Energy Management Technician

Kent State•Kent, OH

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Energy Management Technician installs, programs, maintains, troubleshoots, and repairs computerized energy management systems at Kent State University’s Kent Campus in Kent, Ohio. The position reports to the Energy Management Supervisor or another designated supervisor. The technician supports direct digital control (DDC) systems, campus utility metering, energy-saving programs, construction projects affecting energy management systems, and related training and recordkeeping. The stated salary is $25.57–$26.71 (6-month rate).

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
At least three years of experience in building automation systems, including repair and troubleshooting of DDC controls, or an equivalent combination of education and experience providing comparable knowledge, skills, and abilities.
Valid Ohio driver’s license with a safe driving record.
Knowledge of HVAC systems, energy management principles, networking principles, and computer hardware and software.
Interpersonal communication skills for interacting with University personnel and the public in person and by telephone, including explaining and training others in energy management system procedures.
Written communication skills, including writing system reports.
Skill using hand and power tools.
Ability to program energy management controllers; identify problems and take appropriate action; interpret and apply blueprints and schematic diagrams; read and comprehend technical information; maintain accurate records; and understand procedural systems.
Ability to demonstrate physical dexterity, lift 50 pounds, demonstrate mechanical aptitude, perform basic mathematics, operate computers and related equipment, and work in high places and crawl spaces.
Ability to travel on and off campus.
Availability to work varied hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays, and to respond to emergency situations may be required.

Responsibilities

Install, program, monitor, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair DDC system components, including sensors, transducers, controllers, and network devices in campus buildings.
Identify system problems and implement changes; add, modify, and delete computer programs for energy management systems.
Train and provide technical assistance to maintenance staff and students on the use and operation of direct digital controllers.
Coordinate and facilitate departments’ transition to the energy management system, including explaining procedures and principles and scheduling installations.
Contact appropriate personnel when failures occur and coordinate communication between the Building Automation Center and maintenance staff.
Plan, implement, monitor, evaluate, and upgrade energy-saving programs, such as demand limiting and weekly scheduling.
Assist with coordination of construction projects affecting energy management systems to ensure compliance with University standards; consult with engineers and architects and assist with planning, vendor review and selection, and specification adoption.
Maintain inventory, purchase replacement parts, order supplies, and compile and maintain records and reports.
Train and direct student employees or employees in lower pay grades and potentially participate in training new employees.
Perform basic troubleshooting on campus utility metering and maintain utility metering hardware and software used to collect data.
Perform related duties as required.