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Building Automation TechnicianGeorge Mason University • Fairfax, VA, United States
Building Automation Technician

Building Automation Technician

George Mason University • Fairfax, VA, United States
23 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Building Automation Technician

10003347

Fairfax, VA

Classified Staff

Opening on : Oct 17 2025

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Department : Facilities & Campus Operations

Classification : Electronics Technician 2

Job Category : Classified Staff

Job Type : Full-Time

Work Schedule : Full-time (1.0 FTE, 40 hrs / wk)

Location : Fairfax, VA

Workplace Type : Hybrid Eligible

Sponsorship Eligibility : Not eligible for visa sponsorship

Pay Band : 04

Salary : Salary commensurate with education and experience

Criminal Background Check : Yes

Motor Vehicle Records Check : Yes

About the Department :

George Mason University Facilities ensures a quality physical environment supporting the mission of the university. We will be the technical and business experts of choice with the total trust and confidence of our students, faculty and staff.

About the Position :

Performs journey level work in the installation, modification, repair and replacement of university DDC systems and equipment, using necessary safety equipment, hand tools, ladders, and testing equipment. Installs, maintains, and monitors computer based Direct Digital Control (DDC) control systems. Inspects HVAC systems and controls to determine preventative maintenance schedules or finds needed corrective maintenance repairs and reports findings to the building automation supervisor. This position performs duties and responsibilities with a focus on departmental, institutional, academic and research goals.

This position is required to work additional hours in the event of an emergency. This may require reporting to work early, staying late, and / or working weekends. Additionally, this position is designated as "Essential Personnel." All essential personnel employees are required to report for snow removal and assist with clearing grounds, roads, pathways, sidewalks or steps.

Responsibilities :

  • Performs journeyman level work installing, modifying, maintaining, and repairing system components including, but not limited to DDC and Energy Management Control systems;

Exercises extensive knowledge of the following systems that the DDC control system controls :

  • Variable frequency drives and the motors they serve;
  • Commercial AC systems and heat pumps;
  • Air handler units utilizing hydronic controls and pumps;
  • VAV's, FCU's, RTU's, ERU's and DOAS units; and
  • All associated pneumatic controls and equipment in order to maintain environmental conditions;
  • Inspects equipment to determine preventative, routine and emergency maintenance;
  • Maintains equipment according to established schedules and appropriate procedures as indicated by manufacturer specifications and departmental guidelines to minimize unexpected repairs and down time;
  • Performs other related duties as assigned;
  • Inputs accurate work order actions, time and attendance records; and
  • Authors professional emails.
  • Required Qualifications :

  • High school diploma or equivalent;
  • Substantial experience operating and repairing building automation systems, commercial HVAC hydronic equipment, and / or electronic systems;
  • Some coursework in HVAC or Industrial Automation;
  • Extensive knowledge of HVAC, hydronic systems and associated controls;
  • Thorough knowledge of pneumatic, electronic, and electrical controls, DDC systems, and building automation software;
  • Knowledge and use of desktop pc's and laptops used to troubleshoot DDC control systems;
  • Working knowledge of how building automation systems work, their purpose, and why they are used for energy management;
  • Working knowledge of windows software and MS Office programs;
  • Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot all types of control systems and effectively make repairs and / or changes to control systems to ensure proper operation of these systems;
  • Demonstrated ability to read control drawings and blueprints;
  • Ability to use common hand tools to repair, modify and perform preventative maintenance; and
  • Valid driver's license needed to drive GMU state vehicles; must currently possess an appropriate, active, valid motor vehicle operator's license that meets all of GMU's requirements for operating state vehicles and equipment under Mason's Vehicle Use Policy 1411 https : / / universitypolicy.gmu.edu / policies / vehicle-use / . The Office of Risk Management reserves the right to review the driver's licenses and Motor Vehicle Reports (MVRs) of all candidates selected with employment contingent upon a favorable review.
  • Preferred Qualifications :

  • Vocational or technical training in related field;
  • Completed HVAC apprenticeship with at least 2 completed industrial automation courses;
  • Extensive experience repairing and operating commercial HVAC hydronic equipment, electronic systems, or building automation systems;
  • Extensive completed course work in HVAC or industrial automation;
  • Knowledge to suggest improvements, modify systems, and monitor repairs for efficacy; and
  • An extensive knowledge of how an automation system works and its purpose.
  • Instructions to Applicants :

    For full consideration, applicants must apply for Building Automation Technician at https : / / jobs.gmu.edu / . Complete and submit the online application to include three professional references with contact information, and provide a Resume for review.

    Posting Open Date : October 17, 2025

    For Full Consideration, Apply by : October 31, 2025

    Open Until Filled : Yes

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