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Technician II - Building Automation Systems

Baltimore City Public Schools
retirement plan
United States, Maryland, Baltimore
200 East North Avenue (Show on map)
Nov 21, 2024

The Building Automation Systems Technician will be responsible for the maintenance, troubleshooting, and installation of building automation systems (BAS) within Baltimore City Public Schools facilities. This role involves performing routine system checks, calibrating devices, and ensuring optimal operational efficiency. The technician will also be tasked with diagnosing and repairing system issues, managing documentation of work performed, and generating reports related to energy usage. Additionally, the position requires collaboration with junior technicians and adherence to safety protocols. Ideal candidates will possess a strong mechanical and electrical aptitude, relevant experience in HVAC or BAS systems, and the ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Key responsibilities include system maintenance, point-to-point checkout of HVAC equipment, BACnet integration, and ensuring compliance with applicable standards. The technician will contribute to a safe, efficient, and well-maintained learning environment for students and staff.


Essential Functions



  • Performs routine maintenance of building automation systems in City Schools facilities to ensure operational efficiency of systems and troubleshot any alarms or issues identified by the system.
  • Performs system backups, installs appropriate updates and patches to building automation systems.
  • Tests, calibrates, and verifies system and peripheral devices. Testing to be performed according to all applicable standards and operating systems specifications.
  • Diagnoses and performs system operations repairs in a timely manner and makes adjustment to building automation systems as required.
  • Verifies system functional performance to ensure proper operations according to shop drawings/sequence of operations, etc.
  • Perform installation of control device hardware and program sequence of operation.
  • Perform point-to-point checkout on HVAC equipment (i.e. chiller plant, boilers, air handlers, VAV's, VFD's, rooftop units, etc.).
  • Perform BACnet integration of system-to-system and/or third-party equipment.
  • Perform system customization such as graphics editing, equipment relationship setup, and creating equipment summaries.
  • Act as a mentor to junior technicians.
  • Completes documentation of all work done, including all readings, offsets, etc.
  • Generates reports as requested of items that affect energy usage including schedule changes, temperature trend logs and equipment trend logs.
  • Keeps up to date on BAS system changes and new developments in product and preventive maintenance techniques.
  • Demonstrates ability to manage detail and provide complete and consistent follow through to completion of both routine and special tasks.
  • Writes and files reports and recommends adjustments and actions to bring systems into compliance.
  • Responsible for the input of work orders in Asset Essentials (a computerized management maintenance system) for tracking of the repair and maintenance of building automation systems.
  • Performs and promotes all activities in compliance with equal employment and nondiscrimination policies; follows federal laws, state laws, school board policies and the professional standards.



Maximum Salary


39.64

Minimum Salary


25.67

Desired Qualifications



  • High School diploma or GED equivalent required.
  • A valid driver's license with no major or frequent traffic violations.
  • Three or more years of experience in BAS installation and programming or HVAC Service.
  • HVAC or BAS relevant coursework, certificates, or licenses preferred.
  • Stationary Engineering License preferred.
  • Strong hands on mechanical and electrical aptitude.
  • Proficiency with common systems such as Metasys, Desigo, Synchrony, EcoStruxure.
  • Ability to read and interpret construction documents such as cx reports, floor plans, blueprints, TAB reports, specifications, and schematics.
  • Basic Project Management and documentation skills.
  • Demonstrated ability to work independently, as well as on a project team.
  • Demonstrated organizational skills with the ability to prioritize and complete tasks.
  • Possess an operating knowledge of Microsoft office/suite (Excel, Word, SharePoint, OneDrive, etc.).
  • Comfortable with hand-held devices (i.e. Smartphone, iPad) as well as computers.
  • Ability to use basic mechanical and electrical hand tools including electronic test equipment such as a multi-meter.
  • Familiarity with running network cabling and termination.
  • Ability and willingness to work beyond an 8-hr day and responds to after-hours emergency calls, work on-call rotation and/or overtime.
  • Maintains regular, on-time attendance.
  • Awareness of basic construction site safety and OSHA practices.



Full time or Part time


Full time

Additional Details


Qualified candidates for the above position must submit the following:



  • Completed online application
  • Resume that clearly demonstrates the above minimum qualifications. It is important that you include all experiences and education related to the position to which you are applying.
  • Upload copies of all transcripts -undergraduate, graduate and all MSDE Certifications
  • Must provide three (3) professional references to include: name, title, business address, e-mail address and phone number
  • All documentation/certification necessary (scanned copies accepted) to substantiate minimum qualifications; must be uploaded into application
  • All documentation must be scanned and uploaded to application


Benefits -- This position is eligible for benefits. To review the available options please see the information relevant to the union for this position by viewing the following link: http://www.baltimorecityschools.org

Baltimore City Public Schools ("City Schools") does not discriminate in its employment, programs, and activities based on race, ethnicity, color, ancestry, national origin, nationality, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, pregnancy or parenting status, family structure, ability (cognitive, social/emotional, and physical), veteran status, genetic information, age, immigration or citizenship status, socioeconomic status, language, or any other legally or constitutionally protected attributes or affiliations. Discrimination undermines our community's long-standing efforts to create, foster, and promote equity and inclusion for all. Some examples of discrimination include acts of hate, violence, harassment, bullying, or retaliation. For more information, see Baltimore City Board of School Commissioners Policies JBA (Nondiscrimination - Students), JBB (Sex-Based Discrimination - Students), JICK (Bullying, Harassment, or Intimidation of Students), ACA (Nondiscrimination - Employees and Third Parties), ACB (Sexual Harassment - Employees and Third Parties), ACD (ADA Reasonable Accommodations), and ADA (Equity), and the accompanying City Schools Administrative Regulations. City Schools also provides equal access to the Boy and Girl Scouts and other designated youth groups. Link to Full Nondiscrimination Notice.

This position is affiliated with Local 44 (L44) bargaining union.

This position is affiliated with the City Retirement Plan.




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