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Summary/Objective
Under the general direction of the Building Automation Technician Supervisor, the Building Automation Programmer designs, develops, and operates the computerized building automation system (BAS) comprised of the communications network and facility controls for building systems, energy applications, and specialized controls equipment. The BAS Programmer has an in-depth understanding of computerized control sequences, HVAC mechanical equipment function and electrical systems sufficient to evaluate complex design criteria, monitor field conditions, and implement program changes that will effectively manipulate equipment and systems to manage energy consumption and improve facility operation, system reliable and stabilize.
Essential Functions
- Building Automation Systems programming, maintenance, and optimization: The BAS programmer serves as a leading technician on the Building Automation Team. This position requires a very high level of understanding of Building HVAC Systems and Control, BAS architecture, and both general and industry specific programming methods, logic, languages, and protocols (incl. BACnet SC, BACnet IP, TCP/IP, Lon Talk, SQL and Modbus).
- Enhancing Campus Energy Performance: BAS programmer implements Energy Management Measures through logic and coding consistent with code requirements, industry best practices and campus/departmental polices to ensure appropriate Heating and Cooling are delivered in an efficient manner and appropriate space temperatures are maintained. Systems generally include programming for scheduled setbacks, for temperature resets, optimum start/stop, load following/shedding, air and water side economization, holiday curtailment, demand response, outdoor air management, heat recovery, etc.
- Assisting with Construction Commissioning & Operational Re-commissioning: Performs standards and project drawings/specification reviews to develop comments and guidance consistent with EMS department requirements/expectations/operations. (e.g., reviewing of new and upgraded mechanical equipment or Building Automation systems) to ensure that operational, maintenance, repair, and energy efficiency impacts on the Central Plant Operations and Energy and Engineering units are minimized.
- Customer Interface and Collaboration: Meets and communicates regularly with internal staff, campus customers, and project personnel in order to better understand their operations and needs and how the EMS can best serve the campus as well as to keep everyone informed of the nature of services provided, outstanding issues and recommended system enhancements, upgrades and/or repairs.
- Training & Assessing Industry trends and changes: The BAS Programmer gathers information through planned and vendor training as well as self-study (reading, research, and field practice) to improve and maintain technical proficiency in controls, the HVAC and energy management applications.
Supervisory Responsibility
- The BAS Programmer reports directly to the Building Automation Technician Supervisor #9551, along with four Building Automation Technician positions #5627, #6122, #5628 #16140. The BAS Programmer acts as a team lead in BAS unit to effectively operate and maintain safe, functional, clean, and efficient building automation by optimizing HVAC and electrical relate to BAS control systems to provide attractive living, learning and working environment throughout the university.
Position Type/Expected Hours of Work
- Normal hours; Monday – Friday 7:30am to 4:00pm.
- Project LeaderAdvisor B.
- Non-Exempt.
- Will be able to work extended hours in emergency, critical system failure.
Salary Range
- $36.00 – $50.00/hour; to commensurate with experience.
Required Education and Experience
- Associate’s degree.
- 3-5 years of relevant experience.
- Certificate or Associates Degree in Engineering, Programming, or Technical Applications.
- 3 to 5 years programming experience in computerized control field with 2 or more years specialized experience in a BACnet IP, TCP/IP, LonTalk, SQL and Modbus protocols and knowledge of interface control system (integration software).
- 3 to 5 years computerized building automation/ control field installation, testing, and optimization in an IT, BAS, and CMMS environment.
- 3 to 5 years of advanced relational database experience and MS products such as Excel and Access 1 to 2 years of experience in SDLC (Software Development Life Cycle) development including field sketches, graphic design and documentation.
- Strong computer related skills network and systems experience with broad knowledge of concepts, principles, practices, and procedures in systems development.
- Thorough knowledge of Mechanical and Electrical control systems including programming experience for HVAC and BAS systems using Siemens, Automated Logic, Honeywell, Johnson Controls, or similar applications.
- Valid driver’s license.
- Thorough knowledge of interfacing controls with equipment, including fire and security system that connect with BAS.
Preferred Education and Experience
- Bachelor’s degree or relevant business and technical experience supplemented by specialized training.
- Microsoft Certifications in SQL, IIS and Systems Engineering.
- Knowledge of computerized maintenance management systems.
- Documented experience and/or training in building commissioning, especially existing buildings including explaining technical information to technical and non-technical people.
- HVAC or refrigeration vocational school certificate or professional licenses.
- Electrical journey level experience in control installation, maintenance, or repairs.
- 3 to 5 years of experience in HVAC system repair and trouble shooting.
- Knowledge in DDC control business and technical experience supplemented by specialized training.
- Microsoft Certifications in SQL, IIS and Systems Engineering.
- Knowledge of computerized maintenance management systems.
- Documented experience and/or training in building commissioning, especially existing buildings including explaining technical information to technical and non-technical people.
- HVAC or refrigeration vocational school certificate or professional licenses.
- Electrical journey level experience in control installation, maintenance, or repairs.
- 3 to 5 years of experience in HVAC system repair and trouble shooting.
Additional Eligibility Qualifications
- Hiring offers for this position are contingent on successful completion of a background check.
- To ensure the health and safety of our community AU requires COVID-19 vaccinations for faculty and staff. Click here to learn more about our health and safety directive.
- Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Benefits
AU offers a competitive benefits package including a 200% matching retirement plan, tuition benefits for full-time staff and their families, several leadership development certificates, and has been recognized by the American Heart Association as a fit-friendly worksite. Click here to learn about American University’s unique benefit options.
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