Energy Management Technician

Kent State • Kent, OH

4d • $25 - $26 • Onsite

About The Position

Install, program, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair energy management computerized systems. Reports to Energy Management Supervisor or other designated supervisor.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• A minimum of three years experience in building automation systems to include repair and troubleshooting of DDC controls (or equivalent combination of education or experience which provides comparable knowledge, skills, and abilities).
• Valid Ohio driver's license with safe driving record.
• Knowledge of HVAC systems
• Knowledge of Energy management principles
• Knowledge of Networking principles
• Knowledge of Computer hardware and software
• Skill in Installation, maintenance, repair, and troubleshooting of computerized DDC equipment
• Skill in Interpersonal communication to interact with University personnel and public in person and over the telephone (e.g., to explain and train others in energy management system procedures)
• Skill in Written communication (e.g., to write reports on system)
• Skill in Use of hand and power tools
• Ability to Program energy management controllers
• Ability to Identify problems and take appropriate action
• Ability to Interpret and apply blueprints and schematic diagrams
• Ability to Read and comprehend a variety of technical information
• Ability to Maintain accurate records
• Ability to Understand a system of procedures
• Ability to Demonstrate physical dexterity and lift 50 pounds
• Ability to Demonstrate mechanical aptitude
• Ability to Perform basic mathematics (e.g., add, subtract, multiply, and divide whole numbers, decimals, and fractions, and calculate percentages)
• Ability to Operate computer and computer-related equipment (e.g., printers)
• Ability to Work in high places and crawl spaces

Responsibilities

• Install, program, monitor, and maintain Direct Digital Control System components to include sensors, transducers, controllers, and network devices in campus buildings; troubleshoots system, identifies problems, and implements changes to system; adds, modifies and deletes computer programs for all energy management systems.
• Provide training and technical assistance; instruct maintenance staff and students in the use and operation of direct digital controllers.
• Coordinate and facilitate transition to energy management system in departments, interacts with faculty, staff, and students (e.g., explains energy management principles and procedures, schedules installations, etc.).
• Contact appropriate personnel when failures occur; coordinates communication between Building Automation Center and maintenance staff.
• Plan, implement, monitor, evaluate, and upgrade energy saving programs (e.g., Demand Limiting Program, weekly scheduling).
• Assist with coordination of construction projects affecting energy management systems to ensure conformance with University standards; consults with engineers and architects, assists with planning, review and selection of vendors, and adoption of specifications.
• Maintain inventory; purchase replacement parts and orders supplies; compile and maintain records and reports.
• Train and direct work of student employees or employees in lower pay grade; may participate in training new employees.
• Perform related duties as required.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED