Job Description
Our client is seeking an HVAC Control Systems Operator (Building Automation System Operator) to join their federal team supporting the National Defense University.
• Maintain and monitor the performance of the Facility Control Systems. This includes monitoring and managing equipment and system alarms utilizing graphical user interfaces and control system programs
• Validates equipment and system alarms, and creates work orders in the Computerized Maintenance Management Systems for the Technicians to follow up with
• Continuously monitors the Facility Control Systems, primarily using Siemens BAS system to ensure proper operation of all systems and equipment
• Conducts shift turn over meetings when coming on shift and when finishing shifts
• Completes shift reports and logs primarily in Microsoft Word and Excel
• May perform minor maintenance and service on HVAC equipment to include, but not limited to, filter changes, greasing, and other preventative maintenance duties
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Required Skills & Experience
• Operational Experience working with Siemens Apogee, Siemens Desigo, Tridium Niagara / Honeywell Energy Management Control System (EMCS), Metasys, Distech or other comparable Building Automation Systems (BAS)
• Knowledge and competency of HVAC principles
• Knowledge and proficiency using a computer
• Good communication skills, both written and verbal
• Self-starter with ability to work with minimum supervision
• Basic knowledge of safety equipment, requirements for use, and HVAC systems safety procedures and protocols
• The ability to obtain and maintain required government security clearances and/or badges as required to perform site duties. (This involves a background/character, criminal history, employment, and credit check.)
Nice to Have Skills & Experience
• Building operator experience, preferably with Direct Digital Controls (DDC) to view, monitor and operate facility control systems
• Knowledge and proficiency working with Siemens Building Automation Systems (BAS)
• Experience working with Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS) for creating work orders
• HVAC mechanical maintenance and service experience.
• BAS systems experience
• HVAC Technical School training and/or certifications
• Siemens Apogee or Siemens Desigo certifications
Benefit packages for this role will start on the 1st day of employment and include medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as HSA, FSA, and DCFSA account options, and 401k retirement account access with employer matching. Employees in this role are also entitled to paid sick leave and/or other paid time off as provided by applicable law.