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University of Wisconsin River Falls Building Automation Control Systems Specialist in River Falls, Wisconsin
Building Automation Control Systems Specialist
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Please see Special Instructions for more details.
Applicants are required to apply online. UWRF will not consider paper, emailed or faxed applications. Applicants are required to provide:
Resume
Letter of interest specifying qualifications and experience (cover letter)
Names, addresses, telephone numbers and email addresses of at least three references who can specifically comment upon your experience and professional preparation (references)
Inquiries should be addressed to:
Mark Gillis
Search Chair
mark.gillis@uwrf.edu
Deadline to Apply: Initial review of applications will begin upon receipt. For full consideration, applicants should submit all required materials on or before July 16, 2024.
The selected candidate must be able to pass a post-offer employment test and hold a valid driver’s license to obtain Wisconsin certification to drive University vehicles.
Employees receive excellent benefits including exceptionally low-cost comprehensive health, dental and vision benefits; employer match of Wisconsin Retirement System contributions of 6.90%; attractive amount of paid leave per year in addition to paid sick leave. To learn more about our benefits, go to https://www.wisconsin.edu/ohrwd/benefits/download/quickguidefasl.pdf
UW-River Falls does not offer H-1B or other work authorization visa sponsorship for this position. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire and maintain work authorization throughout the employment term. If you have questions regarding this, please contact Human Resources at 715-425-4941.
Posting Details
Position Information
UW - System Position Title Building Automation Control Systems Specialist
Business Title
Major Department Code Building Maintenance (J711500-Maintenance)
Appointment Type Academic Staff-Fixed Term Renewable
FLSA Status Exempt
FTE (Percentage of Appointment) 100
Typical Working Schedule
Monday-Friday, 7:00 am-3:30 pm
Hybrid or On Campus On Campus
Position Summary
Programs, monitors, and troubleshoots Building Automation Systems ( BAS ) and controls to ensure and improve operation of complex facility and life safety system functionality. Develops and implements procedures and capabilities to monitor and predict operational capability.
This position will be required to perform emergency, overtime and call-in work as necessary to repair and maintain campus building automation systems in excess of the normal shift (7:00am to 3:30pm, Monday – Friday).
Responsibilities
Coordinates, manages, implements and/or performs technical product support for a wide range of BAS systems and components, primarily Johnson Controls Metasys
Engineers control sequences for new installations and system upgrades
Develops, modifies, and tests software programs for BAS systems
Commissions and provides contractor oversight for new and existing BAS installations and modifications
Sets up and configures workstations, user interfaces, data servers, networking devices, protocols, routers, switches, mass storage devices, gateways, and/or hubs for BAS functionality
Creates, verifies, and updates point databases and programmable logic schemes and troubleshoots and resolves database issues.
Monitors, tests, maintains, and repairs electronic and pneumatic building control systems components and related mechanical equipment
Operates the service desk, identifying, troubleshooting, triaging, and escalating system functionality and field issues
Monitors and configures critical system alarms and their routing. Sets-up historical data capturing and totalization for archiving to data historian servers
Monitor and adjust automation schedules as building occupancy change to maximize campus resources and minimize energy costs
Knowledge Skills and Abilities
Visual acuity necessary to read parts books and equipment manuals.
Ability to read requisitions and receive information; ability to read English language sufficiently to read and understand construction documents (i.e., blueprints).
Ability to read work orders, printed history pages and schedules from the energy management system, hazardous substance warnings, installation and repair manuals, and equipment operating instructions.
Interpersonal skills necessary to interact effectively with the public and other university employees.
Analytical skills necessary to diagnose and correct electronic failures in electronic equipment and related systems.
Sufficient manual dexterity with one hand to operate hand and power tools, manually, complete paperwork such as recording items on work orders and receiving documents, and operate computer terminal for EMS .
Must have sufficient physical flexibility to stoop, crawl under equipment and other low spaces in order to perform preventive maintenance tasks.
Perform tasks requiring standing, bending, stooping, kneeling, and walking significant distances between and within buildings on campus in order to attend to various maintenance tasks across campus.
Ability to enter, exit, and perform duties in confined spaces in order to correct problems and maintain electronic systems.
Ability to climb stairs, ladders and scaffolding, and work at heights above 30 feet in order to reach equipment.
Ability to grasp, lift and/or carry, or otherwise move equipment or components (i.e., motors) weighing a maximum of 50 pounds.
Must by physically able to lift your arms above your head in order to reach remote equipment installations.
Ability to perform duties within extreme temperature ranges so as to do necessary outdoor maintenance in the summer and winter.
This job requires a valid driver’s license with an excellent driver’s record which would permit Wisconsin certification in order to drive University vehicles.
Ability to work with and cooperate with supervisory staff at all levels in order to maintain a smoothly functioning work unit.
Ability to learn and perform all essential job functions accurately and safely with minimal direct supervision.
Ability to understand and apply information presented in training programs, conferences, and/or professional literature in order to keep abreast of changes in the job, the industry and to do your job safely.
Basic mathematical skills, including addition, subtraction and multiplication, necessary to complete work orders.
Ability to complete and pass a pre-employment physical screen.
Possess or be willing to obtain NICET level 1 fire alarm system certification within 6 months of hire.
2 Years minimum experience with institutional/commercial building HVAC systems and controls is required.
Experience with building HVAC control system software from any company is required.
Experience with Johnson Controls Metasys control system and software is preferred.
2-Year associate degree or similar education in building HVAC systems and controls is preferred.
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number AAF00948
Number of Vacancies 1
Desired Start Date 08/26/2024
Position End Date (if temporary)
Open Date 06/26/2024
Closing Date 07/17/2024
Applicant Review Date
Open Until Filled No
Special Instructions to Applicants
Applicants are required to apply online. UWRF will not consider paper, emailed or faxed applications. Applicants are required to provide:
Resume
Letter of interest specifying qualifications and experience (cover letter)
Names, addresses, telephone numbers and email addresses of at least three references who can specifically comment upon your experience and professional preparation (references)
Inquiries should be addressed to:
Mark Gillis
Search Chair
mark.gillis@uwrf.edu
Deadline to Apply: Initial review of applications will begin upon receipt. For full consideration, applicants should submit all required materials on or before July 16, 2024.
The selected candidate must be able to pass a post-offer employment test and hold a valid driver’s license to obtain Wisconsin certification to drive University vehicles.
Employees receive excellent benefits including exceptionally low-cost comprehensive health, dental and vision benefits; employer match of Wisconsin Retirement System contributions of 6.90%; attractive amount of paid leave per year in addition to paid sick leave. To learn more about our benefits, go to https://www.wisconsin.edu/ohrwd/benefits/download/quickguidefasl.pdf
UW-River Falls does not offer H-1B or other work authorization visa sponsorship for this position. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire and maintain work authorization throughout the employment term. If you have questions regarding this, please contact Human Resources at 715-425-4941.
Legal Notices
EEO/AA Statement
UW-River Falls is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer subject to all state and federal regulations pertaining to non-discrimination based upon sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, race, color, national origin, religion, disability, marital status, age, arrest and/or conviction record, veteran or military status. All persons, especially women, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
Employment is subject to federal laws that require verification of your identity and legal right to work in the United States as required by the Immigration Reform and Control Act.
Confidentiality of Applicant Materials
The University of Wisconsin System will not reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing, except that the identity of the final candidates may be released. See Wis. Stat. sec. 19.36(7).
Title IX Notice
As required by Title IX and federal regulations, UW-River Falls does not discriminate on the basis of sex in its education programs or activities, including in admission and employment. Questions about the application of Title IX may be referred to UWRF’s Title IX Coordinator at titleix@uwrf.edu; the Department of Education’s Office for Civil Rights; or both. For more information, please see uwrf.edu/titleIX.
Annual Security and Fire Safety Report (Clery Act)
The Annual Security and Fire Safety Report, which includes statistics about reported crimes and information about campus security policies can be viewed at https://www.uwrf.edu/Police/Annual-Security-Report.cfm or call University Police at 715-425-3133 for a paper copy.
Criminal Background Check and Reference Check Policy
Employment will require a criminal background check. It will also require you, your most recent employer, and all previous UW System institution and State of Wisconsin agency employers from the past seven (7) years to answer questions regarding sexual violence and sexual harassment per UW System Administrative Policy 1275.
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