DSUS Building Automation Technician

Overview

FLSA Status:   Non-Exempt

Reports To:  Site Management

Work Schedule: Varies

Date Approved: 

POSITION SUMMARY:

Complete scheduled and unscheduled maintenance/repair of building automation systems for airport monitoring technology. Work to ensure continuous integration between various systems/equipment/peripheral devices and main computer hub(s).

Responsibilities

POSITION DESCRIPTION:

• Completes basic maintenance assignments involving but not limited to preventive, routine and emergency maintenance, clearing system faults; cleaning, and/or electrical and software diagnostics/adjustments.
• Monitors system operation; diagnose equipment failures; ensures equipment is running safely.
• Provides direction, guidance and expertise to other personnel assigned to assist in maintenance and repair activities.
• Reads and interprets technical documents, repair manuals, basic schematics and supervisor/manager’s instructions.
• Run reports and analytics as well as verify input data for accuracy for various system and processes which can be easily interpreted by others.
• Using system generated data, look for trends in component behavior and create proactive solutions to mitigate downtime and incidents.
• Perform repairs and diagnostics for networks, control modules and peripheral devices.
• Install and configure new equipment and software.

• Works in tight and/or high spaces utilizing appropriate PPE and fall protection equipment.

• Follows and complies with all company and federally established policies and procedures; completes all applicable training courses assigned by the company.

• Completes forms connected with work assignments according to established procedures.
• Performs additional duties/assignments as may be required by management.

• Completes all safety training as assigned by the Company.
• Compliance with all DSUS safety programs, policies and procedures.
• Perform additional duties/assignments that may be required by management from time to time.

Qualifications

BASIC REQUIREMENTS:

• Previous working experience with advanced controls systems and/or building automation systems.
• Post secondary schooling in a computer sciences, networking or system configuration field.
• Minimum 3 years of previous mechanical or electrical experience.

• Ability to work a non-traditional schedule including weekends and holidays.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Previous work experience in an Airport environment.
• Previous experience working with building management systems and devices.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, schematics and engineering drawings.
• Basic knowledge of commonly used concepts, practices, and procedures in an industrial environment.
• Minimum 3 years of previous basic electrical and/or electronic systems work experience
• 4+ years industrial electrical background

• Minimum 2 years’ experience with PLC logic, industrial electrical controls (troubleshooting and repair), and/or Industrial HVAC certification
• Advanced computer skills.

ADDITIONAL SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE:

• Ability to accept responsibility and account for his/her actions.
• Ability to use thinking and reasoning to solve a problem.
• Ability to take care of customer needs while following company procedures.
• Ability to demonstrate conduct conforming to a set of values and accepted standards.
• Ability to focus on a goal and obtain a pre-determined result.
• Ability to formulate a sound decision using the available information.
• Ability to effectively build relationships with customers and co-workers.
• Possess the trait of being organized or following a systematic method of performing a task
• Ability to work with people regardless of race, gender, religion, ancestry, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, medical condition or job type.
• Ability to get along well with a variety of personalities and individuals.
• Ability to obtain the proper resources to complete job assignment.
• Ability to identify and correct conditions that affect employee safety.
• Ability to be truthful and be seen as credible in the workplace.
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and written.
• Ability to work under pressure with time constraints.
• Ability to complete assigned training in a timely manner.

Computer Skills: Basic computer knowledge, at an intermediate level in working with Microsoft Windows to include: Outlook, Word, and Excel.

Other Requirements:

• Must be able to read, write, speak and understand English.
• Must be able obtain and maintain an Airport Security badge
• Must have and maintain a valid driver’s license and be insurable under the Company’s insurance policy
• Must be able to comply with the DSUS Drug and Alcohol policy.
• Must be committed to working safely while accomplishing all tasks and promoting a safe work environment at all times.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands of this position vary by day and are not based solely on a single workday.

Physical Demands

Lift/Carry

Stand

F (Frequently)

Walk

F (Frequently)

Sit

O (Occasionally)

Handling / Fingering

F (Frequently)

Reach Outward

F (Frequently)

Reach Above Shoulder

F (Frequently)

Climb/Balance

F (Frequently)

Crawl

F (Frequently)

Squat or Stoop

F (Frequently)

Bend or Kneel

Drive

F (Frequently)

O (Occasionally)

10 lbs or less

F (Frequently)

11-20 lbs

F (Frequently)

21-50 lbs

O (Occasionally)

51+ lbs

O (Occasionally)

Push/Pull

10 lbs or less

F (Frequently)

11-20 lbs

F (Frequently)

21-50 lbs

O (Occasionally)

51+ lbs

I (Infrequently)

N (Not Applicable)

Activity is not applicable to this occupation.

I (Infrequently)

O (Occasionally)

Occupation requires this activity less than 5% of the time

Occupation requires this activity up to 33% of the time (0 - 2.5+ hrs/day)

F (Frequently)

Occupation requires this activity from 33% - 66% of the time (2.5 - 5.5+ hrs/day)

C (Constantly)

Occupation requires this activity more than 66% of the time (5.5+ hrs/day)

Other Physical Requirements: Vision (Near, Distance), Hearing

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Works under the Airport Terminal, in conditions that may contain dust, dirt and continual noise that is below OSHA’s action level