Building Automation Specialist

Building Automation Specialist

In Places, we don't sit back and let things happen, we make things happen, and we do this in service to all Apple employees and customers. Our team is a diverse and nimble group that manages Apple's retail stores, workplaces, and workplace services. We develop and manage Apple's global real estate portfolio, lead all related capital construction projects, provide outstanding facilities and site services, develop and lead sustainability initiatives to reduce the environmental impact of all Apple facilities, including commute and renewable energy programs, and do everything we can to ensure the health and safety of all Apple personnel, facilities, and customers in our facilities around the world. We have an exciting opportunity for a Building Automation Specialist role. Our primary responsibility as a team is to ensure the local (SCV) corporate portfolio is operating at the highest levels of occupant comfort while maintaining critical environments without compromising efficiency. This role directly contributes to a sustainable, comfortable, and productive work environment for Apple employees. Our team works closely with a diverse group of partners including facilities managers, project managers, EH&S, and service providers. We are seeking an experienced, collaborative, and highly motivated building automation systems professional to join our team.

Responsibilities

• Monitor the real-time performance and health of all building automation systems (BAS) across the portfolio, identifying potential failures, assessing priority, and dispatching vendor support as needed for resolution as part of the overall BAS alarm response lifecycle.
• You will oversee and respond to service requests by providing clear documentation of troubleshooting steps already taken and dispatch the correct engineering or field team who can resolve the problem efficiently.
• Maintain operational discipline and data integrity across the 24/7 coverage for the FOC team by accurately documenting all system events, alarm responses, and issue resolutions in our ticketing systems and team pass-downs.
• Create and distribute daily reports and support FOC procedures, such as equipment alarm reports, temporary system overrides or schedule adjustments, to support building monitoring oversight, along with events and maintenance activities.
• Communicate clear and concise summaries of system status, ongoing incidents, and operational impacts to engineers and leadership.
• Foster and maintain excellent working relationships with field technicians, service vendors, and Facilities Business Managers (FBMs).

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, a related field, or equivalent years of demonstrated experience
• 3+ years of experience in Building Automation Systems (BAS), or similar including prior experience and certifications with Building Automation Systems (BAS), such as ALC, Metasys, or Niagara.
• Strong understanding of HVAC systems, building automation principles, controls theory, mechanical, and electrical systems concepts.
• Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving skills with the ability to collaborate effectively with various teams to resolve facilities escalations.
• Proficiency with ticketing systems, computer-based tools, reviewing construction documents/specifications, and a demonstrated ability to learn new software platforms.

Pay & Benefits

At Apple, base pay is one part of our total compensation package and is determined within a range. This provides the opportunity to progress as you grow and develop within a role. The base pay range for this role is between $42.64 and $63.96/hr, and your base pay will depend on your skills, qualifications, experience, and location. Apple employees also have the opportunity to become an Apple shareholder through participation in Apple's discretionary employee stock programs. Apple employees are eligible for discretionary restricted stock unit awards, and can purchase Apple stock at a discount if voluntarily participating in Apple's Employee Stock Purchase Plan. You'll also receive benefits including: Comprehensive medical and dental coverage, retirement benefits, a range of discounted products and free services, and for formal education related to advancing your career at Apple, reimbursement for certain educational expenses — including tuition. Additionally, this role might be eligible for discretionary bonuses or commission payments as well as relocation. Learn more about Apple Benefits Note: Apple benefit, compensation and employee stock programs are subject to eligibility requirements and other terms of the applicable plan or program. Apple is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We seek to promote equal opportunity for all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, Veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics. Learn more about your EEO rights as an applicant At Apple, we believe accessibility is a fundamental human right. You'll find that idea reflected in everything here — in our culture, our benefits and our digital tools. By welcoming as many perspectives as possible, we help you build a career where you feel like you belong. Learn about accessibility in Apple's workplace Learn about reasonable accommodations for job applicants Apple accepts applications to this posting on an ongoing basis. Submit Resume Back to search results See all roles in Cupertino