BAS PM Tech

Working Title: BAS PM Tech

State Role Title: Electronics Technician I

Position Type: Full-time Staff (Classified)

Position Status: Full-Time

College/Division: Business Services

Department: 100255 - Trades/Shops E&G

Pay Rate: Pay Range

Specify Range or Amount: $58,000-$60,750

Is this a JMU only position? No

Is this a grant-funded position? No

Is this a Conflict of Interest designated position? No

Beginning Review Date: 8/10/2024

About JMU:

James Madison University is a publicly funded university with a beautiful campus and a supportive community that is committed to preparing students for the future. The university offers excellent comprehensive benefits which include paid vacation, sick, parental, and community service leave in addition to 19 paid holidays a year; affordable health insurance; retirement through the Virginia Retirement System. We also offer a work-life balance and integration program, Balanced Dukes, that is designed to support the overall wellbeing of our employees and a Tuition Waiver Program that allows employees to have tuition waived for undergraduate and graduate level courses taken at JMU.

Visit our Prospective Employee site to learn more about what makes JMU a great place to work: bit.ly/JMUEmployment

General Information:

James Madison University Facilities Management department is currently accepting applications for BAS PM Technician.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Performs commissioning, retro-commissioning, and preventative maintenance on HVAC control systems to ensure air handlers, dampers, valves, sensors, and related equipment's are functioning as designed.
• Evaluate the Operation of HVAC Equipment
  
  
  
  
  • Performs functional testing of air handlers, hydronic systems, and other HVAC systems.
  • Adjusts dampers and valves, and calibrates sensors as needed to ensure proper system operation.
  • Ensures wiring is clearly labeled and control panels are clean and neat
  
  
  
  
• Assist in the commissioning of new buildings
  
  
  
  
  • Performs point-to-point check out of HVAC control system on new construction and major renovation projects.
  • Notes any deficiencies and works with BAS supervisor and BAS contractors to ensure problems are addressed.
  
  
  
  
• Develop testing procedures for HVAC systems - including maintaining records of deficiencies and remedies
• Works with other BAS Techs as needed for calls
• Work with Energy and Utilities technicians to provide assistance installing and maintaining utility meters as needed
• May be required to perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Knowledge of various types of electronic and pneumatic control systems.
• Knowledge of building and automation systems fundamentals
• Knowledge of controls installation, setup, and wiring
• Working HVAC knowledge
• General knowledge of building codes
• Knowledge of control hardware and software relationships
• Ability to operate a variety of complex diagnostic equipment
• Ability to logically diagnose and troubleshoot controls problems
• Basic computer literacy with the ability to navigate the Windows environment
• Ability to read and understand blueprints
• Ability to work independently
• Ability to work well with others and relate positively to customers
• Must have a Valid Virginia Drivers License

Additional Posting Information:

Conditions of Employment:

Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background check and an acceptable MVR.

E-Verify Notice: After accepting employment, new hires are required to complete an I-9 form and present documentation of their identity and eligibility to work in the United States. James Madison University uses the E-Verify system to confirm identity and work authorization.

EEO Statement:

James Madison University is committed to creating and supporting a diverse and inclusive work and educational community that is free of all forms of discrimination. This institution does not tolerate discrimination or harassment on the basis of age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, genetic information, national origin, parental status, political affiliation, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation or veteran status.

We promote access, inclusion and diversity for all students, faculty, staff, constituents and programs, believing that these qualities are foundational components of an outstanding education in keeping with our mission. The university is interested in candidates whose experience and qualifications support an ongoing commitment to this core quality.

Anyone having questions concerning discrimination should contact the Office for Equal Opportunity: (540) 568-6991.

Reasonable Accommodation:

If you are an individual with a disability and need assistance searching or applying for jobs please contact us at (540) 568-3597 or jobs@jmu.edu. You may also visit the JMU Human Resource Office, located at 752 Ott Street, Harrisonburg, VA 22807 and we will be happy to assist you.