Building Automation Specialist

Overview

Location: Facilities Management

Recruiting

Start Date:

01/22/2026

Estimated

Start Date:

02/09/2026

Coordinates the maintenance and programming of the Direct Digital Control Systems; creates and oversees the web-based communication network for Facilities Management.

Incumbent must meet pre-employment drug and alcohol testing requirements; subject to random drug and alcohol testing, including reasonable suspicion.

The following statements are illustrative of the essential functions of the job and other key duties that may be required. The description may not include all functions performed by the incumbents in various locations. The district reserves the right to modify or change the duties or the essential functions of this job at any time.

• Reports consistently for work as scheduled
• Performs other duties as assigned
• Attains proficient or higher evaluations on established Performance Standards
• Assist with the District’s Energy and Sustainability goals
• Assures the safe conditions of the swimming pool equipment
• Coordinates control system conversions, and/or modifications to include new hardware and software installations for the district and the department
• Creates, modifies, and evaluates programming for the Direct Digital Control Systems in all locations district wide
• Ensures that all safety rules and regulations are followed to the prescribed measures
• Maintains clean and efficient operating work area
• Maintains equipment and arranges for service and repairs as necessary
• Maintains records and reports on inventory, equipment, and the status of current projects
• May act as liaison with District IT department for Facilities department
• Performs duties associated with building repairs and remodeling
• Performs pneumatic system repairs, hydraulic repairs, mechanical repairs, and fuel system repairs
• Plans and performs minor maintenance repairs to the facilities and systems and reports major discrepancies
• Prepares and enters records of work performed and parts used on all district equipment repaired
• Prepares work orders and reports/solves maintenance problems before they become emergencies
• Provides assistance in resolving technical problems
• Reads and interprets service and parts manuals
• Regulates heat, ventilation, and air conditioning systems to provide the appropriate temperature for the season and to ensure economical usage of fuel, water, and electricity
• Responds to all service breakdowns and work orders as required
• Services and maintains commercial kitchen equipment
• Supervises and oversees the completion of minor/routine projects

• Ability to access, input, and retrieve information in various software systems
• Ability to analyze malfunctions on mechanical and electrical equipment
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with supervisors, coworkers, staff, students, parents, and the general public
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions
• Ability to input work orders on a computer and generate reports if needed
• Ability to maintain confidentiality
• Ability to make repairs on mechanical equipment and related systems
• Ability to manage simultaneous demands
• Ability to operate and care for mechanized equipment
• Ability to organize and prioritize effectively
• Ability to plan, coordinate, and research a variety of problem solving and fact-finding study projects
• Ability to recognize safety issues in the workplace
• Ability to train others in procedures and the use of equipment
• Ability to use computer equipment and related software to support diagnostics
• Ability to use the computer to support essential job functions
• Ability to work days, hours, locations, and assignments as directed by the supervisor within the position responsibilities
• Ability to work independently on assignments without supervision
• Ability to work well with individuals from many diverse backgrounds and professions
• Demonstrates discernment, excellence, honesty, integrity, patience, perseverance, respect, responsibility, and trustworthiness
• Detail-oriented
• Energetic, creative, innovative, flexible
• Excellent cooperative, collaborative, and problem-solving skills
• Knowledge of computer equipment and related software for diagnostics
• Knowledge of health and safety regulations and building code standards
• Knowledge of repair and operations of machinery and equipment
• Knowledgeable in DDC programming
• Knowledgeable in HVAC equipment operation
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work cooperatively and communicate effectively with a wide variety of people including trainees, coworkers, administrators, vendors, and the general public
• Strong organizational, interpersonal, written, listening, and verbal communication skills

• The noise level in the work environment may alternate among quiet, moderate, and loud.
• The incumbent is frequently required to interact in person and through communication methods with the students, public, and/or other staff.
• The incumbent is required to work scheduled school/work hours and/or days.
• The…