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Commonwealth of Pennsylvania Building Automation Systems Technician 1 in Pennsylvania
Building Automation Systems Technician 1
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Building Automation Systems Technician 1
Salary
$44,890.00 - $67,678.00 Annually
Location
Dauphin County, PA
Job Type
Non-Civil Service Permanent Full-time
Job Number
N-2024-83785
Department
Department of General Services
Division
GS HVAC/Env Cont Sctn
Opening Date
07/01/2024
Closing Date
7/15/2024 11:59 PM Eastern
Job Code
97830
Position Number
00252799
Union
AFSCME
Bargaining Unit
J1
Pay Group
ST05
Bureau / Division Code
00153810
Bureau / Division
Energy Resource Management Office (ERMO)
Worksite Address
401 North Street - B-07
City
Harrisburg, Pennsylvania
Zip Code
17120
Contact Name
Lauren Mutzabaugh
Contact Email
Lmutzabaug@pa.gov
Description
Benefits
Questions
THE POSITION
NOTE: THIS IS A REPOSTING OF (N-2024-83785) WHICH WAS PREVIOUSLY OPEN FROM MAY 21, 2024 TO JUNE 04, 2024. PREVIOUS APPLICANTS DO NOT NEED TO REAPPLY.
The Department of General Services (DGS) is seeking an energetic, enthusiastic, and self-motivated person with the required experience to work as a Building Automation Systems Technician 1. At DGS, our mission is to help the government operate more efficiently, effectively, and safely. We work as a team to provide quality services to all Pennsylvanians. If you are experienced with the maintenance, repair, or installation of HVAC, refrigeration systems, or related digitally controlled equipment, this is the perfect opportunity for you!
DESCRIPTION OF WORK
As the Building Automation Systems Technician 1, you will be responsible for performing maintenance, inspections, calibrations, repairs, replacement, and installation of mechanical, DDC (Direct Digital Control), electronic, electrical, and pneumatic components of the automated building control systems within DGS owned or managed facilities. Work is performed independently and may include assisting a higher-level trades person or supervisor with more complex assignments. You will have the opportunity to mitigate and respond to facility emergencies during normal business hours and after-hours. Take your technical abilities to the next level with our team!
Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description (https://careers.employment.pa.gov/pd/PD_NEOGOV.asp?p=00252799) .
Work Schedule and Additional Information:
Full-time employment
Work hours are 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with 30-minute lunch.
Essential employee - required to report to work during emergencies and office closings.
Salary: In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.
You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY
QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:
Successful completion of the HVAC and Building Automation Technician Trainee (commonwealth title) training program;or
Three years of experience in the maintenance, repair, or installation of HVAC, refrigeration systems, related digitally controlled equipment, or BA systems which includes one year working with industrial or commercial electronic controls and sensors;or
An equivalent combination of experience and training which includes one year working with industrial or commercial electronic controls and sensors.
Special Requirement:
You must possess an active Pennsylvania non-commercial Class C Driver's License or equivalent.
Additional Requirements:
Knowledge of the use & functionality of BA System Software.
Knowledge of the methods, practices, and materials involved in the repair, operation, and maintenance of equipment controlled by BA systems.
Experience analyzing, troubleshooting, and resolving BA system and device malfunctions and failures.
You must be able to perform essential job functions.
How to Apply:
Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents willnotbe reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).
If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.
Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.
Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.
Veterans:
Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. §7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx and click the Veterans’ Preference tab or contact us at ra-cs-vetpreference@pa.gov .
Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS):
711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).
If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.
The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.
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Health & Wellness
We offer multiple health plans so our employees can choose what works best for themselves and their families. Our comprehensive benefits package includes health coverage, vision, dental, and wellness programs.*
Compensation & Financial Planning
We invest in our employees by providing competitive wages and encouraging financial wellness by offering multiple ways to save money and ensure peace of mind including multiple retirement and investment plan options.
Work/Life Balance
We know there’s more to life than just work! Our generous paid leave benefits include paid vacation, paid sick leave, eight weeks of paid parental leave, military leave, and paid time off for most major U.S. holidays, as well as flexible work schedules and work-from-home opportunities.*
Values and Culture
We believe in the work we do and provide continual opportunities for our employees to grow and contribute to the greater good. As one of the largest employers in the state, we provide opportunities for internal mobility, professional development, and the opportunity to give back by participating in workplace charitable giving.
Employee Perks
Sometimes, it is the little “extras” that make a big difference. Our employees receive special employee-only discounts and rates on a variety of services and memberships.
For more information on all of these Total Rewards benefits, please visitwww.employment.pa.gov and click on the benefits box.
*Eligibility rules apply.
01
Special Requirement- Do you possess a current driver's license which is not under suspension?
Yes
No
02
If you answered yes, please provide your driver's license number and expiration date. If you answered no, type N/A in the text box below.
03
Additional Requirement- Do you have knowledge of the use & functionality of BA System Software?
Yes
No
04
Additional Requirement- Do you have knowledge of the methods, practices, and materials involved in the repair, operation, and maintenance of equipment controlled by BA systems?
Yes
No
05
Additional Requirement- Do you have experience analyzing, troubleshooting, and resolving BA system and device malfunctions and failures?
Yes
No
06
Have you successfully completed the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania's HVAC and Building Automation Technician Trainee Program?
Yes
No
07
How many years of full-time experience in the maintenance, repair, or installation of HVAC, refrigeration systems, related digitally controlled equipment, or building automations systems do you possess?
A. 3 years or more
B. 2 to less than 3 years
C. 1 to less than 2 years
D. Less than 1 year
E. None
08
If you are claiming experience in the above question, please list the employer(s) where you gained this experience in the text box below. The employer(s) and a description of the experiencemustalso be included in the appropriate sections of your application if you would like the experience to be considered in the eligibility decision. If you claimed you do not have experience, type N/A in the text box below.
09
Do you possess one or more years of fill-time experience working with industrial or commercial electronic controls and sensors?
Yes
No
10
If you are claiming experience in the above question, please list the employer(s) where you gained this experience in the text box below. The employer(s) and a description of the experiencemustalso be included in the appropriate sections of your application if you would like the experience to be considered in the eligibility decision. If you claimed you do not have experience, type N/A in the text box below.
11
Have you completed a three-year high school vocational-technical training program in HVAC, refrigeration, mechanical engineering, mechanical systems, or building automation or electronic controls specific to HVAC or refrigeration systems?
Yes
No
12
If you are claiming high school vocational training, please provide your responses to the two items listed below. If not applicable, enter N/A.
Training Source
Credits/Clock Hours
13
Have you completed post-high school training in HVAC; electrical components and systems; building automation industry; direct digital control of HVACR equipment; electric, pneumatic and electronic control systems; building control networks; building commissioning and recommissioning; building automation programming; integrated building operation and energy management; introduction to digital electronics; digital circuits applications; electronic circuits and devices; engineering, technology, and society; introduction to microprocessors or microprocessor applications?
A. Yes
B. No
14
If you are claiming post-high school training, please provide your responses to the two items listed below. If not applicable, enter N/A.
Training Source
Credits/Clock Hours
15
How many semester credits of college coursework have you completed in HVAC; electrical components and systems; building automation industry; direct digital control of HVACR equipment; electric, pneumatic and electronic control systems; building control networks; building commissioning and recommissioning; building automation programming; integrated building operation and energy management; introduction to digital electronics; digital circuits applications; electronic circuits and devices; engineering, technology, and society; introduction to microprocessors or microprocessor applications?
If you are claiming credits/degree, you must upload a copy of your college transcript(s) for this education to be considered in the eligibility decision. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. You must attach your transcript(s) prior to the submission of your application by using the "Attachments" tab on the left. You will not be able to add transcript(s) to the application after it has been submitted.
If you are claiming education acquired outside of the United States, you must also upload a copy of your foreign credential evaluation. For more information on foreign education credentials, please visithttps://www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx#q3and click on Other Information.
A. 60 credits or more
B. 30 but less than 60 credits
C. Less than 30 credits
D. None
Required Question
Agency
Commonwealth of Pennsylvania
Address
613 North Street
Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, 17120
Website
http://www.employment.pa.gov