Job Description

INSTRUMENT & CONTROL MECHANIC - (T239563)

Description

Instrument & Control Mechanic

The University of Alabama at BirminghamJob Summary:

To read, understand and interpret blueprints, drawings, floor plans, schedules and manufacturer's operating and/or maintenance specifications as they relate to electrical, mechanical, plumbing, HVAC and special equipment, building structures and finishes. To maintain and perform tests, calibrations, evaluation repairs, modifications, replacements and installations on HVAC, chiller and boiler control systems and devices to include pneumatic, electrical, electronic and direct digital control systems. To respond to requests from architects, engineers, energy managers, building occupants and others regarding testing, evaluating, calibrating and documenting mechanical and electrical controls and metering systems.

Key Duties & Responsibilities:

1. Installs, tests, calibrates and troubleshoots existing and new control systems, including

analog and digital, metering devices, variable frequency and variable speed drive

controllers, turbine and vortex flow meters, differential RTD and TC transmitters, and other

devices. Uses testing and calibration instrumentation and equipment to evaluate system

performance and diagnose problems. Evaluates test data and recommends needed repairs,

modifications and replacements.

1. Rebuilds, modifies and repairs control devices and components including valve dampers,

receiver-controllers, relays, control panels, sensors, transmitters, thermostats, meters and

other similar components and devices.

1. Tests and analyzes the operation of HVAC and major energy-using equipment and systems

such as boilers, chillers, lighting systems, etc., and determines operating conditions and

efficiencies. Makes recommendations for system repairs, renovations, modifications,

retrofits or replacements.

1. Analyzes and documents the design, application and condition of existing HVAC and

control systems. Measures and records HVAC system specifications and performance

values such as air flow (CFM), air velocity (FPM), static pressure (inches of water), voltage,

wattage, amperage, ohms, power (KVA, KWA) and power factors.

1. Tests, calibrates and installs electric watt-hour meters, steam and water flow meters,

temperature, pressure, and humidity sensors and other similar measuring devices for HVAC

equipment, boilers and chillers. Develops and analyzes control strategies for the

replacement or modification of existing control systems, and the design of new control

systems.

1. Identifies and evaluates systems and components which are candidates for improving the

energy efficiency of controlled processes. Tests and evaluates new and different types of

control and energy conserving products for installation within UAB facilities.

1. Develops application programming to be entered into existing Energy Management

Systems, Direct Digital control systems, and other microprocessor based control systems

and software programs.

1. Engages and alters existing controls software programs through the use of proprietary

languages. Enters new programs into control system processors and memories. Uses

computer aided design and drafting (CADD) graphic software programs to design new and

document existing control systems using micro-computer hardware.

1. Performs other duties as assigned.

Hourly Pay Range: $22.90 - $29.80

Qualifications

Graduate from an approved accredited post-secondary two (2) year vocational or technical school in Electronic, Electrical, or HVAC, and four (4) years experience in building automation, electronic or industrial controls required. Work experience may substitute for education requirement. A driver's license valid in the state of Alabama may be required based on departmental need.

UAB is an Equal Employment/Equal Educational Opportunity Institution dedicated to providing equal opportunities and equal access to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, ethnic or national origin, sex (including pregnancy), genetic information, age, disability, and veteran's status. As required by Title IX, UAB prohibits sex discrimination in any education program or activity that it operates. Individuals may report concerns or questions to UAB's Assistant Vice President and Senior Title IX Coordinator. The Title IX notice of nondiscrimination is located at uab.edu/titleix.

Primary Location

: University

Job Category

: Facilities

Organization

: 112800000 Utilities & Energy Mgmt

Employee Status

: Regular

Shift: Day/1st Shift

Work Arrangement (final schedule to be determined by the department/hiring manager): Onsite