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Building Automation Specialist
Position: Building Automation Specialist
Location: Dugway Proving Ground
Summary: Under direct supervision of the West Desert Manager. The Building Automation Specialist is responsible for the programming, maintenance, repairs, and validation of the Building Automation System (BAS). The Building Automation Specialist will ensure that all documentation is accurate and is following company policies.
Qualifications: Requires a minimum of an associate's degree or a two-year degree from a technical school in Heating, Ventilating, and Air Conditioning or Building Automation/Electronics as it pertains to Building Controls or completion of a one-year trade-specific program. At least two years of service experience in the building automation systems and HVAC equipment field is required. Demonstrated ability to read and understand BAS programming, ability to design and program basic sequence of operation of an air handling unit or other mechanical systems. Four years of military experience in a related field will be considered in lieu of the educational and service experience requirements. Must be able obtain and maintain a Department of Defense Security Clearance.
Extensive manufacturer's training, specialized courses in DDC control, Building Automation Systems, and Networked Systems, to include Pheonix Controls, Tridium Automation, Delta Controls, and Niagara Framework. The individual must be committed to continuously improving their knowledge and abilities to become and remain proficient.
Education Required:

• Associates degree in a related field, or a two-year degree from a technical school in HVAC or Building Automation / Electronics or completion of a one-year trade specific program.
• Combination of education and one-year of hands-on training
• Four years' military experience in a related field
• Extensive manufacturers training

Purpose of Classification: The purpose of the Building Automation Specialist is for the development of reliable building automation systems for military test laboratories, clinics, childcare centers, and office facilities.
Duties & Responsibilities: Responsible for Building Automation System (BAS) programming, maintenance, repairs, and preventative maintenance. This position requires a demonstrated knowledge and expertise in HVAC/R Systems, Electrical, Electronic, Pneumatic and Direct Digital Control systems and a comprehensive understanding of BAS and Information System Networks. Primary duties include Update/Replace BAS Controllers. Modify programming, graphics, and control drawings as necessary. Perform necessary commissioning, maintenance procedures, and field verification of systems functions to ensure proper operation of BAS. Diagnose BAS operational problems and provide solutions. Assist technicians in troubleshooting vital comfort, energy, indoor air quality, safety, scheduling, and compliance concerns related to infrastructure systems and controls. Provide technical instruction and training to technicians on basic theory, proper system operations, preventative maintenance, troubleshooting techniques, typical system failures, and corrections. Provide systems operations data and trend logging reports. Recommend improvements for existing sequence of operation for energy conservation, efficiency, and reliability. Ensure that building automation standards are met. Assist contractors with inspection, installation, repair, and replacement of various components or systems, technical matters, and other issues. Provide scope, design, and estimate of time and material for in-housework and energy projects. Support utility monitoring/metering systems, critical equipment monitoring systems that monitor and log temperatures, pressures and critical equipment data. This position will also support the commissioning process, the retro-commissioning process and energy management planning and implementation.
Special Knowledge / Skills Required:
• Must be able to meet eligibility requirements to obtain and maintain the required government security clearance.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Interaction with site management, lab personnel, engineers, co-workers and Government officials.
• Comprehending and following verbal and written instructions in technical and non-technical language; explaining complex issues in an understandable way.
• Preparing detailed, complete and timely reports and related documentation.
• Demonstrating excellent verbal and written English language skills; communicating effectively and establishing working relationships with Agency staff, appointed commissioners, the public, other government agencies, businesses, consultants, contractors and developers.
• Maintaining poise while dealing with people in difficult situations; exercising tact and diplomacy; always interacting in a professional and courteous manner.
• Maintaining confidentiality of all matters.
DPG Services JV LLP is an equal opportunity employer. All employment practices are based on qualification and merit, without regards to race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, age, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation or preference, marital status or spousal affiliation, physical or mental disability, medical conditions, pregnancy, status as a protected veteran, genetic information, or citizenship within the limits imposed by federal laws and regulations. DPG Services is also committed to making our workplace accessible to individuals with disabilities and will provide reasonable accommodations, upon request, for individuals to participate in the application and hiring process. To request such an accommodation, please call: 702-656-8080.