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Job Description
Building Automation Systems Specialist Children's National Hospital - 3.7 Washington, DC Job Details Full-time $30.88 - $60.68 an hour 23 hours ago Benefits Commuter assistance AD&D insurance Disability insurance Health insurance 401(k) Flexible spending account Tuition reimbursement Paid time off Qualifications HVAC control system operation Microsoft Excel Operating systems Automation Customer service Copy machines Mechanical system commissioning projects Driver's License Productivity software Commissioning phase involvement Building automation systems Mobile devices Full Job Description Kids Are Our Everything. Department 10029 Facility Management Pay Range $30.88 - $60.68 Abou the
Role:
The Building Automation Systems Specialist will install, operate and maintain the computerized direct digital electronic control systems of the building automation system for the facility and all the pneumatic operated automatic temperature control systems on all mechanical equipment in accordance with plans and specifications, operating manuals and manufacturer's specifications. Responds to all hospital emergencies including but not limited to leaks, odors and fire alarms. Minimum Education Bachelor's Degree Bachelor's degree in engineering, computer science, or a related field, followed by specialized training and certifications in building automation and facility management (Required) Or High School Diploma or GED 4+ years experience in system commissioning and/or programming of DDC systems and HVAC control systems (Required) Minimum Work Experience 5 years of related and progressive experience. Emphasis on automatic temperature controls, both Pneumatic and DDC. No supervisory experience required. (Required) Required Licenses and Certifications Drivers License (Required) Required Skills/Knowledge Frequent bend/stoop, sit, stand/walk and reach 8-12 hrs. Must be able to lift, carry, push, pull 40-75 pounds. PC Operating Systems and mobile work order devices. Proficient knowledge of Intranet, some Microsoft Offices Suites (Word, Excel). Familiarity with automated work order systems. Customer Service Skills, calculator and copy machine. Functional Accountabilities Building Systems Control Maintain, set up, calibrate and program all Direct Digital Control Systems, sensors, stand alone field panels, devices and appurtenances of the Building Automation System; and all pneumatically operated controllers, dampers, valves and corresponding controls of heating, ventilating and refrigeration/air conditioning automatic temperature controls systems. Operations and Maintenance Lubricate all bearing surfaces of dampers, valves and air operated motors and drives. PMs on air and water balance heating, ventilating and air conditioning units to ensure optimum operations and proper environmental conditions. Maintain and operate air compressors (for environmental control) and all associated oil filters, regulators and drive belts. Design and install modifications of the pneumatic controls on existing mechanical equipment for environmental control and energy conservation. Operate, maintain and install field panels, sensors and devices of the direct digital electronic building automation and pneumatic controls. Customer Service Respond to, troubleshoot, evaluate and resolve temperature control related problem.
Benefits That Support You:
Comprehensive health coverage, including medical, prescription, infertility, and transgender health services. Generous paid time off, including vacation accrual from day one, sick leave, holidays, and a personal day. Financial wellness support, including a 401(k) plan and healthcare and dependent care spending accounts. Employer-paid life, AD&D, and long-term disability coverage, with optional supplemental plans. Additional perks, including tuition assistance, fitness resources, employee assistance, commuter benefits, and more.
Why Join Us:
Nationally Recognized Excellence - Consistently ranked among the Top 10 Children's Hospitals in the nation by U.S. News & World Report. Leading Pediatric Care - One of the largest and most comprehensive children's hospitals in the country, offering nationally ranked specialties and cutting-edge treatments. Innovation & Research - A premier academic medical center with a strong commitment to pediatric research, education, and advancing the future of child health. Mission-Driven Culture - Dedicated to providing family-centered care while fostering a collaborative, supportive environment for clinical teams. The disclosed salary range includes the minimum and maximum rates within which Children's National believes an individual's base pay rate will fall for this position. It is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the maximum of the pay range. The exact pay rate for this position will be based on a variety of factors in alignment with the Children's National compensation philosophy. These factors are legitimate and non-discriminatory including, but not limited to, the current market conditions; organizational needs; the individual's combination of prior work experience, level of education, knowledge, skills, and other qualifications. Children's National is committed to providing a fair and competitive total rewards package to each of our employees. This base salary range does not include our comprehensive benefits package or any additional compensation for which this position may be eligible. Childrens National Hospital is an equal opportunity employer that evaluates qualified applicants without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender, identity, or other characteristics protected by law. The "Know Your Rights" poster is available here: and the pay transparency policy is available here: Know Your RightsPay Transparency Nondiscrimination Poster. Please note that it is the policy of Children's National Hospital to ensure a "drug-free" work environment: a workplace free from the illegal use, possession or distribution of controlled substances (as defined in the Controlled Substances Act), or the misuse of legal substances, by all staff (management, employees and contractors). Though recreational and medical marijuana are now legal in the District of Columbia, Children's National and its affiliates maintain the right, in accordance with our policy, to enforce a drug-free workplace, including prohibiting recreational or prescribed marijuana.
