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HVAC & Digital Control Technician II

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Georgia State University
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Atlanta, GA
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HVAC & Digital Control Technician II

Facilities Management Services

Building Maintenance

Location: Atlanta Campus 

Schedule: Monday - Friday, 7:00 a.m. - 3:45 p.m. 

These are exciting times in the Maintenance and Operations Department. We are growing, and we are thrilled that you are interested in being a part of our team. We are surrounded by individuals empowered to use their expertise and talents to achieve our mission of pursuing excellence.

Are you ready for us? Are you seeking an opportunity with purpose and direction? If you are, we have the perfect opportunity for you!  We hire great people from a wide variety of educational, career, and personal backgrounds, not just because it is the right thing to do but because it makes us a stronger team. 

The Maintenance and Operations Department seeks (1) HVAC & Digital Control Technician II to join an already awesome team and take this department to the next level of excellence!

WHAT MAKES the Maintenance and Operations Department A GREAT PLACE?

    A flexible work environmentGenerous benefits, including health, dental, vision, tuition assistance, retirement, etc.A knowledge-sharing organization that works collaboratively with diverse partnersProfessional development opportunity and mentorshipA rapidly growing center within an academic setting
HERE IS WHAT YOU WILL DO

The ideal candidate will be responsible for the maintenance and repair of GSU campus buildings' BAS " Building Automation Systems," HVAC control, and laboratory control systems. Their work will entail inspections, preventative maintenance, minor system modifications, and installations as required for GSU's multiple BAS platforms. In addition to supporting the department, the HVAC & Digital Control Technician II also:

    Overhauls and services refrigeration, air conditioning, and heating units by repairing or replacing worn parts.Inspects equipment for needed repairs and performs routine maintenance.Tests refrigeration units for leaks; adds gas to refrigeration units.Monitors valves and gages to ensure proper operation; adjust valves, pipes, etc., as needed.Changes and cleans oil and air filters.Operates Centrifugal and Reciprocating chillers.Assist in installing air conditioning and heating units and related equipment.May assist in training lower-level employees.Cleans work areas and equipment.Performs other related duties as assigned.


Qualifications
Minimum Requirements:

    Bachelor's degree and two years of related experience or a combination of education and related experience.
Preferred Hiring Qualifications:

    Minimum three (3) different levels of factory training of DDC control systems manufactured by Siemens and Johnson control Metasis systems and ALC systems with 5‐year BAS maintenance or construction experience. Knowledge of Ethernet network setup and troubleshooting procedures.  Knowledge of VAV and CV laboratory fume hood control systems. Knowledge of large laboratory building ventilation systems.Knowledge of large chilled water plant and steam boiler plant operation and maintenance.Knowledge of procedures, tools, and equipment used in the HVAC trade.Practical oral and written communication skills.Ability to access confined spaces.Ability to work in open areas, such as rooftops, etc.Ability to climb ladders and scaffolds.Ability to operate tools and equipment used in the HVAC trade.Ability to read and interpret blueprints.Ability to multi-task, pay attention to detail, train and supervise staff, lift approximately 50 pounds, exhibit excellent customer service, and interpret building drawings.


College/Business Unit
Open until filled

College/Business Unit: Facilities Management Services
Location: Atlanta Campus
Job Posting: 01/28/25, 2:12:26 PM

Organization

Founded in 1913 in Atlanta, Georgia State University is the second-largest and one of four research institutions in the University System of Georgia. The University serves one-fourth of the graduate students in the university system; it is within a one-hour commute of more than one-third of the state’s population. Approximately 80 percent of all Georgia State alumni live and work in Georgia.georgia_state_university1.jpg

Georgia State’s main campus is located on 34 acres in downtown Atlanta. University centers in Alpharetta, Brookhaven, Buckhead and Henry County offer students convenient suburban locations for graduate courses in business and education.

More than 50,000 students annually attend Georgia State University. While 90 percent of the students are from Georgia, students also come from all 50 states and 160 countries. More than 1,400 international students attend Georgia State and graduate students comprise 31 percent of the student population.

georgia_state_university2.jpgThe University offers more than 52 degree programs in more than 250 fields of study – from public policy and African-American studies to biology and health sciences. Degrees are offered at the bachelor’s, master’s, specialist and doctoral levels through six units: the College of Arts and Sciences, J. Mack Robinson College of Business, College of Education, College of Health and Human Sciences, College of Law and Andrew Young School of Policy Studies. In addition to the numerous degree programs, Georgia State offers full- and part-time programs and day, evening and weekend classes.

Students have many choices in extracurricular activities including more than 22 fraternities and sororities; and some 250 chartered student groups, including 60 degree-related student groups, seven religious, 24 law-oriented and 22 multicultural/international groups; and 10 honor societies. There is also an active student government association which includes the student senate and the judicial board.

The Georgia State Panthers are members of the Colonial Athletic Association and compete in 16 NCAA Division I intercollegiate men’s and women’s sports, including basketball, baseball, softball, golf, tennis, track and volleyball. The university announced in April 2008 that is will begin Division I-AA football in 2010.

The university’s innovative Touch the Earth program brings outdoor recreation ranging from backpacking, rock climbing, sailing, kayaking, rafting and water-skiing to out-of-state snow-skiing and snorkeling trips. And WRAS, Georgia State’s popular 100,000-watt radio voice, is the most powerful student-run radio station in the United States.

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