Student Tech Assistant: BAS & HVAC Operations

MSU Olin Health Center

East Lansing, Northern (MI, KY)

Hybrid

USD 17,000 - 22,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

MSU Infrastructure Planning & Facilities (IPF) is seeking a student employee to assist in the Central Control operations. You will interact with customers by phone, radio, and email while supporting daily campus facility systems.

The role involves monitoring Siemens and Delta Building Automation Systems (BAS), responding to alarms, scheduling HVAC and lighting, analyzing trends, and assisting with maintenance checks. Strong communication and teamwork are essential.

Qualifications

Freshman to Junior standing; maintain student status for at least two years.
Available to work minimum 12 hours/week during school year and 40 hours/week during breaks and summer.
Able to use e-mail and basic PC terminology.
Adapt to changing customer needs and master computer applications including Building Automation software.
Strong customer service orientation and communication skills, both written and verbal.
Ability to multi-task and prioritize in a fast-paced environment.
Willingness to learn procedures and services.
Work well independently and in a team.

Responsibilities

Represent the department through personalized customer interactions via phone, radio and email.
Operate Central Control duties: monitor Siemens and Delta BAS, respond to alarms, schedule HVAC and lighting, set up trends and run reports.
Perform system preventative maintenance checks and modify programs as needed.
Build and modify graphics and provide support to trades technicians, commissioning agents and outside contractors.