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UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS AT AUSTIN Instrumentation amp; Controls Technician II in Austin, Texas
Retro-commissions existing buildings HVAC, heating and cooling systems. Develops and performs functional testing and calibration of building automation equipment. Utilizes specialized test instruments to measure and verify data being transmitted to the building automation system including airflow, temperature, humidity and pressure. Repairs or replaces mechanical, electrical and instrumentation systems as required. (25%)Works with the other UT maintenance and energy groups to troubleshoot and resolve complex HVAC related building issues. (25%)Collaborates with energy engineers, BAS analysts and energy managers to optimize building automation system programming and sequences of operation. (15%)Assists in planning and executing Test Adjusting and Balancing projects including taking air flow measurements with a flow hood and performing pitot tube traverses of ductwork. Properly records air flow and equipment data and creates accurate reports. (15%)Interfaces with campus faculty, staff, engineers, vendors, and contractors to resolve building systems problems. (5%)Uses construction drawings, technical documents and specifications to plan and execute projects and troubleshoot building issues correctly and efficiently. (5%)Composes, reviews, and processes shop and project paperwork, including, but not limited to daily and final project summaries, time sheets, material requests, and work orders. (10%)Perform other related functions as assigned. Work is performed in accordance with normal trade practices and is inspected for conformity to standards, quality and quantity by journey-level employees or supervisor. Attends staff meetings, safety training and meetings. Complete plant operation and maintenance training courses. Training certification required within 18 months. May report to the PRC Campus. Drive University vehicles. Maintain acceptable driver rating as established in Policy: UTS157 Section 2.5.4.