IUOE Automation Mechanic A

Responsibilities

• Installs, tests, troubleshoots and maintains building automation controls panels, associated control equipment and systems, computerized systems and communication systems working from electrical and mechanical layouts, wiring diagrams and verbal direction.
• Installs, tests and repairs low voltage power distribution circuits and pneumatic system.
• Demonstrates a working knowledge of air conditioning (i.e. heating, ventilating, cooling), motors, motor starters, magnetic contractors, and performs work in compliance with all applicable codes and standards.
• Performs required preventive maintenance on building automation control equipment.

Supervision and Direction

• Under general supervision of the shop's Assistant Supervisor or other departmental authority.
• May guide, direct, and assist in training lower classified trades personnel.

Machines and Equipment Used

• Voltage-ohm meters
• Circuit testers
• Amp meters
• Test lamp
• Electrical lineman's hand tools
• Mechanic's hand tools
• Precision electrical, mechanical and pneumatic gauges
• Pipe benders
• Hand drills

Typical Duties

• Installs field cabinets housing electric, electronic and mechanical components, computer cables, electrical circuits, thermostats, sensors, senior wiring, steam meters, polypropylene air lines, relays and pneumatic equipment for automation systems.
• Inspects, tests, maintains, and calibrates electrical and mechanical components and equipment. Reads all meters.
• Isolates equipment and component failures in field cabinets, control circuitry, diagnoses and corrects malfunctions by using electrical or other test equipment.
• Performs complex wiring installations, trouble shooting and repairs defective sensors, air lines, terminal strips, pneumatic switches, etc.
• Replaces or exchanges defective mechanical and electrical components on systems such as damper motors, shear pins, switches, transformers and sensors according to electrical and mechanical schematic diagrams.
• Maintains records of all program modifications and informs appropriate department personnel of respective changes.
• Works from blueprint, sketches, wiring diagrams, and verbal instructions.
• Keeps records and makes reports of daily work.
• Complies with safety regulations of the University and Local, State, and Federal Agencies.
• Maintains cleanliness of work area and insures that tools and equipment are kept in good working order.
• Performs other duties requiring comparable skills and responsibilities as directed.
• Monitors and maintains the University's main Building Automation System computerized Front End, including period system back up, creation and/or modification of system graphics.
• Performs off site preventive maintenance and related building automation service work.
• Maintains and updates the University's central project control submittal library.
• Assists the HVAC/R mechanics in automation control problem troubleshooting through interaction with a computer, phone and or radio. Assists other trades personnel with problem solving.
• Maintains a computerized database of critical equipment served/monitored through interface with customers and filed data verification.

Qualifications

• High school diploma and 3-5 years experience in an electrical/mechanical, HVAC, building automation or related environment; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Ability to read and write English and make mathematical calculations.
• Knowledge of computerized building automation controls, pneumatic building controls, and familiarity using computers.
• NYS drivers license.
• Knowledge of applicable codes and regulations.