DoW SkillBridge Fellowship - Controls Specialist II

**TRANSITIONING SERVICE MEMBERS ONLY AS PART OF THE DOW SKILLBRIDGE PROGRAM**

To offer eligible Service Members currently approved to participate in the DoW SkillBridge program the opportunity to gain first-hand experience and insight into Navy Federal’s business, technology, resources, and procedures by providing support in focused areas, applying knowledge and education. Participate in a collaborative, team driven network, and interact with multiple departments. Utilize and further develop technical and soft skills, business knowledge, analytical techniques, and creative problem-solving abilities. Provide professional execution of day-to-day tasks and special projects while working within established standards, policies, and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Compile and analyze operational data for efficiency studies, energy usage and assist in the implementation of system strategies to maximize Building Automation Systems (BAS) performance, effectiveness and cost savings
• Perform programming and system configuration changes and environmental system control adjustments through the use of multiple computer based software applications
• Collaborate with leadership in the operation, maintenance scheduling, repair, and installation of the specialized mechanical and electrical control/monitoring systems
• Initiate resolution of routine emergency and non-emergency issues affecting operations critical to the safe operation of campus facilities; escalate to leadership as necessary
• Perform maintenance on equipment with the following Electrical system voltages: 5-48 volt AC/DC, 120, 277-480 volt AC (associated with control panels and Variable Frequency Drive (VFD) maintenance)
• Provide recommendations for upgrades/changes to improve system performance
• Serve as subject matter expert and provide technical guidance to staff in other associated trades (Electrical Services and Mechanical Services) as needed
• Ensure Business Continuity Plan is enforced by maintaining workstations and archiving all system databases for disaster recovery
• Collaborate with mechanical contractors to reduce system outage times during construction phases
• Act as the assistant project manager and site supervisor for in-house and contracted control system projects; conduct job analysis to determine the scope of each project and any required safety considerations
• Complete FM Systems service orders as assigned
• Ensure compliance with Navy Federal, local, state and federal regulatory guidelines pertaining to electrical systems through ongoing research and documentation; implement policy and procedure updates resulting from regulatory/policy changes
• Troubleshoot and diagnosing system issues or inefficiencies including maintenance needs; refer to operational, maintenance and repair manuals, system schematics, updating each as needed
• Participates in the procurement of materials for assigned projects
• Oversee inventory of spare parts and instrumentation for system repair and calibration
• Perform other related duties as assigned or appropriate

Qualifications

• Significant experience in commercial building HVAC and/or Electrical systems operation and maintenance that includes a working knowledge of Building Automation Systems (BAS)
• Working knowledge of automated building window shading systems and electronics
• Advanced knowledge of local, state and National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) as it pertains to workplace essentials involving equipment/system maintenance and a working knowledge of the National Electric Code (NEC)
• Advanced knowledge of the tools, mathematics, codes, materials and safety regulations associated with the electrical trade
• Ability to work independently or as a team member
• Ability to read, modify and program all required sequences into graphical programming language
• Working knowledge of the operation of Central Chiller Plants to include: variable primary, variable secondary, coupled, decoupled, and cooling tower operation
• Recognized training or equivalent experience in control theory, psychometrics, end devices, and sensors
• Working knowledge of BACnet and TCP/IP networking
• Effective skill in the use of personal computers and associated productivity software
• Ability to exercise good judgment, make sound, effective decisions, and manage resources effectively
• Desired - Minimum of 5 years of experience in HVAC, Control Systems, and/or Electrical maintenance
• Desired - Minimum of 2 years of experience programming and maintenance of Trane Tracer and/or Automated Logic systems
• Desired - Demonstrated experience in the installation, start-up, maintenance, and programming of BAS systems
• Effective skill to read and interpret work schedules and directions, blueprints, diagrams, engineering drawings and manufacturer manuals
• Effective interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills

• Effective planning, analysis, and organizational skills

• Desired - Vocational Training Certificate in a related field or an Associate in Applied Science degree in a related field

Salary:

$31.06-$38.85 hourly (Potential salary if hired by Navy Federal as a full-time employee: SkillBridge participants are not eligible for compensation from Navy Federal, as they continue to receive military compensation and benefits as active-duty service members.)

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