Systems Specialist I

Albireo Energy•Gambrills, MD

6d•$25 - $32

About The Position

This position is responsible for assisting in the operation of the department. An individual in this position will be expected to perform additional job-related responsibilities and duties throughout the facility as assigned and/or as necessary. In addition to the responsibilities below, the Systems Specialist I performs routine technical duties in troubleshooting and repairing components within building automation field cabinets, sensors, and related controls. They mostly work under the direct supervision of a higher-level building automation technician but may be asked to perform tasks at the capacity of a Systems Specialist II. The position supports Ft Meade and Baltimore. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: An individual must be able to successfully perform the essential functions of this position with or without a reasonable accommodation.

Requirements

Equivalent experience, vocational school, or an Associate degree in electronics, mechanical systems, computer technology, air conditioning or similar field is preferred.
Self-starter attitude that is inquisitive, intuitive, and has a willingness to learn and grow.
Ability to document daily tasks, plan and prepare for tasks assigned.
Prior experience supporting construction and field employee groups, including strong problem-solving skills, critical thinking, and self-initiative.
Excellent written and verbal communication, interpersonal skills; high quality document and report preparation.

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with the Automated Logic product line and software suite is a preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

Assist in troubleshooting and making necessary repairs to building-automation-system field cabinets, including communication devices, printed circuit boards, power supplies, electrical/electronic controls, sensors, and transducers.
Assist in safely performing point-to-point checkout of end devices, e.g., use multimeter to check continuity and/or resistance of sensors, verifying sensors with calibrated meters, breaking connection at end devices to verify IO channel assignments, verifying valve stroke and fail positions, etc.
Assist in bringing control networks online
Communicate technical issues to senior level technicians.
Assist in maintaining field markups and perform warranty related service calls.
Assist with maintaining regular system backups during project.
Assist more senior level technicians in the startup of systems and equipment.
Report to work on time and ready to perform assigned tasks.
Maintain company tools, test equipment, and material.
Create daily reports and submit to Albireo project team and supervisor.
Stay busy and look for opportunities to advance project completion.
Support a culture based on open/honest dialogue and involvement with all team members that demonstrates the value of their input and engagement in improving performance.
Support a culture of high performance and accountability in employee and site safety as well as other aspects of the business.