How to Apply
A cover letter is required for consideration for this position and should be attached as the first page of your resume. The cover letter should address your specific interest in the position and outline skills and experience that directly relate to this position.
Who We Are
Building Automation Systems (BAS) is part of the University of Michigan's Maintenance Services department. BAS serves nearly all of the University's General Fund Buildings, and a few non-general fund buildings. BAS implements schedule and operational changes for various types of equipment and monitors alarm conditions and energy efficient system operation.
BAS is connected to a campus-wide network, from which Utility Systems Technicians and Control System Specialists can make program changes that alter schedules and modify control operation. Changes are sent to remote panel-mounted computer servers which control the building systems. The servers perform stand-alone control for autonomous operation whenever networks are unavailable.
Job Summary
Utility Systems Technician III - Operate, coordinate, troubleshoot, and correct problems that relate to building utilities management systems and supporting equipment, and maintain the operating integrity of computerized building utilities management systems.
Utility Systems Technician II - To coordinate the operation of the utilities management systems; and to maintain the operating integrity of computerized utility management systems.
Utility Systems Technician I - To monitor and operate a computerized utility management system to control heating, ventilation, air conditioning and other utility systems.
Utility Systems Technician Trainee - An entry-level position designed to train an employee to move into the Building Automation Services or Systems Monitoring Utility Systems Technician I classification. Assist in the monitoring and operation of a computerized utility management system controlling heating, ventilation, air conditioning and other utility systems.
Responsibilities*
Utility Systems Technician III
- Create and troubleshoot complex computer programs in the language(s) of the installation.
- Verify correct implementation of sequences of operation in control program language.
- Maintain close working relationship with University building representatives to assist in troubleshooting, establish schedules, and respond to questions and complaints.
- Train new employees.
- Read and interpret blueprints.
- Set up and maintain written and computer-based documentation management. Formalize, update, and maintain the operating procedures for equipment.
- Maintain and assist in the development of systems standards, including software, graphics creation, alarms, and others.
- Convert electronic drawings, or other file types to formats compatible with building utilities management systems.
- Translate alarm specifications (developed by engineers and occupants) into usable alarm definition formats.
- Review new points and control programs to ensure they meet defined standards.
- Perform system diagnostics and software repair and/or initiate corrective action for all alarms and malfunctions.
- Coordinate building summer/winter switches and scheduling for customer requirements. Maintain software integrity of all assigned DDC panels, to include database backups.
- Archive and trend points of equipment values and run times, to produce reports and graphs to evaluate proper equipment operation and energy usage.
- May coordinate the work of Utility Systems Technician I's, and/or II's, or other assigned assistants.
- Analyze building energy consumption/billing reports.
Utility Systems Technician II
- Inspect and test new systems, alterations, or equipment additions to assure proper functioning.
- Design, maintain and review log sheets on system operations and performance.
- Perform console programming and systems back-up activities.
- Train Technicians in the use and application of the utility management system.
- Monitor, evaluate and initiate improvements to the operation of utility management.
- Operate the computerized utility management console and initiate corrective action for all alarm indications and other malfunctions.
- Coordinate staff for maintenance and repair activities during shut down and start up times.
- May coordinate the work of Utility Systems Technician I's or other assigned assistants.
Utility Systems Technician I
- Operate the computerized utility management console and initiate corrective action for all alarm indications and other malfunctions.
- Monitor and evaluate the operation of a computerized utility management system.
- Maintain logs and records on utility system operations.
- Review reports on system operations and performance to ensure optimum efficiency.
- Advise staff on shut down and start up activities and coordinate equipment maintenance and repair activities.
- Assist in modifying computer programs to initiate system changes to operating parameters.
Utility Systems Technician Trainee
- Perform the following duties as a trainee under the direction of Utility Systems Technicians or department supervisor:
- Operate the computerized utility management console and assist in initiating corrective action for all alarm indications and other malfunctions.
- Monitor and assist in evaluating the operation of a computerized utility management system.
- Maintain logs and records on utility system operations.
- Review reports on system operations and performance to ensure optimum efficiency.
- Assist in advising staff on shut down and start up activities and assist in coordinating equipment maintenance and repair activities.
- Observe the modifying of computer programs to initiate system changes to operating parameters.
- Monitor and interpret weather conditions.
Required Qualifications*
Utility Systems Technician III
- Graduation from high school, supplemented by two years of technical coursework or training in electronics, computer operations, or instrumentation systems, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Considerable experience in the operation and maintenance of automated heating, ventilation, and air conditioning control systems.
- Considerable experience in maintaining logs and records for building utilities management systems.
- Considerable computerized building utilities management systems operations experience.
- Considerable experience in dealing with large, complex computer control systems.
- Considerable experience with computer control languages.
Utility Systems Technician II
- Graduation from high school, supplemented by two years of technical course work or training in electronics, computer operations or instrumentation systems, or equivalent combination of education and experience is necessary.
- Reasonable experience in the operation and maintenance of automated heating, ventilation and air conditioning control systems is necessary.
- Considerable experience in maintaining logs and records for utility systems is necessary.
- Considerable computerized utility systems operation experience is desirable.
Utility Systems Technician I
- Graduation from high school, supplemented by two years of technical course work or training on electronics, computer operations or instrumentation systems, or an equivalent combination of education and experience is necessary.
- Some knowledge of the operation and maintenance of automated heating, ventilation and air conditioning control systems is necessary.
- Some experience in maintaining logs and records for utilities systems is desirable.
- Some computerized utility systems operation experience is desirable.
Utility Systems Technician Trainee
- Graduation from high school or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- General understanding of the operation and maintenance of automated heating, ventilation and air conditioning control systems.
- Experience maintaining logs and records for utility systems.
- Desired: Two years of technical course work or training in electronics, computer operations or instrumentation systems, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Considerable computerized utility systems operation experience. Some experience in computerized maintenance management systems. Some experience in Microsoft suite of programs (Excel, Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint). Some experience maintaining logs and records for utility systems.
Modes of Work
Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment. Learn more about the work modes.
Work Schedule
Please note: This posting is for three open positions:
Monday - Friday, 6:30 am - 2:30 pm (two openings) - Utility Systems Technician III/II/I
- Thursday - Monday, 10:30 pm - 6:30 am (one opening) - Utility Systems Technician III/II/I/Trainee
Underfill Statement
This position may be underfilled at a lower classification as Utility Systems Technician II or I depending on the qualifications of the selected candidate.
Starting salary for the Technician II classification is $77,563.20 - after three months in position $80,100.80, after six months in position $82,430.40.
Starting salary for the Technician I classification is $64,979.20 - after six months in position $68,952.
Starting salary for the Trainee classification is $64,979.20 - after six months in position $67,558.40.
Additional Information
Facilities and Operations is a positive organization dedicated to the principles of being respectful, collaborative, solutions-based, and proactive.
Union Affiliation
This position is covered under the collective bargaining agreement between the U-M and the International Union of Operating Engineers, which contains and settles all matters with respect to wages, benefits, hours and other terms and conditions of employment.
Background Screening
The University of Michigan conducts background checks on all job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent offer and may use a third party administrator to conduct background checks. Background checks are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act.
U-M EEO Statement
The University of Michigan is an equal employment opportunity employer.