building automation specialist

JOB DESCRIPTION

FACILITY ENERGY SPECIALIST

GENERAL SERVICES

Human Resources

NEWPORT NEWS, VA Department

GENERAL STATEMENT OF RESPONSIBILITIES

Under limited supervision, this position utilizes direct digital control (DDC) technologies installed in

our commercial buildings to minimize energy consumption from HVAC and related mechanical

systems by adjusting DDC systems for activities of various City departments, divisions, and partner

agencies; provides guidance and training to City agencies in energy management; recommends and

develops new energy management quality programs and standards; makes presentations involving

energy management to City administration. Reports to the Building Administrator.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Works with DDC and building automation systems to include Trane, Delta, Carrier, and Honeywell to

schedule system performance for building occupancy and minimize energy consumption.

Administers the utility bill software management platform; works with departments City-wide to

coordinate utility bill approvals and training in the utility bill software management platform; manages

electronic bill payment integrations.

Uses data from the utility bill payment software to analyze the results of facility efficiency

improvements.

Identifies and recommends strategies to reduce the carbon footprint of the City's building portfolio

through energy reduction initiatives. Performs trend analysis on energy use data in City buildings and

recommends strategies for optimizing the energy performance of the City's property portfolio.

Ensures that energy management inquiries are answered in a timely and accurate manner.

Perform other work as assigned.

PERFORMANCE STANDARD

Employees at all levels are expected toeffectively work together to meet the needs of the community

and the organization through work behaviors demonstrating the City's Values. Employees are also

expected to lead by example and demonstrate the highest level of ethics.

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REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE

• Safety - Thorough knowledge of occupational hazards, safety precautions, and safety regulations

related to the operation of HVAC equipment.

• Direct Digital Controls (DDC) – Knowledge of building automation systems for HVAC mechanical

systems such as Trane, Delta, Carrier, Honeywell, or similar intelligent climate and energy solution

manufacturers.

• Energy Management – Knowledge of energy conservation strategies used to min8imize

environmental impact through sustainable actions and processes.

REQUIRED SKILLS

• Research and Analysis – Ability to research and analyze information, methods and techniques

related energy conservation programs. Ability to perform statistical analysis and forecasting

formulations to recommend an appropriate course of action.

• Interpersonal Relationships – Ability to develop and maintain cooperative and professional

relationships with customers, employees, managers, and representatives from other departments

and organizations.

• Computer Skills – Ability to utilize a personal computer with basic applications, DDC applications

to manage scheduling of HVAC mechanical systems, and utility bill processing software to manage

utility bill payments for the entire City.

REQUIRED ABILITIES

• Time Management - Plans and organizes daily work routine. Estimates expected time of

completion of elements of work and establishes a personal schedule accordingly. Implements work

activities in accordance with priorities and estimated schedules.

• Communication – Communicates ideas verbally and in writing effectively so others will

understand. Listens and understands information and ideas being presented verbally and in

writing. Prepares written reports or logs, and conducts effective presentations.

• Financial Management – Performs arithmetic, algebraic, and statistical applications to perform

purchasing and financial transactions. Employs economic and accounting principles and practices

to the analysis and reporting of budgeting data.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Requires a Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Public Administration, or Business Administration or a

related field with 5-7 years of energy conservation, HVAC systems, or related experience, or an

equivalent combination of education and experience.

Training in related specialties such as energy efficiency and/or renewable energy technologies,

sustainable community design, USGBC LEED training, or Certified Energy Management programs

preferred. Experience working with building automation DDC systems preferred.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

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Acceptable general background check to include a local and state criminal history check.

All employees in the Department of General Services may be expected to work hours in excess of

their normally scheduled hours in response to short-term department needs and/or City-wide

emergencies.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Tasks require the ability to exert light physical effort in sedentary to light work.

• Some lifting, pushing and/or pulling of objects and materials of light weight (5-10 pounds).

• Tasks may involve extended periods of time at a keyboard or work station.

SENSORY REQUIREMENTS

• Some tasks require the ability to perceive and discriminate sounds and visual cues or signals.

• Some tasks require the ability to communicate orally.

ENVIRONMENTAL EXPOSURES

Essential functions are regularly performed without exposure to adverse environmental conditions.

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