Energy Management Technician

• Kent Campus - Kent
• Staff/Classified AFSCME
• Closing on: Aug 11 2025
• 986641
• Energy Management - Kent Campus [100414]
  
  

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Job Title

Energy Management Technician

Physical Location:

Kent Campus - Kent, OH

Salary

$23.96 - $25.04 (6 month rate)

Basic Function

Install, program, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair energy management computerized systems. Reports to Energy Management Supervisor or other designated supervisor.

Examples Of Duties

Additional Basic Function – if applicable:

Duties/essential functions may include, but not be limited to, the following:

Install, program, monitor, and maintain Direct Digital Control System components to include sensors, transducers, controllers, and network devices in campus buildings; troubleshoots system, identifies problems, and implements changes to system; adds, modifies and deletes computer programs for all energy management systems.

Provide training and technical assistance; instruct maintenance staff and students in the use and operation of direct digital controllers.

Coordinate and facilitate transition to energy management system in departments, interacts with faculty, staff, and students (e.g., explains energy management principles and procedures, schedules installations, etc.).

Contact appropriate personnel when failures occur; coordinates communication between Building Automation Center and maintenance staff.

Plan, implement, monitor, evaluate, and upgrade energy saving programs (e.g., Demand Limiting Program, weekly scheduling).

Assist with coordination of construction projects affecting energy management systems to ensure conformance with University standards; consults with engineers and architects, assists with planning, review and selection of vendors, and adoption of specifications.

Maintain inventory; purchase replacement parts and orders supplies; compile and maintain records and reports.

Train and direct work of student employees or employees in lower pay grade; may participate in training new employees.

Perform related duties as required.

Minimum Qualifications

Additional Examples of Duties – if applicable:

High school diploma or equivalent. A minimum of three years experience in building automation systems to include repair and troubleshooting of DDC controls (or equivalent combination of education or experience which provides comparable knowledge, skills, and abilities).

License/Certification

Valid Ohio driver's license with safe driving record.

Knowledge Of

HVAC systems

Energy management principles

Networking principles

Computer hardware and software

Skill In

Installation, maintenance, repair, and troubleshooting of computerized DDC equipment

Interpersonal communication to interact with University personnel and public in person and over the telephone (e.g., to explain and train others in energy management system procedures)

Written communication (e.g., to write reports on system)

Use of hand and power tools

Ability To

Program energy management controllers

Identify problems and take appropriate action

Interpret and apply blueprints and schematic diagrams

Read and comprehend a variety of technical information

Maintain accurate records

Understand a system of procedures

Demonstrate physical dexterity and lift 50 pounds

Demonstrate mechanical aptitude

Perform basic mathematics (e.g., add, subtract, multiply, and divide whole numbers, decimals, and fractions, and calculate percentages)

Operate computer and computer-related equipment (e.g., printers)

Work in high places and crawl spaces

Assessments

Preferred Qualifications – if applicable:

Asterisk (*) indicates knowledge, skills, abilities which require assessments

Working Conditions / Physical Requirements

Exposed to dirt, dust, odors, fumes, electricity, variable temperatures and weather conditions, heights and potentially dangerous equipment (e.g., air handlers); requires moderate physical effort to include frequent lifting of up to 50 pounds (e.g., spools of cable), climbing, and extended periods of bending, standing, and stooping; may work varied hours to include evenings, weekends, and holidays; may be called to work in emergency situations; requires on- and off-campus travel.

Working Schedule

Monday through Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.; however, schedule may vary to meet departmental needs.

Additional Information

Must pass a security check.

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Kent State University is committed to creating a community that is culturally and intellectually diverse and to attracting and retaining a diverse staff. We strive to create and maintain working and learning environments that respect differences, and are inclusive, welcoming, respectful and kind.

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Disclaimer

The intent of this description is to illustrate the types of duties and responsibilities that will be required of positions given this title and should not be interpreted to describe all the specific duties and responsibilities that may be required in any particular position. Directly related experience/education beyond the minimum stated may be substituted where appropriate at the discretion of the Appointing Authority. Kent State University reserves the right to revise or change job duties, job hours, and responsibilities.

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