Senior Instrumentation & Controls Technician
About The Position
The University of Virginia is hiring a Senior Instrumentation & Controls Technician for Facilities Management (FM). FM supports the University's research, academic, and patient care programs and is responsible for operating, repairing, and maintaining University buildings, infrastructure, and grounds, as well as managing capital construction and renovation for University-owned and leased properties. The position is part of the Service Team within FM’s Automation Services department. The team provides preventive maintenance, responsive controls services, and customer support for building automation infrastructure across University grounds. It also services and maintains 24/7 temperature monitoring for laboratory and medical-grade cold storage units, including ultra-low temperature freezers, refrigerators, and cold rooms. Senior Technicians perform advanced troubleshooting and diagnostics for mechanical, infrastructure, and energy systems, and install and oversee electrical, electronic, and mechanical components in commercial or industrial settings. They work independently or with a team, mentor junior technicians, and may cover for supervisors when needed. The role supports safe, efficient, and compliant environments across the University, including sometimes high-risk settings. This is a full-time position with UVA benefits. The anticipated hiring range is $33.00–$36.00 per hour ($68,640–$74,880 per year), commensurate with relevant experience and skills. New University hires are eligible for a $2,500 sign-on bonus. The position will remain open until filled. The selected applicant must pass a background check and comply with University vaccine policies.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Four years of experience troubleshooting, installing, repairing, and maintaining electronic control systems.
- Possess at least one of the following: a recognized controls industry certification, successful completion of two or more controls vendor development courses, or relevant trade licensure.
- Pass a background check and comply with the University's vaccine policies.
Nice To Haves
- Direct experience with Johnson Controls Metasys or Automated Logic WebCTRL systems.
- Direct experience with commercial or industrial HVAC systems.
Responsibilities
- Perform advanced electrical troubleshooting, diagnostics, and programming support for BAS logic and graphical interfaces to ensure proper functionality and system performance.
- Troubleshoot BAS networks, including IP-based controllers, BACnet, Modbus, and LonWorks.
- Review, evaluate, and install complex electronic and electro-mechanical equipment.
- Perform functional testing, verification, and calibration of BAS infrastructure.
- Provide technical support and training to lower-level technicians.
- Conduct inspections, maintain logs, and report areas of concern.
- Communicate with Automation Services team members, Facilities Management personnel, and other stakeholders.
- Manage electronic and related equipment, including ordering, stocking, removal, and replacement.
- Participate in the on-call rotation as assigned.
- Mentor junior technicians and step in for supervisors when needed.
Benefits
- 22 days of paid time off, increasing with service.
- 15 or more paid holidays each year, in addition to paid time off.
- Parental and Community Service Leave.
- Health plan options.
- Retirement through the Virginia Retirement System.
- Tuition and professional development benefits.
- Employee wellness program with activities to earn up to $500 per year.
- $2,500 sign-on bonus eligibility for new University hires.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
High school or GED
