Building Automation System Specialist

Salary Range $68,500 - $72,000 ($32.93-$34.61/hourly) Depending on Qualifications

Pay Basis Monthly

Position Status Regular full-time

Location

Position End Date (if temporary)

Posting Open Date 12/09/2025

Open Until Filled Yes

Desired Start Date 01/05/2026

Oversees the daily maintenance, operation, and repair of the campus building automation system. Monitors and troubleshoots system alarms. Inspect and improves the efficiency in equipment. Inspects work performed by contractors and provides staff training. Assigns work schedules to utilities station operators. Coordinates utilities operations with Energy Plant. Coordinates with other department for campus shut downs. Reviews mechanical system drawings and specifications.

Assists EMS Supervisor with annual maintenance contracts and warranties. Maintains a flexible work schedule including being on-call.

High School Diploma or GED with 5 years of experience managing building automation systems or closely related experience with knowledge in HVAC equipment, water and/or air flows/air balances. Must possess and maintain a valid Texas Driver’s license and an acceptable driving record.

• Vocational/Technical Diploma, some College/Associate’s Degree, or Bachelor’s Degree
• Building Automation Systems Certification

To the extent this position requires the holder to research, work on, or have access to critical infrastructure as defined in Section 117.001(2) of the Texas Business and Commerce Code, the ability to maintain the security or integrity of the critical infrastructure is a minimum qualification to be hired and to continue to be employed in the position.

• Monitor and troubleshoot system alarms.
• Integration of programming.
• Assist and train all EMS technicians.
• Work with Siemens on system upgrades and troubleshooting.
• Coordinate with other department for campus shut downs.
• Assist in building commissioning and mechanical systems balancing.
• Must possess and maintain a valid Texas Driver’s License and an acceptable driver rating as established in Policy: UTS
  157 Section 2.5.4.

Physical Activities

Working Conditions

Additional Information

Work will be performed on site and in-person.
May be required to report to on-site work location during campus closure.
May be required to report to on-site work location during inclement weather.

We offer an employee-friendly work environment with a comprehensive benefit package including:

• Internal Training
• Medical insurance – including 100% paid employee medical coverage for full-time employees
• Vision Insurance
• Long and short-term disability
• Retirement Plan Options
• Paid time off
• Paid Holidays

All UT Dallas employees have access to various professional development opportunities, including a membership to Academic Impressions, Linked In Learning, and UT Dallas Bright Leaders Program.

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Required Documents

• Resume
• Cover Letter/Letter of Application

Optional Documents

• Veteran Employment Preference - Form DD-214

Human Resources,
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