CONTROLS ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN (FULL TIME)

Compass Group•Lexington, KY

39d•$20 - $31•Onsite

About The Position

SSC Services for Education is a Nationwide Best in Class Facility Service Provider. As a member of Compass Group we create clean, safe, and distraction free learning environments for students of all ages. With a focus on a people first culture, growth opportunities, and supporting local communities we set the stage for a meaningful career in educational facilities nationwide. Under the technical direction of Controls Engineering Technician Lead, Controls Engineering Technician Senior, and Controls Engineering Supervisor, this position holder learns and performs the following job tasks, duties and responsibilities: Develops a working knowledge of electronic control systems, HVAC, and building automation field devices, including sensors, actuators, controllers, and network infrastructure used to support the UK Enterprise mechanical and monitoring systems. Participates in the investigation, installation, and maintenance of Building Automation System (BAS) field devices and related monitoring systems. Supports systems installed for BAS /BACnet, including Fire Alarm / Elevator/ Swisslog / Predictive Emissions. Works with Facilities Maintenance Technicians to support sensors, actuators, controllers, and BAS graphics. Utilizes various tools and test equipment to work on systems including, but not limited to Tridium, meters, routing equipment, toners, etc. Performs hardware upgrades and delivers necessary information for programming updates and changes. Provides field support and practical guidance during troubleshooting BAS devices, instrumentation, and related hardware. Actively participates in troubleshooting building system problems, furnishes system data, and consults with technicians and vendors. Serves as liaison between facilities maintenance and controls engineering staff. Engages in effective and timely communications with customers and vendors. Provides support to UK Enterprise customers and clients, as necessary.

Requirements

Prior controls and BAS experience is required.
Demonstrated mechanical/electronics experience
Ability to learn quickly and apply practical skills
Basic mechanical aptitude and familiarity with hand/power tools
Basic computer skills (Excel, Outlook, Microsoft)
Skills in manual labor
Knowledge of general labor, construction, or maintenance

Responsibilities

Develops a working knowledge of electronic control systems, HVAC, and building automation field devices, including sensors, actuators, controllers, and network infrastructure used to support the UK Enterprise mechanical and monitoring systems.
Participates in the investigation, installation, and maintenance of Building Automation System (BAS) field devices and related monitoring systems.
Supports systems installed for BAS /BACnet, including Fire Alarm / Elevator/ Swisslog / Predictive Emissions.
Works with Facilities Maintenance Technicians to support sensors, actuators, controllers, and BAS graphics.
Utilizes various tools and test equipment to work on systems including, but not limited to Tridium, meters, routing equipment, toners, etc.
Performs hardware upgrades and delivers necessary information for programming updates and changes.
Provides field support and practical guidance during troubleshooting BAS devices, instrumentation, and related hardware.
Actively participates in troubleshooting building system problems, furnishes system data, and consults with technicians and vendors.
Serves as liaison between facilities maintenance and controls engineering staff.
Engages in effective and timely communications with customers and vendors.
Provides support to UK Enterprise customers and clients, as necessary.