HVAC Control Engineer (8193C), Facilities Services - 35019 About Berkeley

At the University of California, Berkeley, we are committed to creating a community that fosters equity of experience and opportunity, and ensures that students, faculty, and staff of all backgrounds feel safe, welcome and included. Our culture of openness, freedom and belonging make it a special place for students, faculty and staff.

The University of California, Berkeley, is one of the world's leading institutions of higher education, distinguished by its combination of internationally recognized academic and research excellence; the transformative opportunity it provides to a large and diverse student body; its public mission and commitment to equity and social justice; and its roots in the California experience, animated by such values as innovation, questioning the status quo, and respect for the environment and nature. Since its founding in 1868, Berkeley has fueled a perpetual renaissance, generating unparalleled intellectual, economic and social value in California, the United States and the world.

We are looking for equity-minded applicants who represent the full diversity of California and who demonstrate a sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds present in our community. When you join the team at Berkeley, you can expect to be part of an inclusive, innovative and equity-focused community that approaches higher education as a matter of social justice that requires broad collaboration among faculty, staff, students and community partners. In deciding whether to apply for a position at Berkeley, you are strongly encouraged to consider whether your values align with our Guiding Values and Principles, our Principles of Community, and our Strategic Plan.

Departmental Overview

Facilities Services mission is to continuously improve facility services for the campus community in partnership with clients and staff. The department is comprised of several separate units which include: the AVC Office (including Employee/Labor Relations, Payroll and Benefits), Support Services, Operations, Grounds, Custodial and Environmental Services, and Sustainability and Engineering Services.

University of California, Berkeley Building Energy Management Systems (EMS) consists of Automated Logic and Barrington Control Systems. The position of HVAC Control Engineer is responsible for the day to day operation and maintenance of both systems installed in over 100 facilities at Berkeley Campus.

Barrrington Control System was adopted at Berkeley Campus over 30 years ago as the standard Building Automation System. Barrington Systems devices and subcomponents are not in production any more. We heavily depend on our In-House staff to maintain complicated electronic systems due to availability of spare parts and lack of documentation.
Automated Logic is the Campus Building Automation system installed in over 30 facilities on Campus.

Application Review Date

The First Review Date for this job is: May 12, 2022.

Responsibilities

HVAC Control Engineer

Operate and maintain Barrington and ALC building automation systems. Develop and implement sequence of operation, software programming strategies and hardware point lists for control systems. Analyze, diagnose and troubleshoot HVAC/R systems Diagnose and troubleshoot electronic, DDC and pneumatic controls. Maintain, troubleshoot, and install electronic system & sub-systems; analyze technical data to determine applicability to design problems. Install energy management control systems (or similar systems) from control panels to end devices including cabling. Document and install control system hardware, cabling and conduit that are necessary to facilitate building energy management conversions. Install new control panels, new field devices temperature sensors, pressure sensors, flow sensors, control relays, and all communication cabling between panels and devices. Perform calculations to size circuit control transformers, wire, fuses and other control circuit components. Calculate conduit fill limitations and sizes.

ADMINISTRATIVE DUTIES

Adherence to the scheduling of work through the work management program is required. Consult the shop superintendent and/or lead for technical information. Support maintenance projects and programmatic work assignments. Keep accurate work records and complete paperwork in a neat and timely manner. Define and describe materials, tools and/or equipment, work methods and task sequences. Serve as liaison with clients, relaying their needs and requirements to the appropriate department or superintendent. Obtain materials and equipment.

SAFETY

Adhere to all university and departmental safety guidelines. Attend job-related and safety training as required.

OTHER

Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

The individual must have proven training and work experience in the following areas:

Must possess five years apprentice and two years journeyman experience in craft-related trade and/or equivalent training or experience. Ability to develop and implement sequence of operation, software programming strategies and hardware point lists for control systems. Ability to read and interpret control and ladder logic type diagrams. Ability to read, write and perform basic mathematical computations required in the direct digital controls or electrical trades. Ability to analyze, diagnose and troubleshoot HVAC/R systems. Ability to diagnose and troubleshoot electronic, DDC and pneumatic controls. Maintain, troubleshoot, and install electronic system & sub-systems; analyze technical data to determine applicability to design problems. Installation of energy management control systems (or similar systems) from control panels to end devices including cabling. Document and install control system hardware, cabling and conduit that are necessary to facilitate building energy management conversions. This will include installing new control panels, new field devices temperature sensors, pressure sensors, flow sensors, control relays, and all communication cabling between panels and devices. Ability to layout work by using architectural drawings, sketches, blueprints and material lists. Ability to use architectural, civil, structural mechanical, plumbing and electrical blueprints, freehand and computer generated sketches. Perform calculations to size circuit control transformers, wire, fuses and other control circuit components. Calculate conduit fill limitations and sizes. Work with systems involving control voltage signals and power devices ranging from 2-24 VAC and DC. Adapt equipment to perform new or different functions to meet objectives. Experience and ability to operate a variety of power and hand tools. Knowledge of national, state, and local codes and University safety standards. Respond to emergency calls after normal working hours and work on-call, rotating swing shift and holidays.

Preferred Qualifications

Possess Journey man card from Local UA 342. Computer hardware, software, & networking experience.

Salary & Benefits

This is a full-time (40 hours/week), career position, eligible for full UC benefits. This position is a non-exempt, bi-weekly paid position. Hourly pay for this role is $55.62 (Step 1.0). For information on the comprehensive benefits package offered by the University visit:

https://ucnet.universityofcalifornia.edu/compensation-and-benefits/index.html

How to Apply

Please submit your cover letter and resume as a single attachment when applying. Please upload the document in the Resume section, then skip the (optional) Cover Letter upload section.

Driving Required

A valid driver's license and DMV check for driving record is required.

Conviction History Background

This is a designated position requiring fingerprinting and a background check due to the nature of the job responsibilities. Berkeley does hire people with conviction histories and reviews information received in the context of the job responsibilities. The University reserves the right to make employment contingent upon successful completion of the background check.

Physical Exam

Employment is contingent upon passing a physical exam.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. For more information about your rights as an applicant see:

https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/migrated_files/employers/poster_screen_reader_optimized.pdf
For the complete University of California nondiscrimination and affirmative action policy see:
http://policy.ucop.edu/doc/4000376/NondiscrimAffirmAct



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