FMCS Technician

p class="p1"spanspanspanBerkeley Lab’s Facilities Division has an opening for a Facility Monitoring and Control Systems (FMCS)  Technician. Under the direction of the FMCS Supervisor, monitors the day-to-day operations of the Building Controls Systems function within the FMCS program. You will operate, troubleshoot, and repair building and process systems to ensure efficient operation. Responsibilities include verifying the installation, operation, and calibration of control devices, participating in HVAC retro-commissioning, and troubleshooting control systems.  Additionally, the role involves collaborating with Control Systems Engineers to plan and implement effective repairs and installations./span/span/span/p p class="p2"/p p class="p1"spanspanspanIn addition, continuous monitoring of Alarms and Trends on a daily basis and reporting issues with equipment being monitored to FAM’s and/or craft supervisors./span/span/span/p p class="p2"/p p class="p1"spanspanspanbWhat You Will Do:/b/span/span/span/p ul class="ul1" li class="li1"spanspanspanspan class="s1"/spanParticipate in HVAC retro-commissioning and troubleshoot control systems for buildings and laboratories. /span/span/span/li li class="li1"spanspanspanspan class="s1"/spanAnalyze trend data for mission-critical systems to monitor key parameters. /span/span/span/li li class="li1"spanspanspanspan class="s1"/spanCollaborate with Control Systems Engineers on repairs and installations. Continuously monitor alarms and trends, reporting issues to FAMs or supervisors. /span/span/span/li li class="li1"spanspanspanspan class="s1"/spanProvide hands-on support for diagnostics, troubleshooting, and emergency repairs. /span/span/span/li li class="li1"spanspanspanspan class="s1"/spanProactively manage control system replacements, ensuring systems are secure, user-friendly, and efficient. /span/span/span/li li class="li1"spanspanspanspan class="s1"/spanAdhere to building control standards and alarm protocols. /span/span/span/li li class="li1"spanspanspanspan class="s1"/spanReport progress and escalate major issues to supervisors. /span/span/span/li li class="li1"spanspanspanspan class="s1"/spanSupport inventory development and system validation, troubleshoot with LBNL trades, and assist in control system upgrades. /span/span/span/li li class="li1"spanspanspanspan class="s1"/spanOversee vendor activities on automation and process system projects./span/span/span/li /ul p class="p2"/p p class="p1"spanspanspanbWhat is Required:/b/span/span/span/p ul class="ul1" li class="li1"spanspanspanspan class="s1"/spanMinimum of five years directly related to building operations and controls work experience./span/span/span/li li class="li1"spanspanspanspan class="s1"/spanMinimum of two years of project management or coordination of work related to building controls and monitoring system upgrades or new installs./span/span/span/li li class="li1"spanspanspanspan class="s1"/spanExtensive experience in operating, troubleshooting, and installing DDC-BAS Control Systems; electronic and pneumatic controls; humidity and temperature control; VFDs; VAVs; clean room controls; laboratory air pressure systems; fume hood controllers; air and hydronic balancing./span/span/span/li li class="li1"spanspanspanspan class="s1"/spanDemonstrated specialized knowledge in automatic controls, programming, repairs, alarm responses and system performance verification./span/span/span/li li class="li1"spanspanspanspan class="s1"/spanMust be familiar with some of the industry wide energy management and control systems such as Automated Logic Corporation (ALC), Johnson Controls Metasys, Barrington, and/or other industry standard system./span/span/span/li li class="li1"spanspanspanspan class="s1"/spanAbility to commission and troubleshoot controls systems software programming, communications networks, controllers, and devices./span/span/span/li li class="li1"spanspanspanspan class="s1"/spanExperience and ability to understand what systems are being controlled and monitored (Mechanical, HVAC, Lighting, etc.)./span/span/span/li li class="li1"spanspanspanspan class="s1"/spanExperience and ability to troubleshoot BAS communication protocols like BACnet, Modbus, and Lontalk./span/span/span/li li class="li1"spanspanspanspan class="s1"/spanProven planning, prioritization and organizational skills. Excellent time management skills and ability to manage multiple projects at once./span/span/span/li li class="li1"spanspanspanspan class="s1"/spanCustomer centric and responsive to the needs of the customer./span/span/span/li li class="li1"spanspanspanspan class="s1"/spanExcellent proposal development, presentation, and client relationship skills./span/span/span/li li class="li1"spanspanspanspan class="s1"/spanAbility to take initiative, use sound judgment and provide solutions to ensure results./span/span/span/li li class="li1"spanspanspanspan class="s1"/spanAbility to effectively communicate verbally and in writing with a wide range of groups and individuals. Excellent collaboration skills and ability to effectively interact with people at all levels, internal and external to the organization./span/span/span/li /ul p class="p2"/p p class="p1"spanspanspanbDesired Qualifications:/b/span/span/span/p ul class="ul1" li class="li1"spanspanspanspan class="s1"/spanVocational School four-year program or an Associate's degree in electronics, electro-mechanical systems, computer technology, air conditioning or similar field or equivalent./span/span/span/li li class="li1"spanspanspanspan class="s1"/spanCertificate of proficiency in the ALC or Johnson Controls Operations or other equivalent professional certification in energy management or related area(s)./span/span/span/li /ul p class="p2"/p p class="p1"spanspanspanbNotes:/b/span/span/span/p ul class="ul1" li class="li1"spanspanspanspan class="s1"/spanThis is a full-time, career appointment, non-exempt (hourly paid) eligible for overtime pay./span/span/span/li li class="li1"spanspanspanspan class="s1"/spanThis position is represented by a union for collective bargaining purposes./span/span/span/li li class="li1"spanspanspanspan class="s1"/spanHourly pay rate is set at $70.43/hourly/span/span/span/li li class="li1"spanspanspanspan class="s1"/spanThis position is subject to a background check. Any convictions will be evaluated to determine if they directly relate to the responsibilities and requirements of the position. Having a conviction history will not automatically disqualify an applicant from being considered for employment./span/span/span/li li class="li1"spanspanspanspan class="s1"/spanAs a condition of employment, the finalist will be required to disclose if they are subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct, are currently being investigated for misconduct, left a position during an investigation for alleged misconduct, or have filed an appeal with a previous employer./span/span/span/li li class="li1"spanspanspanspan class="s1"/spanWork will be primarily performed at Lawrence Berkeley National Lab, 1 Cyclotron Road, Berkeley, CA./span/span/span/li /ul p class="p2"/p p class="p1"spanspanspanbWant to learn more about working at Berkeley Lab? Please visit: /ba href="http://careers.lbl.gov/"span class="s2"bcareers.lbl.gov/b/span/a/span/span/span/p p class="p1"spanspanspanBerkeley Lab is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. We heartily welcome applications from women, minorities, veterans, and all who would contribute to the Lab's mission of leading scientific discovery, inclusion, and professionalism. In support of our diverse global community, all qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, or protected veteran status./span/span/spanbrspanspanspana href="https://www.dol.gov/sites/dolgov/files/ofccp/pdf/pay-transp_ English_formattedESQA508c.pdf"span class="s2"Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision/span/a under 41 CFR 60-1.4.  /span/span/span/p p class="p2"/p