Responsibilities
- Proactively monitor the BAS Network traffic utilizing network analyzer applications and tools, and evaluate options for new techniques, concepts, and theories on operating issues.
- Investigate, repair, and document data sharing problems such as vendor integration and data collected from Facility Automation Systems to the Enterprise Utility Management System (EUMS) or other energy-related applications. Principal responder for campus BACnet and integration issues, providing technical resolution to DDC, building automation, and related issues.
- Investigate, repair, and document network errors (i.e, duplicate IP addresses, incorrect device instance numbers, loss of communication, etc.) and/or programming errors (i.e, mis-configured CoV subscriptions, bad static bindings, missing network points, I/O errors, etc. Perform point-to-point system check-outs and participate in new and renovated system onboarding.
- Ensure proper software setup, programming, and communication with server(s). Provide technical support, direction, and guidance to end users and other trades personnel.
- Maintain technical proficiency in building system applications through regular educational activities such as seminars, training classes, conferences, and self-education.
- Respond to campus emergencies, both during the day and after hours, as needed.
- Use campus software tools and other documentation methods to effectively develop, organize, and maintain necessary work-related technical documentation.
- Must possess journey-level knowledge of the potential occupational hazards connected with electrical and building system controls, work along with the associated safety standards and practices that should be applied.
- Must have a willingness to initiate productive work activity, work independently from both written and verbal work orders, and accept responsibility for these work assignments.
Requirements
- Bachelor's Degree 3+ years of relevant experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience
- Associate Degree 2+ years of relevant experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience
Nice to Have
- Additional years of experience in HVAC Controls, Building Automation, and/or IT Networking
- Experience with building automation systems.
- Working knowledge of BACnet traffic and IT networks.
- Journey-level experience using computers and associated software to maintain, adjust, operate, and troubleshoot building automation systems
Work Arrangement
Hybrid
Additional Information
- Must be available for emergency after-hours work, which may require carrying a cell phone.
- Some travel may be required.
- Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies.
- Penn State does not sponsor or take over sponsorship of a staff employment Visa. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S.
