DoW SkillBridge Fellowship - Controls Specialist II

Navy Federal • Pensacola, FL

2d

About The Position

This position is for transitioning Service Members participating in the DoW SkillBridge program, offering them an opportunity to gain hands-on experience and insight into Navy Federal's business, technology, resources, and procedures. Participants will support focused areas, apply their knowledge, and collaborate within a team-driven network, interacting with multiple departments. The fellowship aims to develop technical and soft skills, business knowledge, analytical techniques, and problem-solving abilities, while participants execute daily tasks and special projects within established standards and procedures.

Requirements

• Significant experience in commercial building HVAC and/or Electrical systems operation and maintenance that includes a working knowledge of Building Automation Systems (BAS).
• Working knowledge of automated building window shading systems and electronics.
• Advanced knowledge of local, state and National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) as it pertains to workplace essentials involving equipment/system maintenance and a working knowledge of the National Electric Code (NEC).
• Advanced knowledge of the tools, mathematics, codes, materials and safety regulations associated with the electrical trade.
• Ability to work independently or as a team member.
• Ability to read, modify and program all required sequences into graphical programming language.
• Working knowledge of the operation of Central Chiller Plants to include: variable primary, variable secondary, coupled, decoupled, and cooling tower operation.
• Recognized training or equivalent experience in control theory, psychometrics, end devices, and sensors.
• Working knowledge of BACnet and TCP/IP networking.
• Effective skill in the use of personal computers and associated productivity software.
• Ability to exercise good judgment, make sound, effective decisions, and manage resources effectively.

Nice To Haves

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in HVAC, Control Systems, and/or Electrical maintenance.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience programming and maintenance of Trane Tracer and/or Automated Logic systems.
• Demonstrated experience in the installation, start-up, maintenance, and programming of BAS systems.
• Effective skill to read and interpret work schedules and directions, blueprints, diagrams, engineering drawings and manufacturer manuals.
• Effective interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Effective planning, analysis, and organizational skills.
• Vocational Training Certificate in a related field or an Associate in Applied Science degree in a related field.

Responsibilities

• Compile and analyze operational data for efficiency studies, energy usage and assist in the implementation of system strategies to maximize Building Automation Systems (BAS) performance, effectiveness and cost savings.
• Perform programming and system configuration changes and environmental system control adjustments through the use of multiple computer based software applications.
• Collaborate with leadership in the operation, maintenance scheduling, repair, and installation of the specialized mechanical and electrical control/monitoring systems.
• Initiate resolution of routine emergency and non-emergency issues affecting operations critical to the safe operation of campus facilities; escalate to leadership as necessary.
• Perform maintenance on equipment with the following Electrical system voltages: 5-48 volt AC/DC, 120, 277-480 volt AC (associated with control panels and Variable Frequency Drive (VFD) maintenance).
• Provide recommendations for upgrades/changes to improve system performance.
• Serve as subject matter expert and provide technical guidance to staff in other associated trades (Electrical Services and Mechanical Services) as needed.
• Ensure Business Continuity Plan is enforced by maintaining workstations and archiving all system databases for disaster recovery.
• Collaborate with mechanical contractors to reduce system outage times during construction phases.
• Act as the assistant project manager and site supervisor for in-house and contracted control system projects; conduct job analysis to determine the scope of each project and any required safety considerations.
• Complete FM Systems service orders as assigned.
• Ensure compliance with Navy Federal, local, state and federal regulatory guidelines pertaining to electrical systems through ongoing research and documentation; implement policy and procedure updates resulting from regulatory/policy changes.
• Troubleshoot and diagnosing system issues or inefficiencies including maintenance needs; refer to operational, maintenance and repair manuals, system schematics, updating each as needed.
• Participates in the procurement of materials for assigned projects.
• Oversee inventory of spare parts and instrumentation for system repair and calibration.
• Perform other related duties as assigned or appropriate.

Benefits

• SkillBridge participants are not eligible for compensation from Navy Federal, as they continue to receive military compensation and benefits as active-duty service members.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree