Senior Building Operations Technology Analyst

The Research and Administrative Facilities (RAF) department manages the operations and maintenance of research and administrative buildings in partnership in the Department of Comparative Medicine. The RAF team values honesty, openness, empowerment and expects everyone to lead by example. We strive to be a group of high performing individuals, unified as a team, providing excellent customer service in an efficient and timely manner.

Senior Building Operations Technology Analyst position will oversee the operation and maintenance of the Bastrop Building Automation System, incorporating supervisory controls, network engines, equipment controllers, multiple communication protocols (BACnet, Modbus, MSTP, N2), Instrumentation and Controls supporting HVAC, Mechanical, Lighting, and Electrical equipment, real time process and data monitoring, and data collection/analysis for equipment supporting Research and Building Operations throughout multiple commercial buildings on campus.

The ideal candidate will have knowledge and experience supporting the APOGEE, Desigo CC, Niagara, or Johnson Controls Metasys systems.

Typical work schedule is Monday-Friday, 7 a.m.

- 3:30 p.m., onsite.

Salary range: $88,000 - $110,000 - $132,000.

• Employer-paid medical coverage starting day one for employees working 30+ hours/week, plus optional group dental, vision, life, AD&D, and disability insurance.
• Accruals for Paid Time Off (PTO) and Extended Illness Bank (EIB), plus paid holidays, wellness, childcare, and other leave options.
• Tuition Assistance Program after six months of service and access to extensive wellness, fitness, and employee resource groups.
• Defined-benefit pension through the Teachers Retirement System, voluntary retirement plans, and employer-paid life and reduced salary protection programs.

Formulates and defines scope and objectives based upon customer needs. Participates in the analysis of system and user requirements as it relates to information technology, database modifications, trending, scheduling, and complex programming changes. Plans and implements future BAS and operations technology infrastructure changes, point definition modifications, and start/stop schedules for various control sequences. The employee may be expected to be part of an on-call group and when assigned this responsibility will be compensated for that time.

When on-call the employee must be available and be able to respond in accordance to policy. Periods of alert when Emergency Conditions may be expected are not considered on-call. Must be able to prepare information for customer meetings, monthly reports and presentations.

Develops expertise in building automation and operations technology applications used by facilities. Increases knowledge regarding departmental Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS), workflow processes and the overall Information Technology environment in the department. Assists in the implementation of system and firmware upgrades, following established upgrade criteria and participates in the maintenance of data integrity, data conversion efforts and quality control analysis of databases and applications.

Prioritizes and schedules assignments to ensure staff and users have adequate opportunity to discuss priorities and resources.

Develops and enforces system standards to comply with governmental regulations and institutional policies and procedures concerning energy management and cybersecurity. Coordinates workflow between Facilities departments, contractors, and Building Automation Systems personnel. Develop business processes that are consistent with professional and regulatory standards that leverage information technology to improve building automation and operations technology efficiency and effectiveness. Manage and conduct in-service training and support for facilities personnel and Monitoring Specialists on use of all BAS software and equipment.

Must understand basic IT architectural / infrastructural concepts. Serves as subject matter expert.

Conducts BAS project and submittal reviews and provides in-depth assessments of infrastructure projects from mid-level to major building additions. Provides in-house controller upgrade and programming project support in furtherance of the institution's energy conservation initiatives. Analyzes and revises existing system documentation and corrects discrepancies as necessary. Oversees the commissioning of infrastructure enhancements from mid-level to major system upgrades.

Other duties as assigned.

The primary purpose of the Sr. BAS Analyst position is to define the building automation system and operations technology scope and architecture based upon user needs to include the programming and development of control systems…