Position Details

Position Details

Requisition Number STA002570Classification TitleControls TechnicianWorking TitleLocationStatesboro CampusDepartment3909920301 - Mechanical MaintenancePosition StatusFull-TimePosition Summary

Facilities Services. The Controls Technician serves as a point of contact for HVAC Technicians and Crew Leaders; answers questions and solves issues that cannot be diagnosed and solved related to building automation controls and control systems.

Essential Functions

•Installs and calibrates all types of HVAC and electrical controls (electronic and digital); equipment including pneumatic controls, electrical lines, and low voltage controls such as thermostats, sequences, valves, actuators switches, contractors, sensors, relays and JCI installed equipment (controllers, sensors, transducers).
•Troubleshoots and repairs control systems on air conditioners, heat pumps, boilers, chillers and lift stations using manufacturer’s information.
•Installs wire and places into operation for retrofit controllers for boilers and air conditioning equipment.
•Responds to emergency calls and/or work orders related to air conditioning, heating, hot water equipment and ventilation systems controls.
•Provides guidance to A/C Mechanics in performing the duties of their jobs.
•Installs wiring and start-up of Variable Frequency Drives.
•Installs Fire Alarm systems, wiring and programming.
•Maintains inventory to eliminate down-time in production.

Georgia Southern University is a Tobacco Free Campus.

Minimum Education Required

High School Diploma or equivalent; Refrigerant Transition and Recovery Certification or ability to obtain and maintain certification within timeline specified by department

Could a level of job-related experience higher than the minimum required for the position substitute for the minimum level of education?NoMinimum Experience Required

Three or more years of related work experience

Could a level of education higher than the minimum required for the position substitute for the minimum level of job-related experience?NoKnowledge, Skills & Abilities

Effective communication (verbal and written), organization and human relations skills; ability to work well in a diverse environment; proficiency with computer and Microsoft Office Applications software including word processing, spreadsheets, and databases; legally authorized to work in the United States; successful completion of background investigation prior to employment

Preferred Education

Associate’s Degree

Preferred Experience

Experience with Johnson Controls Metasys Facilities Management System; experience with fire alarm installation, wiring and programming

Salary Range$36,500 - $44,014Job Open Date11/06/2019Job Closing Date11/27/2019Special Instructions SummaryQuicklink for Postinghttp://employment.georgiasouthern.edu/postings/63559Required Applicant DocumentsRequired Documents

Optional Documents

1. Resume
2. Cover Letter

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. * Do you have a High School Diploma or Equivalent ?
   • Yes
   • No
2. * Do you have the ability to obtain and maintain a Refrigerant Transition and Recovery Certification?
   • Yes
   • No
3. * Do you have three or more years of related experience?
   • Yes
   • No
4. * Do you have the ability to use PC computers and effectively utilize Microsoft Office Applications software including word processing, spreadsheets, and databases?
   • Yes
   • No
5. * Do you understand that Georgia Southern University is a tobacco and smoke-free community?
   • Yes
   • No
6. * Are you authorized to work lawfully in the United States?
   • Yes
   • No