Instrumentation & Controls Technician

University of Virginia•Charlottesville, VA

5d•$52,000 - $62,400•Onsite

About The Position

The University of Virginia is seeking an Instrumentation & Controls Technician for Facilities Management's Automation Services Department. UVA’s campus is constantly evolving with ongoing renovation and new construction projects running alongside the day-to-day operation of over 600 buildings. The Building Optimization Team within Facilities Management’s Automation Services department sits at the center of that work, installing new building automation system (BAS) components in support of the University’s capital program and collaborating closely with the Service, Engineering, and broader Facilities Management teams. The ideal candidate brings a strong HVAC background with a thorough understanding of dynamic systems including air handlers, terminal boxes, fan coils, and all related equipment. The Instrumentation & Controls Technician in this role installs, configures, calibrates, modifies, and repairs electronic and electro-mechanical equipment, working independently or alongside other technicians, apprentices, and contractors, and consulting with supervisors on complex systems.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Two years of experience with HVAC or related electronic equipment.

Nice To Haves

Technical school certificate or associate’s degree in electronics, instrumentation, HVAC, or a related field.
Familiarity with Johnson Controls Metasys or Automated Logic WebCTRL building automation systems.
Experience with commercial or industrial HVAC systems.

Responsibilities

Review drawings prior to installation of controls to ensure accurate and compliant implementation.
Gather materials and lay out proper installation pathways for new controls.
Work with mechanical contractors to coordinate and ensure proper controls installation.
Lay out proper safety circuits for air handlers and terminal equipment.
Install electronic devices, controls, and new BAS components in support of capital renovation projects.
Perform circuit analysis as part of equipment testing and calibration according to specified standards.
Order, stock, remove, and replace electronic and related equipment as needed.
Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on distributed control systems and electro-mechanical equipment.
Conduct inspections, maintain logs, and report conditions that could result in system shutdown or service disruption.
Ensure work is performed in compliance with applicable safety, quality, and regulatory standards.
Work in close coordination with the Service, Engineering, and TAB teams within Automation Services.
Communicate effectively with FM personnel, contractors, and outside stakeholders.
Consult with supervisors when working on complex or high-risk systems.
Provide support to other Automation Services teams as assigned.