Sr. Automation Analyst (HVAC controls) - Facilities Management * Days - 40hrs/wk

University Of Michigan • Wyoming, MI

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About The Position

This Senior Automation Analyst position provides advanced level informational technology and energy management services for Metro Health Facilities Management under direction and supervision of the Manager - Maintenance to ensure comfortable, efficient, continuous, and compliant facility operation.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical Engineering or HVAC/R Engineering Technology required.
• Ten years of maintenance, engineering and/or facility automation experience.
• Minimum three years of demonstrated ability in healthcare engineering and maintenance or food processing licensed facility engineering and maintenance or ten years of demonstrated ability in commercial building maintenance or construction.
• Valid Michigan driver's license without restriction affecting performance of job responsibilities.
• Must have certificates of training in at least three of the following: Trane Tracer Ensemble Operation, Trane Tracer Synchrony Operations, EcoStructure Power Monitoring Expert (PME), Controls Communication Technology, EPA Section 608 Technician Certification, Swisslog Pneumatic Tube System or similar Pneumatic Tube System, MECH Senior Health Care Mechanic Certification or obtain certification within 30 Months of employment.
• Must be able to create and modify sequences of operation for improved energy efficiency of HVAC equipment and other mechanical, electric, and pneumatic systems.
• Must have experience and understanding of servers and personal computers with their peripheral devices such as monitors, printers, scanners, modems, and storage drives.
• Must have experience and understanding of Windows 10,7, XP, NT, Microsoft Office products.
• Must have significant knowledge of Accruent TMS Computerized Maintenance Management System software or similar Computerized Maintenance Management System software.
• Must have significant knowledge of the Versatrack Refrigeration monitoring software or similar Refrigeration monitoring software.
• Must have advanced competencies in electrical and electronic controls associated with building systems.
• Must have comprehension of complex sequences of operation associated with HVAC systems.
• Able to verbally communicate fluently with individuals at all levels inside and outside the organization.
• Able to build and maintain effective relationships with building owners, managers, developers, as well as architects, engineers, consultants, vendors, contractors, utility providers, authorities having jurisdiction, and individuals at all levels within Metro Health.
• Advanced mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills and experience.
• Excellent communication skills and operate with integrity under minimal supervision.
• Must possess strong multi-tasking, time management, leadership and decision-making skills.

Nice To Haves

• Preferred advanced knowledge and understanding of facility automation hardware, architecture, and protocol.
• Preferred to have building commissioning, retro commissioning, and fault detection experience.

Responsibilities

• Implements, installs and writes building automation programs, codes, and sequences of operation, updates, monitors, evaluates, maintains, and services all automated facility systems including but not limited to: Building Automation and Energy Management Systems: Tracer Summit, Tracer Ensemble, Honeywell and Tridium, Power Logic and Energy Monitoring Systems, HVAC and Refrigeration Controllers, Card and Keypad access controls, Lighting controllers, Pneumatic Tube System, Clock Systems, Security and fire alarms, Versatrak critical environment monitoring hardware and software.
• Provides advanced technical direction and support to design professionals and contractors, Facilities Management department staff and coordinates directly with all other clinical and non-clinical departments.
• Interpret, modify, and write software to control HVAC systems and equipment.
• Utilize the department Building Automation System (BAS) as well as other automated equipment systems to view conditions, identify concerns, troubleshoot issues, respond to alarms, modify schedules, change values, and decommission as well as install replacement sensors, controllers, and devices, etc. with appropriate coordination with applicable HVAC and Maintenance Technicians.
• Maintains, optimizes, modifies, and updates current computerized maintenance management (CMMS - Currently four rivers TMS) and evaluates options and alternative systems to maintain an effective, efficient system.
• Accurately complete all required documentation including but not limited to the Infection Control Risk Assessment, Alternative Life Safety Measures, etc. for compliance with Metro Health policies and procedures and other authorities having jurisdiction including but not limited to Health Care Facilities Accreditation Program, Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, State of Michigan, City of Wyoming, etc.
• Accompany, assist, and coordinate vendors and contractors providing services within or upon Metro Health facilities.
• Review and develop effective processes, procedures, and policies.
• Mentor and train all Facilities Management staff to improve their technical skill and knowledge as well as process and procedural skill and knowledge.
• Complete preventative maintenance and corrective work orders including investigating the requirements and troubleshooting the problem(s) to determine the best solution.
• Monitor inventory and request both stock and non-stock parts, maintain parts rooms along with tool and equipment storage areas in a clean and organized manner.
• Continuously looks for and suggest ways to improve the procedures and performance of the maintenance department.
• Inspect both visually and through the use of technology the grounds, buildings and equipment to assess condition and operation, level of preventative maintenance, and detect conditions needing maintenance and repair.
• Stay current on and follows Department policies, procedures, and instructions.
• Transport self/others to worksite, load/unload/pickup/deliver department stock/materials/tools/equipment.
• Maintain regular and predictable attendance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Industry: Educational Services
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree