INSTRUMENT & CONTROL MECHANIC

UAB Medicine; University (FL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Alabama at Birmingham is seeking an Instrument & Control Mechanic to read blueprints, install, calibrate and test HVAC control systems, and document performance of energy-management equipment across campus.

You will work with pneumatic, electrical and direct-digital controls, evaluate test data, develop control strategies, and support energy-efficiency projects for building systems during daytime shifts on site.

Qualifications

• Graduate from an approved accredited post-secondary two (2) year vocational or technical school in Electronic, Electrical, or HVAC.
• Four (4) years experience in building automation, electronic or industrial controls required.
• A driver’s license valid in the state of Alabama may be required based on departmental need.

Responsibilities

• Install, test, calibrate and troubleshoot control systems (analog/digital) and meters.
• Rebuild/repair control devices and components.
• Evaluate HVAC energy systems and recommend repairs or retrofits.
• Document HVAC system specs and performance values (CFM, velocity, pressure, voltage, watts, etc.).
• Test meters and sensors; develop control strategies for replacements or new systems.
• Identify energy-efficiency improvements in controlled processes.
• Develop Energy Management System applications and Direct Digital control programs.
• Modify control software and document systems with CAD/D drafting tools.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Education

Two-year vocational/technical degree in Electronic, Electrical, or HVAC

Job description

INSTRUMENT & CONTROL MECHANIC - (T239566)

Description

Instrument & Control Mechanic
The University of Alabama at Birmingham

Job Summary:
To read, understand and interpret blueprints, drawings, floor plans, schedules and manufacturer's operating and/or maintenance specifications as they relate to electrical, mechanical, plumbing, HVAC and special equipment, building structures and finishes. To maintain and perform tests, calibrations, evaluation repairs, modifications, replacements and installations on HVAC, chiller and boiler control systems and devices to include pneumatic, electrical, electronic and direct digital control systems. To respond to requests from architects, engineers, energy managers, building occupants and others regarding testing, evaluating, calibrating and documenting mechanical and electrical controls and metering systems.

Key Duties & Responsibilities:

1. 1. Installs, tests, calibrates and troubleshoots existing and new control systems, including
   analog and digital, metering devices, variable frequency and variable speed drive
   controllers, turbine and vortex flow meters, differential RTD and TC transmitters, and other
   devices. Uses testing and calibration instrumentation and equipment to evaluate system
   performance and diagnose problems. Evaluates test data and recommends needed repairs,
   modifications and replacements.
2. 2. Rebuilds, modifies and repairs control devices and components including valve dampers,
   receiver-controllers, relays, control panels, sensors, transmitters, thermostats, meters and
   other similar components and devices.
3. 3. Tests and analyzes the operation of HVAC and major energy-using equipment and systems
   such as boilers, chillers, lighting systems, etc., and determines operating conditions and efficiencies. Makes recommendations for system repairs, renovations, modifications,
   retrofits or replacements.
4. 4. Analyzes and documents the design, application and condition of existing HVAC and
   control systems. Measures and records HVAC system specifications and performance values such as air flow (CFM), air velocity (FPM), static pressure (inches of water), voltage, wattage, amperage, ohms, power (KVA, KWA) and power factors.
5. 5. Tests, calibrates and installs electric watt-hour meters, steam and water flow meters, temperature, pressure, and humidity sensors and other similar measuring devices for HVAC equipment, boilers and chillers. Develops and analyzes control strategies for the replacement or modification of existing control systems, and the design of new control systems.
6. 6. Identifies and evaluates systems and components which are candidates for improving the energy efficiency of controlled processes. Tests and evaluates new and different types of control and energy conserving products for installation within UAB facilities.
7. 7. Develops application programming to be entered into existing Energy Management Systems, Direct Digital control systems, and other microprocessor based control systems and software programs.
8. 8. Engages and alters existing controls software programs through the use of proprietary languages. Enters new programs into control system processors and memories. Uses computer aided design and drafting (CADD) graphic software programs to design new and document existing control systems using micro-computer hardware.
9. 9. Performs other duties as assigned.

Hourly Pay Range: $22.90 - $29.80

Qualifications

Graduate from an approved accredited post-secondary two (2) year vocational or technical school in Electronic, Electrical, or HVAC, and four (4) years experience in building automation, electronic or industrial controls required. Work experience may substitute for education requirement. A driver's license valid in the state of Alabama may be required based on departmental need.

UAB is an Equal Employment/Equal Educational Opportunity Institution dedicated to providing equal opportunities and equal access to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, ethnic or national origin, sex (including pregnancy), genetic information, age, disability, and veteran's status. As required by Title IX, UAB prohibits sex discrimination in any education program or activity that it operates. Individuals may report concerns or questions to UAB's Assistant Vice President and Senior Title IX Coordinator. The Title IX notice of nondiscrimination is located at uab.edu/titleix.

Primary Location

University

Job Category

Facilities

Organization

112801000 Energy Mgmt

Employee Status

Regular

Shift

Day/1st Shift

Work Arrangement (final schedule to be determined by the department/hiring manager)

Onsite