Graduate from an approved accredited post-secondary two (2) year vocational or technical school in Electronic, Electrical, or HVAC, and four (4) years experience in building automation, electronic or industrial controls required. Work experience may substitute for education requirement.
Driving record should meet University underwriting guidelines to drive vehicle in performance of University business. Current underwriting guidelines include possession a valid driver's license, issued in the United States; at least 21 years of age; at least three years of driving experience; maintain an acceptable Motor Vehicle Record (MVR).
Essential Accountabilities:
- Installs, tests, calibrates and troubleshoots existing and new control systems, including analog and digital, metering devices, variable frequency and variable speed drive controllers, turbine and vortex flow meters, differential RTD and TC transmitters, and other devices. Uses testing and calibration instrumentation and equipment to evaluate system performance and diagnose problems. Evaluates test data and recommends needed repairs, modifications and replacements.
- Rebuilds, modifies and repairs control devices and components including valve dampers, receiver-controllers, relays, control panels, sensors, transmitters, thermostats, meters and other similar components and devices.
- Tests and analyzes the operation of HVAC and major energy-using equipment and systems such as boilers, chillers, lighting systems, etc., and determines operating conditions and efficiencies. Makes recommendations for system repairs, renovations, modifications, retrofits or replacements.
- Analyzes and documents the design, application and condition of existing HVAC and control systems. Measures and records HVAC system specifications and performance values such as air flow (CFM), air velocity (FPM), static pressure (inches of water), voltage, wattage, amperage, ohms, power (KVA, KWA) and power factors.
- Tests, calibrates and installs electric watt-hour meters, steam and water flow meters, temperature, pressure, and humidity sensors and other similar measuring devices for HVAC equipment, boilers and chillers. Develops and analyzes control strategies for the replacement or modification of existing control systems, and the design of new control systems.
- Identifies and evaluates systems and components which are candidates for improving the energy efficiency of controlled processes. Tests and evaluates new and different types of control and energy conserving products for installation within UAB facilities.
- Develops application programming to be entered into existing Energy Management Systems, Direct Digital control systems, and other microprocessor-based control systems and software programs.
- Engages and alters existing controls software programs through the use of proprietary languages. Enters new programs into control system processors and memories. Uses computer aided design and drafting (CADD) graphic software programs to design new and document existing control systems using micro-computer hardware.
- Performs other duties assigned.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:
- Ability to use industrial programmable logic controls or industrial distributed control systems
- Ability to use control system components in a system
- Ability to convert different types of control signals
- Ability to calibrate analog input transmitters using a decade box and multi-meter
- Knowledge of the sequence of operation to control a valve operator
- Ability to program a single loop controller
- Knowledge of analog/digital output and input terminations for a controller
- Attention to detail
- Troubleshooting and problem solving
- Skilled in the use of hand and power tools
- Ability to communicate effectively and establish and maintain effective working relationships with guest, management, and staff
- Ability to use personal computer and related software
- Knowledge and experience with trades mathematics, trades communications, electronics, pneumatic, electronic and electric HVAC controls
Independent Judgement/Problem Solving
- Carries out duties within the scope of University policies and procedures. Analyzes problems, adapts guidelines, and exercises independent judgment within accepted practices. Makes recommendations that impact policies, procedures, and practices, referring exceptions to the supervisor.
- Develops objectives and procedures for a specific program or area of responsibility. Day-to-day work and decisions do not need direct supervision but are reviewed by the supervisor. Refers strategic issues to the supervisor.
- Develops strategic goals, plans, and policies for a specific area of responsibility. Sets broad objectives and is responsible for overall results. Has the authority to make independent decisions on significant matters. Requires a high degree of independent judgment and problem-solving for complex issues.
Possess the necessary physical requirements, with or without the aid of mechanical devices, to safely perform the duties and responsibilities of this position to include:
- Lifting and carrying a minimum of fifty (50) pounds
- Climbing stairs, ladders and scaffolding, and working at heights above thirty (30) feet
- Perform tasks requiring bending, stooping, kneeling, and walking significant distances between and within buildings on campus
- Working in confined spaces
- Working within extreme temperature ranges
Work Schedule: Monday through Friday, 7:30am - 4:00pm (Must be able to work a flexible work schedule) (Subject to change to meet the needs of the University and department).
Incomplete job profiles will not be processed. Please be certain to showcase depth and breadth of experience, as it relates to the needs of this job announcement.
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The University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB) is an Equal Employment/Equal Educational Opportunity Institution. UAB is dedicated to providing equal opportunities and equal access to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, ethnic or national origin, sex (including pregnancy), genetic information, age, disability, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, and veteran's status. Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972 protects individuals from discrimination based on sex in any educational program or activity operated by recipients of federal financial assistance. As required by Title IX, UAB does not discriminate based on sex in its educational programs or activities, including in admission and employment. Inquiries concerning the application of Title IX may be referred to UAB's Assistant Vice President and Senior Title IX Coordinator, the U.S. Department of Education's Office for Civil Rights, or both. UAB's Assistant Vice President and Senior Title IX Coordinator is Andrea McDew, 701 20th Street South, Suite 1030, Birmingham, AL 35233, 205-934-5493, amcdew@uab.edu.
