Power Plant Automation Analyst - Facilities Management

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Power Plant Automation Analyst       

JOB SUMMARY

This position includes control systems programming, maintenance, and/or repair of electronic, electro-mechanical, environmental, mechanical, and electrical systems.  Develops job specific programs by referencing schematics, sequences of operation, and field technician reports to accomplish desired comfort control and energy reduction goals. Works with contractors and TWU personnel in developing and executing sequences of operation relating to control systems as required.  Develops customized front-end graphic display screens for individual campus applications.  Participates in the resolution of project or operational problems and makes recommendations to the Assistant Director of Plant Utilities.  Independently implements solution upon approval.  Performs remote phone or computer system checkout of building systems and on-site troubleshooting with mechanical and/or electrical contractors. Provides technical support for all building environmental systems.  Reports job status and installation discrepancies to the Assistant Director of Plant Utilities. Work is performed under general supervision and performance is based upon completion of assignments and results obtained. The performance evaluation is conducted through the performance evaluation system and in accordance with the University Policies & Procedures.

ORGANIZATIONAL RELATIONSHIPS

Reports to:      Assistant Director, Plant Utilities

Supervises:     No supervisory responsibilities

ESSENTIAL DUTIES - May include, but not limited to the following:

• Prepares reports to communicate projected, accumulated, and real time energy savings and consumption.

• Responsible for the fast paced programming commissioning of building automation systems installed in university facilities.

• Implements and manages university wide energy conservation programs and utility allocation tools to assure equitable departmental participation.

• Implements energy management, HVAC, and lighting strategies for university buildings. Works with multiple installations and provides technical support to other personnel during system startup and troubleshooting.

• Writes and reviews campus Energy Conservation Plan.

• Reviews plans and specifications, coordinates system integration for building automation and controls, vertical carrier control systems, utility monitoring and controls, security and access controls, and fire annunciations/notifier systems to assure integration per university standards.

• Analyzes and defines data requirements for the design, testing, implementation and support of customized and integrated software and data solutions. 

• Establishes goals and objectives for accomplishing tasks.

• Supports and troubleshoot network problems; serve as the lead in the selection and evaluation of products and vendors, etc. to accomplish project directives and maintain efficient and effective day-to-day operations.

• Operates, monitors, tests and documents the performance of assigned equipment to detect malfunctions or operational problems.

• Evaluates equipment performance.

• Serves as leader in advanced technical/electronic and instrumentation equipment repair work, troubleshooting, modifying, testing, calibrating, adjusting, repairing, and installation of electronic, digital and analog equipment and/or monitoring devices. 

• Performs work safely, in compliance with established requirements, and takes actions to ensure a safe working environment.

• Assesses preventive maintenance procedures to develop and recommend improvements. Performs routine preventive maintenance tasks.

• Performs calibration/repairs on equipment as required. 

• Installs new equipment; performs modifications on equipment to make it compatible with existing equipment or to enhance its functions.

• Produces reports on electronic or instrumentation system conditions, repairs and preventive maintenance performed; prepares and maintains repair and maintenance records as required by federal and department regulations.

• Performs complex configuration and tests of equipment according to instructions, blueprints, schematic sketches and/or prescribed testing procedures.

• Determines best methods for troubles