Job Overview
The Specialist Building Automation II will perform highly skilled journeyman level work in operation, maintenance, repair and installation of building automation systems and HVAC controls.

Position Description

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Operational

• Operate building automation systems and air conditioning controls, using various operator workstations, computers, digital interface units, and standard HVAC tools
• Respond to emergency and routine service calls to provide restoration of mechanical systems operation and control with a minimum of downtime
• Inspect, calibrate, repair, and install a wide range of control, sensing and actuating devices
• Perform emergency connections to neutralize alarm conditions and restore proper operation
• Inspect, monitor, evaluate, and adjust mechanical systems performance for proper and efficient operation including pumps, fans, valves, dampers, terminal units, heat transfer equipment, fluid flow conditions, and air and water system balance
• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance of apparatus and peripheral equipment including sensing device, controller, and controlled device
• Service and repair control valves, damper and actuators, temperature and humidity sensors, air flow and carbon dioxide sensors, controller diagnostics, installation, and commissioning
• Provide technical guidance and support including set-up, check-out, operation, and troubleshooting complex building automation and control systems; verify functional performance of systems provided

Interpersonal Communication

• Promote, build, and maintain good relations with the campus community
• Keep lead/supervisor informed of campus needs, systems status, and actual or potential occupant problems
• Communicate and provide analytical assistance to campus/building leaders concerning campus mechanical systems in buildings, Central Plant, and in general campus distribution to other shops and campus departments
• Deliver technical instruction and training to other technicians and personnel on basic theory, proper system operations, preventative maintenance, troubleshooting techniques, typical system failures, and corrections
• Solicit recommendations on equipment/systems operation and modification for energy conservation, efficiency, and reliability

Administrative

• Keep records and prepare detailed reports
• Keep abreast knowledge of federal, state and local codes and regulations relevant to HVAC systems, and their management and operation
• Conduct extensive self-study (reading, research, and practice) to improve and maintain technical proficiency
• Complete certifications as required by the District
• May supervise the work of one or more employees
• Demonstrate proficiency at managing, coaching, counseling and mentoring other technical professionals

Qualification Requirements

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each of the above essential duties satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or abilities, required unless otherwise stated as preferred. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essentials functions.

• High School diploma or GED
• Valid Texas Drivers License
• Minimum of 5 years Controls/building automation systems experience OR four years of controls/building automation systems experience AND completion of a related technical training program equivalent to one year
• Good knowledge of federal, state and local codes and regulations relevant to HVAC systems, and their management and operation
• Skilled in the use of personal computers utilizing specialized environmental control systems, as well as common word processing, spreadsheets, and database applications, HVAC related hand tools and calibration/testing equipment
• Skilled in instrumentation and calibration techniques
• Excellent verbal and written communication to plan and layout work, and to estimate time and materials needed
• Ability to analyze complex control sequences and resulting operations, and to develop innovations that solve difficult technical problems
• Strong ability to read and interpret plans, design specifications, diagrams, schematics, and manufacturers manuals
• Ability to modify performance and operation of component parts and circuitry to specifications, using test equipment and precision instruments to include sequence, PID loops, and base programming
• Proven ability to perform routine record keeping tasks and complex mathematical computations

Physical Requirements/Working Conditions

The work environment characteristics and physical demands described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Work is performed in classrooms, offices, work stations and meeting rooms.

The position requires occasional walking, standing, sitting, bending, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, and lifting/carrying work related items weighing less than 40 pounds, such as books, papers and presentation materials. The employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, and the ability to adjust focus. Attendance at conferences and professional development is required. Work involves everyday risks and discomforts which require normal safety precautions when operating equipment or performing job duties. May work prolonged or irregular hours and must be able to maintain emotional control under stress.

Additional Information

• Work requires sufficient strength, agility, dexterity, and hand-eye-foot coordination to perform all essential tasks, including operating and using all tools, equipment and vehicles; lifting and carrying objects weighing up to 50, pounds; walking, standing, stooping, bending, kneeling, and working in tiring and uncomfortable positions for extended periods of time; climbing and working from ladders up to 25 feet high. Work is performed both inside and outside school district building and facilities, and often requires working unusual hours and may be designated for 24 hour on-call. Employee is exposed to a wide range of climatic conditions, dust, flammable or toxic chemicals, and loud noise. Employee is also exposed to potential electrical shock and other physical hazards when working on electronic components and systems, operating tools and equipment, and working in high places or cramped spaces. Work requires vision necessary to determine color differences. Employee is required to wear and use safety clothing and equipment and to comply with safety policies and procedures. Must be able to handle stressful situations as necessary.