efficiency and system reliability.

The position involves analyzing system performance (flow, velocity, pressure, voltage, current) and developing