Energy Management Specialist (Building Automation and Controls)
Energy Management Specialist
Description
Energy Management Specialist (Building Automation and Controls Technician)
Arizona State University
Campus: Tempe
JR123697
End Date: September 16, 2026
Apply before 11:59 PM Arizona time the day before the posted End Date.
Minimum Qualifications:
Associate's degree and one (1) year of experience appropriate to the area of assignment/field; OR, Any equivalent combination of experience and/or training from which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities have been achieved.
Job Profile Summary:
Provides routine facilities operations support for a department based on established policies and procedures.
Job Description:
Facilities Development and Management Central Plant seeks an Energy Management Specialist to perform work of a complex nature when operating, maintaining, and programming energy management and building automation systems.
Essential Duties:
- Support Central Plants Control system and all other control systems associated with the plant.
- Monitor and adjust all systems to meet comfort levels.
- Evaluate systems for effective energy usage and conservation; make, adjust, repair, replace as needed.
- Use software and hardware in computers and microprocessors for system troubleshooting, adjustment, and repair.
- Modify existing systems and programs, troubleshooting, and maintenance for the objective of creating an optimum system of operation.
- Perform database uploads and downloads to provide DDC controllers with current programs.
- Operate and monitor computer control system equipment. Detect source and nature of system problems.
- Make adjustments to change operating parameters of the system due to emergencies, malfunctions, and change requirements or to optimize operations.
- Perform emergency corrections to neutralize alarm conditions and restore proper operation.
- Verify correct system and control sequence operations.
- May perform scheduled and unscheduled remote start and stop of equipment.
- Update air handlers' schedules upon request for air conditioning services.
- Review, modify, and implement programming changes to building automation system to ensure efficient and effective system operations and conformance with standards and guidelines.
- Calibrate, repair, and replace building automation system sensing devices to specifications.
- May dispatch trouble calls to appropriate personnel to respond to customer needs.
- Study plans, drawings, specifications, and work order requirements.
- Troubleshoot power supplies, controllers, transducers, transmitters, flow meters, sensors, actuators, and take corrective actions.
- Regular activities require ability to quickly change priorities, which may include and/or are subject to resolution of conflicts.
- Communicate to perform the essential functions of the job.
This position is located at the Tempe campus but will require working at other ASU Arizona campus locations based on program need.
Salary Ranges:
EMS Technician I: $28.50 – $36.50 per hour. ASU offers a comprehensive benefits package with the State of Arizona.
EMS Technician II: $36.50 – $46.50 per hour. ASU offers a comprehensive benefits package with the State of Arizona.
EMS Technician I
Classification Summary:
Entry-level technician responsible for supporting the operation and maintenance of basic building control systems.
Experience:
- 2+ years of experience in EMS or related mechanical/electrical systems
- High school diploma or GED; technical background preferred
Classification Summary:
Mid-level technician responsible for advanced system troubleshooting, integration of building systems, and partial project ownership.
Experience:
• 5+ years of EMS experience which includes 2+ years in maintenance and diagnostics; OR Associates degree and 3+ years of EMS experience which includes 2+ years in maintenance and diagnostics.
Desired Qualifications
Experience in:
- Automation system and process controls.
- Programming building automation systems and field equipment.
- Process control calibration and control actuator valve replacement.
- Evidence of effective communication skills.
- Work in extreme and varying temperatures, restricted movements, confined spaces (tunnels, manholes, vaults), and intense noise.
- Frequent bending, stooping, reaching, and lifting up to 50 pounds.
- Work off ladders to download/upload field controllers and relocate/install thermostats.
- Utilize hand tools (wire strippers, screw drivers, pliers, wrenches, volt amp meter, temperature/humidity calibrator) and power tools (drill).
- Wear personal pr