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Building Automation Specialist
Building Automation Specialist-August 2024
Princeton
Aug 29, 2025
About Building Automation Specialist

  Overview

  Under the supervision of the Shop Supervisor and Lead, the BAS Specialist will be responsible for Building Automation Systems (BAS) monitoring/alarm management, incident coordination, system diagnostics, programming, and system maintenance. Additional support for security and fire systems. The technician will coordinate with other groups within the Department and throughout the Laboratory to ensure long-term, safe, and efficient operation of the building automation system and end devices Develops solutions to enhance or enable controls of lab wide systems.

  A proud U.S. Department of Energy National Laboratory managed by Princeton University, Princeton Plasma Physics Laboratory (PPPL) is a longstanding leader in the science and innovation behind the development of fusion energy — a clean, safe, and virtually limitless energy source. With an eye on the future and in response to national priorities, PPPL also has begun a strategic shift from a singular focus on fusion energy to a multi-focus approach that includes microelectronics, quantum information science, and sustainability science. Whether it be through science, engineering, technology or professional services, every team member has an opportunity to make their mark on our world. PPPL aims to attract and support people with a rich variety of backgrounds, interests, experiences, and cultural viewpoints. We are committed to equity, diversity, inclusion and accessibility and believe that each member of our team contributes to our scientific mission in their own unique way. Come join us!

  Responsibilities

  BAS Specialist will be responsible for Building Automation Systems (BAS) monitoring, programming, and troubleshooting of sitewide control systems.

  Core Duties:

  Monitors multiple BAS for system alarms and unsatisfactory conditions. Provides initial triage and troubleshooting of issues identified from system alarms, calls, or other sources. Review BAS status, queries and reports to identify unsatisfactory conditions, track issues to resolution. Retrieve point trend logs and analyze for anomalies. Follows SOPs for documentation and work order creation. Dispatches field technicians and assists with troubleshooting. Create programs to ensure peak operation of all electro-mechanical equipment - 75%.

  Support testing, repair, and troubleshooting of Simplex fire alarm system - 10%.

  Review Security and Fire System status, queries and reports to identity unsatisfactory conditions, tracks issues to resolution - 10%.

  Perform Other Duties as assigned by Supervisor - 5%.

  Qualifications

  Education and Experience:

  High School Education or equivalent and AAS or Technical training in HVAC, Electronics, or Automation or similar program.

  Basic proficiency and understanding of Windows® based software applications. Demonstrated proficiency with electronic mail, MS® Office, and related desktop and handheld devices and applications required.

  Proficiency with Web Based Applications including Maximo, Google Apps for Business.

  Siemens Insight and Desigo certification.

  A strategic goal of PPPL is diversifying the community of scientists and engineers, ensuring equitable access, and making the STEM fields more accessible and inclusive. With this in mind, we will take into consideration equivalent work and personal experiences as well as efforts in education, outreach or other related service activities.

  Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

  Five (5) to Ten (10) years of experience with the troubleshooting, service, programming and repair of building automation systems.

  Possess understanding and technical ability of DDC control theory and building operations, to perform investigations of complex HVAC system controls and functionality issues, evaluate alternate solutions and provide sound recommendations to supervisors, shop personnel and others.

  Siemens Insight and Desigo experience in both service and installation of end devices, and front-end making scheduling and setpoint adjustment, override and release points, review point configuration, view, and export trend data.

  Reads and understands blueprints, schematics, wiring diagrams and layouts.

  Ability to write complex programming for HVAC, and lighting systems.

  Performs point-to-point system check outs and participates in new and renovated system startups. Ensures proper software setup, programming, and communication with server(s).

  Provides technical support, direction, and guidance to end users and other trades personnel where applicable.

  Possess knowledge in the functionality and usage of programmable logic controllers (PLCs) and motor frequency drives.

  Working knowledge of fiber optic testing, repair, and troubleshooting.

  Ability to be on-call, and work overtime, off-shifts, weekends, and holidays.

  Maintain good communication between departments and other shop personnel. Maintain good customer service relationships.

  General knowledge of the National Electric Code, Life Safety Code, OSHA and standard industry practices. Conform to industry standards concerning safety, lock-out/tag-out, inspections, and operations when dealing with electrical systems. Maintain a high consciousness of safety for all personnel and areas involved.

  Certificates and Licenses:

  AAS or Technical training in HVAC, Electronics, or Automation or similar program.Physical Requirements:

  Ability to lift 50 pounds. Work in confined spaces, at heights, and exposure to plant hazards (steam/electrical/mechanical/radiological). Princeton University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer (https://rrr.princeton.edu/eop) and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. KNOW YOUR RIGHTS (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/EEOC_KnowYourRights_screen_reader_10_20.pdf)

  Please be aware that the Department of Energy (DOE) prohibits DOE employees and contractors from participation in certain foreign government talent recruitment programs. All PPPL employees are required to disclose any participation in a foreign government talent recruitment program and may be required to withdraw from such programs to remain employed under the DOE Contract.

  Standard Weekly Hours

  40.00

  Eligible for Overtime

  Yes

  Benefits Eligible

  Yes

  Probationary Period

  90 days

  Essential Services Personnel (see policy for detail)

  No

  Physical Capacity Exam Required

  Yes

  Valid Driver's License Required

  No

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  If you are a qualified individual with a disability and are, therefore, unable or limited in your ability to use or access this system, you can request a reasonable accommodation by contacting PPPL's Office of Human Resources [email protected].

  Princeton University-Princeton Plasma Physics Laboratory (PPPL) is anEqual Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer (https://rrr.princeton.edu/eop) and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.EEO IS THE LAW (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/migrated_files/employers/poster_screen_reader_optimized.pdf)

  Princeton University-PPPL job offers are contingent upon the candidate’s successful completion of a background check, reference checks, and pre-employment screening, as applicable.

  PPPL is aU.S. Department of Energy (DOE) national laboratory (https://www.energy.gov/national-laboratories) managed by Princeton University. The DOE prohibits DOE employees and contractors from participation in certain foreign government talent recruitment programs. All PPPL employees are required to disclose any participation in a foreign government talent recruitment program and may be required to withdraw from such programs to remain employed under the DOE Contract.

  Princeton University-PPPL is a residential community and an employer that operates continuously 24 hours a day. Essential services employees perform jobs that are necessary and required to maintain basic University operations during scheduled closures or unscheduled suspension of normal operations due to emergencies, events, or other situations. Essential services employees may be asked and/or required to perform jobs or duties that fall outside of their normal job classification during an emergency event. Learn more about ourEssential Services policy (https://hr.princeton.edu/policies/essential-services-during-emergencies-or-other-conditions) .

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  Requisition #2024-18348

  Date Posted1 month ago(1/11/2024 12:49 PM)

  Department PPPL Facilities

  Category Facilities Management and Physical Plant

  Job Type Full-Time

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