Low Voltage)

Fox Valley Technical College•Appleton, WI

4d•$34 - $40•Onsite

About The Position

The District HVAC Programmer/Controls/Low Voltage Electrician is responsible for installing, programming, commissioning, maintaining, troubleshooting, repairing, and optimizing building automation and low-voltage electrical systems across approximately 18 district facilities totaling more than 1.5 million square feet. The role serves as the district’s technical expert for building automation systems (BAS), HVAC controls, life safety and fire alarm systems, electronic security, access control, video surveillance, and structured cabling infrastructure. The position administers the College’s BAS program, including Alerton systems and integration with HVAC event automation and room scheduling software. It works closely with the BAS contractor, HVAC technicians, IT, other departments, contractors, and trades to maintain systems, address service requests and emergencies, document assets and work, ensure code compliance, and support upgrades and capital projects. The role also assists with general facility maintenance, repairs, construction support, events, and snow removal when requested. Work is performed in person across a multi-building campus, including classrooms, labs, offices, ceilings, mechanical rooms, rooftops, and secure areas. The work may take place outdoors in daytime or nighttime hours and in all weather conditions. Occasional after-hours work and participation in a weekend on-call rotation are required; schedule flexibility is also required. Travel to district campuses for mechanical maintenance repairs is required.

Requirements

At least 10 years of commercial or institutional controls, building automation, or low-voltage wiring experience.
At least five years of experience with fire alarm systems, access control, security systems, card readers, door strikes, surveillance cameras, and structured cabling.
At least five years of BAS programming experience; Alerton experience is preferred.
Knowledge of networking protocols and ability to work with network-based devices such as IP cameras, access control systems, BAS controls, and fire alarm systems.
Knowledge of NEC and life safety standards.
Ability to read electrical schematics, control drawings, wiring diagrams, and network layouts.
Ability to participate in an on-call rotation and respond to after-hours emergencies, including required weekend on-call rotation.
Valid driver’s license; subject to a motor vehicle records check.
BICSI is required.
Lift and forklift operating certificate or willingness to obtain one is required.
Computer knowledge is required.
Ability to work in person and maintain a flexible schedule.
Ability to work at heights up to 50 feet; perform bending, climbing, crawling, walking, and standing; and lift up to 50 pounds.
Clear verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to travel to district campuses for off-site mechanical maintenance repairs.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of Events2HVAC programming.
Associate of Applied Science degree in Electrical Technology or a related field.
NICET Fire Alarm Certification, Level I, II, or higher.
Manufacturer certification or factory training in BAS platforms.
Experience programming BACnet, Modbus, and other building automation protocols.
Experience in K–12 schools, higher education, healthcare, or other large institutional facilities.
Preferred Alerton or equivalent building automation training.
Scissors lift and forklift training.
NFPA 70E training.
OSHA 10 or 30 training.
NICET certification.
Building Operator Certification.

Responsibilities

Maintain the HVAC controls network and related access control, video surveillance, intrusion detection, structured cabling, BAS, Events2HVAC, 25Live, and building systems.
Install, maintain, program, diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair low-voltage systems, including BAS controllers, VFDs related to HVAC, fire alarms, surveillance cameras, PA systems, access control, intrusion detection, security alarms, and Cat6/Cat6A cabling.
Install conduit stubs and remove or install BAS controllers, VAV equipment, and associated cabling.
Diagnose and troubleshoot network communications involving BAS controllers and related HVAC controls.
Work with the College’s BAS contractor, HVAC technicians, HVAC contractors, and other departments on BAS-connected equipment and construction projects.
Administer the College’s BAS program, including managing schedules, trend logs, alarms, and integration with Events2HVAC and 25Live.
Coordinate with IT to manage the server hosting the BAS, maintain appropriate user access, and ensure contractor credentials remain active.
Review work orders and interpret basic diagrams, schematics, and specifications; estimate labor, materials, and costs; requisition supplies and equipment; prepare for assigned work; and maintain records in maintenance software.
Perform minor electrical work, including terminating 120-volt connections on security and fire alarm devices.
Support low-voltage infrastructure, including Cat6, fiber-optic, and control cabling.
Respond to service requests and emergency calls involving security systems, fire alarms, and the BAS.
Maintain accurate documentation, as-builts, and asset inventories, and ensure systems comply with NEC, NFPA, and applicable state and local codes.
Assist with planning system upgrades, expansions, and capital improvement projects; coordinate with electricians, contractors, and other trades.
Assist with preventive maintenance, repair, diagnosis, troubleshooting, and installation of district equipment and building systems, including HVAC equipment, boilers, pumps, elevators, motors, electrical and plumbing systems, and building-envelope components.
Help design, build, and repair parts and resolve HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and building-envelope issues; identify required parts and supplies and obtain vendor quotations as needed.
Determine and implement solutions to routine and non-routine maintenance requests, perform general facility repairs, and support mechanical maintenance staff with repairs, upgrades, and renovations.
Collaborate with the Facilities Department on the 10-year Capital Facilities Plan.
Assist with event setup and facility support; participate in campus snow removal when requested by the Team Lead of Vehicle and Grounds Maintenance; reconcile purchasing card transactions; and perform other related duties as assigned.