Posting Details

Working Title Building Automation Technician

Position Number 00667A

Department FAC MNGT MECHANICAL/ELECTRICAL

Location Norfolk, VA

Type of Position Classified

Type of Job

EEO Category C Technicians

Job Description

To provide the technical expertise necessary to efficiently manage modern “Smart Buildings” and optimize energy efficiency in campus facilities. The position will be integral to the energy management team. The sophistication of the technology associated with Smart Buildings as it relates to HVAC controls, fire/safety and electrical systems continues to increase rapidly and requires a thorough understanding of a variety of disciplines including mechanical, electrical and electronic engineering principles along with a strong background in operations and maintenance of HVAC equipment and utility billing. This position will report to the HVAC supervisor and work very closely with the HVAC shop or the maintenance shops.

Type of Recruitment

Knowledge, skills and abilities

Considerable knowledge of operation, maintenance and repair of institutional HVAC equipment including chillers, boilers, air handlers, cooling towers along with digital/pneumatic controls and building automation systems. Considerable knowledge of commissioning/retro-commissioning procedures. Considerable knowledge of programming DDC controllers with DOS -based line programming and digital management software. Some knowledge of integration of Lon Network Controllers with Niagara java application control engine ( JACE ) requiring use of Java desktop environment software and graphical interface software. Some knowledge of BacNet, Lon and Siemens communications protocols and devices. Some knowledge of energy conservation principles. Some knowledge of computers and various operating systems and software.

Strong oral and written communication skills, including the ability to explain technical information to technical and non-technical people. Proficient skill in the use of Microsoft Office software and database related software. Basic network configuration skills. Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot with proper test equipment such as digital meters, pressure gauges, temperature probes and flow meters to identify system faults and provide repair solutions. Demonstrated ability to review HVAC equipment for optimum energy strategies. Demonstrated ability to read and understand a variety of mechanical and electrical drawings to include control drawings, electronic schematics, electrical diagrams and construction drawings.

Special licenses, registration or certification

Valid driver’s license and insurable driving record.

Education or training

None

Level and type of experience

Extensive work experience in the mechanical / controls field or equivalent line of work. Considerable experience in the commercial HCAV controls and energy management systems including the operation, programming, calibration and repair of electronic building automation systems.

Additional Considerations (supplemental knowledge, skills, abilities, education, experience, licensure, certification)

Certification in building automation/controls. Master’s Mechanical license. Extensive experience in creating and updating system level graphics for the campus BMS system. Extensive experience with at least five projects involving commissioning/retro-commissioning of buildings or other expertise with energy conservation techniques. Extensive understanding of Siemens Insight Programming in a large institutional setting. Working experience with some type of CAD program. Some experience working with a computerized maintenance management system to track work orders, labor, and materials used.

Conditions of Employment

Facilities Management employees are considered essential personnel and subject to working during university closings.

This is an open until filled recruitment. This recruitment may close after the five-day required posting period when a suitable pool of applicants has been generated.

Annual Salary/Hourly Rate Salary commensurate with education and experience

Posting Detail Information

Job Requisition Number S02611

Job Open To General Public

Open Date 04/15/2024

Close Date

Open Until Filled Yes

Special Instructions Summary

N/A

Criminal Background Check The final candidate is required to complete a criminal history check.

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Equity Statement

It is the policy of Old Dominion University to provide equal employment, educational and social opportunities for all persons, without regard to race (or traits historically associated with race including hair texture, hair type, and protective hairstyles such as braids, locks, and twists), color, religion, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), national origin, gender identity or expression, age, veteran status, disability, political affiliation, sexual orientation or genetic information. Individuals from minoritized communities, women, veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Reasonable Accommodation Request

If you are an individual with a disability and require reasonable accommodation, please contact the Office of Institutional Equity & Diversity at (757) 683-3141.

Alternative Hiring Process

In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth’s Alternative Hiring Process.

To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly called a Certificate of Disability) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services ( DARS ), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired ( DBVI ). Service-Connected Veterans may also apply via the AHP if they also provide an AHP Letter.

To request an AHP Letter, use this link: https://www.dars.virginia.gov/drs/cpid/PWContact.aspx or call DARS at 800-552-5019, or DBVI at 800-622-2155.

Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or © consistent with contractor’s legal duty to furnish information.

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• • Do you have a valid driver's license and an insurable driving record?

• Yes

• No

• • Please describe your experience in commercial HVAC controls and energy management systems including the operation, programming, calibration and repair of electronic building automation systems.

(Open Ended Question)

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

Optional Documents

• Resume

• Cover Letter/Letter of Application

• Other Document

• Yellow Layoff Form

• Blue Layoff Card

• AHP Letter