Building Automation Systems Operations Liaison (Operations Specialist 2/3)

at  Los Alamos National Laboratory

MINIMUM JOB REQUIREMENTS:

Technical Expertise: Knowledge of HVAC installation, troubleshooting, repair and maintenance. Knowledge of troubleshooting and repair of digital controls systems, including unit controllers, sensors, actuators, and motors. Understanding of principles and basic components of DC electronics. Ability to read electrical/electronic diagrams, blueprints, technical manuals, and control logic blocks in software.
Technology: Skill in the use of computers and basic network configurations. Organizational and computer skills to include ability to use Excel spreadsheets and create lists in SharePoint.
Planning & Prioritization: Ability to develop heating, ventilating, and air conditioning system modification plans. Ability to document and track preventive maintenance activities. Knowledge of mechanical systems, building materials, and emergency maintenance.

ADDITIONAL JOB REQUIREMENTS FOR OPERATIONS SPECIALIST 3:

In addition to the requirements outlined above, qualification at the higher level requires:
Communication & Teamwork: Ability to lead and train staff and/or students and walk managers through stabilizing systems. Experience with training staff to include how to use the software and diagnosing problems with the hardware.
Technical Expertise: Expert experience with computerized maintenance management systems or work control systems. Demonstrated knowledge in the preparation and presentation of operations reports. Demonstrated ability to contribute to the development of new theories and methods as a process improvement.
Education/Experience Operations Specialist 2: Position requires an Associate’s Degree and 4 years of related experience; or, an equivalent combination of education and experience directly related to the occupation.
Education/Experience Operations Specialist 3: Position requires a Bachelor’s Degree and 5 years of related experience; or, an equivalent combination of education and experience directly related to the occupation. At this level, post graduate course work may be desirable.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Basic knowledge of building automation user interfaces, preferably Automated Logic, Alerton, and Trane.
• Knowledge of the specific FOD facilities.
• Current or recent Journeyman’s Refrigeration or Electrical Licenses (JR) and one other HVAC/Plumbing related Journeyman’s Licenses preferred.
• Active Q clearance.
• Ability to use hand and power tools, and diagnostic equipment applicable to the trade.
  Work Location: The work location for this position is onsite and located in Los Alamos, NM. All work locations are at the discretion of management.
  Position commitment: Regular appointment employees are required to serve a period of continuous service in their current position in order to be eligible to apply for posted jobs throughout the Laboratory. If an employee has not served the time required, they may only apply for Laboratory jobs with the documented approval of their Division Leader. The position commitment for this position is 1 year.

The successful candidate will be expected to perform the following duties of this position, but are not limited to:

• Acts as the main contact between BAS Engineering and Field Technicians and the FOD Operations for HVAC maintenance priorities.
• Daily monitoring of assigned buildings through the building automation, analytics, and alarming dashboards to identify issues within the facilities.
• Leads collaboration efforts with other facility representatives as required to support the safety/reliability of equipment/systems.
• Provides support to Facility Operations Building Managers to troubleshoot, mitigate problems and provide a path forward for repairs.
• Provides guidance and oversight to fitters and electricians in troubleshooting, and repair of commercial heating and cooling systems control components, including global and unit controllers, actuators, sensors, VAV components, VFDs, motors, chillers, boilers, and air conditioning systems.
• Provides oversight and guidance on the testing and calibration of new component installations.
• Works with Operations on alarming, scheduling, and operating new and upgrade BAS installations.
• Works with the field technicians in the coordination, execution, and documentation of the seasonal testing and post maintenance checkouts of all BAS equipment.
• Interprets as-built building blueprints and works with BAS Engineering to recommend system modifications for upgrade projects in accordance with applicable codes and standards.
• Researches and selects materials for HVAC systems installation, repair, and maintenance based on LANL standardized components.
• Ensures proper care in the use and maintenance of equipment and supplies; promotes continuous improvement of workplace safety and environmental practices