Building Automation Systems Manager

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Job Title Building Automation Systems Manager

Summary The Building Automation Systems (BAS) Manager is responsible for maintenance, upgrades, and modifications of automated building software and hardware for designated systems, as well as hands-on mechanical troubleshooting and repair across campus equipment. They work to coordinate intersystem communications between various BAS on campus. The Building Automation Systems Manager troubleshoots, analyzes, and advises on system malfunctions and operational requirements, leads small facilities projects, and serves as a technical lead - directing technician workflows and establishing job priorities when a foreman is unavailable. In addition to this, they inspect, maintain, repair, and update programming functions of various BAS on campus and implement new system programming functions as needed.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Inspects, maintains, repairs, and calibrates all temperature, humidity, and recording devices, including meters and gauges.
• Performs hands-on mechanical repair, preventative maintenance, and advanced troubleshooting on HVAC, hydronic, and mechanical equipment alongside automated controls.
• Reads, writes, modifies, and maintains automated building software and hardware for designated systems.
• Works closely with the engineering team to facilitate future projects, reviewing functional scopes, cost analysis, and comparative options to increase project efficiencies.
• Leads small-scale facilities and mechanical/controls projects, overseeing coordination, execution, and quality control from inception through closeout.
• Acts as a lead technician when a foreman is unavailable, assigning tasks, establishing daily technician job priorities, and providing technical guidance in the field.
• Trains, mentors, and coaches maintenance and HVAC technicians on BAS navigation, field troubleshooting methodologies, equipment operation, and standard operating procedures.
• Coordinates with Information Technology department to ensure system clients, servers, and access are secure, encrypted, and appropriately aligned with network mandates on campus.
• Occasionally coordinates contractor preventative maintenance planning based on current campus issues, projects, and upcoming events.
• Coordinates intersystem communications between various BAS on campus.
• Performs system updates/upgrades to field controllers, system clients, and system servers.
• Troubleshoots, analyzes, and advises on system malfunctions and operational requirements.
• Inspects, maintains, repairs, and updates programming functions of various BAS on campus.
• Implements new system programming functions of various BAS on campus.
• Inspects, maintains, repairs, and updates graphical user interfaces of various BAS on campus.
• Implements new system graphical user interfaces of various BAS on campus.
• Performs troubleshooting of BAS hardware and hardware tie-ins (VFDs, Chillers, Boilers, Air Handlers, Pumps, etc.).
• Makes scheduling adaptations for equipment across automated building systems involving lighting and HVAC where applicable.
• Remotely troubleshoots/repairs system operations during off hours via secure means.
• Ensures safe and effective operations and working environment.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Formal education consisting of an Associate of Science degree in an electronics, mechanical, or HVAC field from an accredited institution, OR completion of an accredited trade apprenticeship/technical certification program (e.g., Universal EPA, NATE, HVAC Excellence, State Journeyman/Stationary Engineer, or equivalent industry technical certification).
• Five (5) years of professional experience with BAS centralized around BACnet, OR ten (10) or more years of professional HVAC mechanical service/repair experience with extensive hands on building automation and controls involvement.
• In-depth understanding of BACnet communications protocols between systems.
• Building automation systems knowledge at an engineer or senior controls technician level.
• Mechanical heating/cooling systems troubleshooting, maintenance, and repair knowledge at a Tech II or Journeyman level.
• Proven ability to lead small facility projects, direct technician assignments, and establish field priorities in the absence of a foreman.
• Ability to read/write blueprints, mechanical drawings, and electrical/wiring schematics.
• Experience with Microsoft Server and MSSQL.
• Understanding of network operation/security, including encryption, port assignments, and troubleshooting.
• Valid Ohio Driver’s License.
• Interest in understanding and supporting John Carroll’s mission to inspire individuals to excel in learning, leadership, and service in the region and in the world.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience serving in a lead technician, foreman, or supervisory capacity.
• Proven experience training, onboarding, or mentoring technicians, apprentices, or facilities personnel in HVAC mechanics and building automation controls.
• Advanced mechanical heating/cooling systems knowledge at a Tech III or Master Mechanical level.
• Building automation experience with Andover Continuum, Siemens Apogee, Trane Tracer Summit, Schneider Electric EcoStruxure, Siemens Desigo, or Delta Entelliweb.
• Experience managing subcontractors and small mechanical retrofit or upgrade projects.
• JavaScript knowledge/experience.
• Information Technology program completion from a trade school.

Normal Work Location, Hours and Conditions This position works in-person from our campus in University Heights, Ohio, generally 40 hours per week as assigned. This position will require work to be performed outside of normal business hours and weekends based on department needs and operations including participation in an on-call schedule. Exposure to outdoor conditions for extended periods of time may be required.

Physical Requirements Primary functions require sufficient physical ability and mobility to work in office and job site settings; to stand, sit, or walk for prolonged periods of time; to frequently stoop, bend, kneel, crouch, reach, and twist; to lift, carry, push, and/or pull moderate amounts of weight up to 50 lbs.; able to climb ladders; to operate tools and equipment requiring repetitive hand movement and fine coordination; to travel to other campus locations and to verbally communicate to exchange information.

Hours Full Time

FLSA Non-Exempt (Hourly)

Compensation & Benefits Starting rate is $25.00 – $30.00 per hour commensurate with qualifications. This position offers a generous Total Rewards package that includes health and dental insurance options, paid vacation, personal, sick, and mission time, holidays, 403 (b) retirement plan, life insurance, and tuition remission benefits for you, your spouse, and children.

About John Carroll University John Carroll University is a private, coeducational, Jesuit Catholic university, founded in 1886, dedicated to developing people with the knowledge and character to lead and to serve. The University is located in University Heights, Ohio, an attractive residential suburb 10 miles east of downtown Cleveland. Academically, the University consists of the College of Arts and Sciences, the College of Health and the Boler College of Business, which include graduate programs. The University offers more than 70 Academic Programs in the arts, social sciences, natural sciences, and business at the undergraduate level, and in select areas at the master’s level.

The University enrolls approximately 2,500 undergraduate students and 500 graduate students and has a student-to-faculty ratio of 13:1. John Carroll University is one of 27 Jesuit universities in the United States and has been listed in U.S. News & World Report magazine’s top 10 rankings of Midwest regional universities for more than 30 consecutive years.

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number AS1004P

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Open Until Filled

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EEO Statement We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome and value all individuals and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives.