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Building Automation Systems Technician 1

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Please see Special Instructions for more details.

Please provide three professional references with your application materials.

Full consideration to applications received by 7/25/2025.

Posting Details

Position Details

Posting Number N01157

Classification Title Building Automation Systems Technician 1

Working Title Building Automation Systems Technician 1

Employee Group Staff

Bargaining Unit AFSCME

Location Main Campus

Department Facilities

Pay Rate $48,968 - $59,191 commensurate with experience

Employment Type Regular FT

Work Schedule

Overtime as Needed. 8:00AM – 4:00PM M-F.

After probationary period is successfully completed, shift may change to 3:30pm-11:30pm during the school year.

Position Summary Information

Position Summary

An employee in this job tests, calibrates, troubleshoots, repairs, and installs the mechanical, electrical, electronic, and digital components of automated building control systems.

Job Duties Include:

• Calibrates, troubleshoots, repairs, and installs the mechanical, electrical, electronic, and digital components of the BA system such as sensors, switches, control valves, damper actuators, and variable frequency drive controls.

• Identifies and troubleshoots the electrical and mechanical issues of BA system-controlled equipment through review and navigation of the system, to include sequence of operations, equipment features and settings, and error and trend reports.

• Disconnects and dismantles electronic devices such as controllers and sensors and corrects defects by adjusting, repairing, or replacing parts or units and associated wiring.

• Commissions software on a point-by-point basis to ensure proper operation of equipment and troubleshoots, resolves, and retests issues that are identified.

• Provides technical support to trades and maintenance staff in central and remote locations in troubleshooting and resolving issues with BA system-controlled equipment.

• Reviews daily error and alarms log reports and determines appropriate software settings or equipment adjustments to maintain system performance.

• Interprets multi-view drawings, sketches, wiring diagrams, electrical and electronic block diagrams, sequence of operations, schematics, and manufacturers’ specifications for maintenance, repair, and installation assignments.

• Adjusts BA system software settings to maximize efficiency for fluctuations such as temperature, humidity, occupancy levels, time, and use.

• Performs diagnostics, equipment inspection, simulation testing, and related activities necessary to troubleshoot and resolve issues in the sequence of operations function.

• Assists with development of controls specifications by reviewing equipment design, establishing technical and performance requirements, and conducting on-site facility reviews.

• Provides technical guidance and support to BA system users, to include accessing and navigating the BA system, and interpreting sequence of operation, graphics, and data.

• Monitors, tests, and performs approved repairs on pneumatic controls, such as actuators, valves, and thermostats.

• Supports contractors in identifying and diagnosing BA system equipment malfunctions through reviewing error reports, diagnostic testing results, and conducting visible and audible examination of the equipment.

• Operates motor vehicles.

• Performs related work as required.

• Maintains Valid PA driver’s license

Minimum Qualifications

Successful completion of the HVAC and Building Automation Technician Trainee (commonwealth title) training program

or

• Three years of experience in the maintenance, repair, or installation of HVAC , refrigeration systems, related digitally controlled equipment, or BA systems which includes one year working with industrial or commercial electronic controls and sensors

or

• An equivalent combination of experience and training which includes one year working with industrial or commercial electronic controls and sensors

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS :

• Certain positions require possession of an active Pennsylvania non-commercial Class C Driver’s License or equivalent

• Certain positions must obtain the EPA Universal Refrigerant Transition and Recovery Certification from an approved provider within 6 months of employment

Preferred Qualifications

Experience working with diverse populations.

Three years of experience in the maintenance, repair, or installation of HVAC , refrigeration systems, related digitally controlled equipment, or BA systems which includes one year working with industrial or commercial electronic controls and sensors.

Posting Detail Information

Posting Date 07/09/2025

Closing Date 07/25/2025

Open Until Filled No

Notice of Non-Discrimination

Slippery Rock University is committed to a policy of affirmative action. Slippery Rock University assures an equal opportunity to all persons without regard to race, color, religion, creed, disability, ancestry, national origin, age, gender or veteran’s status in accordance with state and federal laws, including Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973.

Respect for Individuals in the Community

Slippery Rock University provides an environment that respects, encourages, and promotes the talents and contributions of all. Slippery Rock University values a community with a shared sense of purpose, where people demonstrate mutual respect and appreciation. Slippery Rock University values diversity that honors and includes all persons regardless of age, creed, disability, ethnic heritage, gender, gender identity, race, religion, sexual orientation, or socioeconomic status in academic and extracurricular endeavor, in the working environment, and in the daily life of the university community.

Special Instructions to Applicants

Please provide three professional references with your application materials.

Full consideration to applications received by 7/25/2025.