Bring your HVAC controls expertise to a mission-driven campus where you'll work alongside a highly skilled maintenance team, enjoy exceptional benefits, and help maintain one of the region's premier university facilities. Your knowledge will play a key role in ensuring reliable, efficient building systems that support an outstanding learning environment.

Essential Functions of the Position

• Serve as the lead technician and campus resource for HVAC controls-related issues.
• Troubleshoot and repair building automation system (BAS) components including controllers, sensors, actuators, relays, VFD interfaces, and communication devices.
• Diagnose and resolve HVAC controls network communication issues involving BACnet and LonWorks systems.
• Perform controller replacements, device commissioning, and point-to-point verification.
• Make routine programming modifications and adjustments to existing control sequences under established standards.
• Support operation and maintenance of Niagara AX and Niagara N4 systems.
• Monitor system performance and respond to alarms, trends, and occupant comfort complaints.
• Coordinate with HVAC technicians, electricians, engineers, contractors, and vendors to resolve controls-related issues.
• Maintain accurate documentation of repairs, system changes, and control configurations.
• Assist with startup and integration of new HVAC equipment into existing BAS infrastructure.
• Verify proper operation of HVAC systems including air handlers, chillers, boilers, pumps, VAV systems, and exhaust systems.
• Maintain cybersecurity and access standards related to BAS systems where applicable.
• Participate in on-call rotation or emergency response activities as required.
• Recommend system improvements and upgrades to improve reliability, energy efficiency, and occupant comfort.
• Serve the University campus in a friendly, helpful, and professional manner.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in HVAC, Building Automation, Electronics, Industrial Controls, or a related field; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Minimum of 3–5 years of experience working with HVAC controls or building automation systems.
• Working knowledge of BACnet and LonWorks communication protocols and device functionality.
• Experience with Niagara AX and Niagara N4 platforms.
• Ability to troubleshoot HVAC control systems and BAS network communications.
• Experience performing controls repairs, controller replacements, calibration, and field diagnostics.
• Ability to make basic to intermediate programming changes within existing BAS systems.
• Understanding of HVAC mechanical systems and sequence of operation.
• Ability to read and interpret control drawings, wiring diagrams, and sequence documentation.
• Valid driver's license.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in higher education, institutional, healthcare, or large campus environments.
• Niagara certification or factory training.
• Experience with Tridium-based systems and integration platforms.
• Familiarity with energy management and building optimization strategies.
• Knowledge of IP networking related to BAS systems.
• Experience working with multiple controls manufacturers and legacy systems.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills.
• Ability to work independently and prioritize multiple service requests.
• Strong communication and customer service skills.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with maintenance staff, contractors, and campus stakeholders.
• Proficiency using computers, BAS software, and mobile service technology.
• Commitment to workplace safety and regulatory compliance.

Required Mental/Physical Abilities

• Refer to the Essential Functions of the Position.

Environmental Considerations

• Work performed in mechanical rooms, rooftops, occupied buildings, and outdoor environments.
• May require climbing ladders, lifting equipment, and working in confined spaces.
• Occasional after-hours or emergency response work may be required.