Automation Integration Specialist - Hospital Facilities

WHY UT SOUTHWESTERN?
With over 75 years of excellence in Dallas-Fort Worth, Texas, UT Southwestern is committed to excellence, innovation, teamwork, and compassion. As a world-renowned medical and research center, we strive to provide the best possible care, resources, and benefits for our valued employees. Ranked as the number 1 hospital in Dallas-Fort Worth according to U.S. News & World Report, we invest in you with opportunities for career growth and development to align with your future goals. Our highly competitive benefits package offers healthcare, PTO and paid holidays, on-site childcare, wage, merit increases and so much more. We invite you to be a part of the UT Southwestern team where you'll discover a culture of teamwork, professionalism, and a rewarding career! 

BENEFITS
UT Southwestern is proud to offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. Our benefits are designed to support your overall wellbeing, and include\:

• PPO medical plan, available day one at no cost for full-time employee-only coverage
• 100% coverage for preventive healthcare-no copay
• Paid Time Off, available day one
• Retirement Programs through the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS)
• Paid Parental Leave Benefit
• Wellness programs
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Qualified Employer
• Learn more about these and other UTSW employee benefits!

JOB SUMMARY

UT Southwestern Medical Center is seeking an experienced Automation Integration Specialist to support and optimize advanced building automation and HVAC control systems. This role will manage the Siemens Apogee Automation Database, support system backups and disaster recovery, identify opportunities for improved efficiency, and provide technical guidance to HVAC controls technicians. Works under supervision to provide skills associated with HVAC and building automation systems. 

We are looking for someone with\:

• A high school diploma or equivalent.
• At least 5 years of advanced experience with HVAC DDC controls and related HVAC systems.
• Strong knowledge of programming complex, integrated systems and communications protocols.
• Experience with BACnet and/or Modbus.
• Strong communication, organization, problem-solving, and customer service skills.
• A valid Texas driver’s license.
• An associate degree in Electronic Technology or completion of a manufacturer’s temperature-controls service course is preferred.

Work Location\: Dallas Campus; may or may not require travel to and from other UTSW locations.

Shift Requirement\: 7\:30 AM to 4\:00 PM, Monday to Friday.

***INCLUDE ALL RELEVANT EXPERIENCE ON UPDATED RESUME WITH APPLICATION SUBMISSION***


EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION

Required

• Education
  • High School Diploma Or equivalence and 
     

• Experience
  • 5 years of advanced experience in HVAC DDC controls and related HVAC systems. 
     

• Licenses and Certifications
  • (DRIVERS) DRIVERS LICENSE Must maintain a valid State of Texas driver's license Upon Hire 
     

Preferred

• Education
  • Associate's Degree In Electronic Technology field or vocational school with completion of manufacturer's service course in repair and maintenance of temperature controls 
     

• Experience
  • Knowledge of Bacnet and/or Modbus protocols as well as JCI and Alerton automation systems highly desirable. 
     

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Work requires alertness and careful attention to avoid serious injury to self or others.
• Work requires skill in operation of various tools in the HVAC/DDC control equipment trade.
• Work requires skills in troubleshooting variable frequency drives (VFDs) and integrated HVAC systems.

Physical Requirements

• Bending/Leaning Over
• Climbing
• Lifting - Up to 75 lbs.
• Pulling - Up to 75 lbs.
• Pushing - Up to 75 lbs.
• Sitting
• Walking

Working Conditions

• Indoors
• Outdoors

JOB DUTIES

• Manages, backups, and restores a large Siemens Apogee Automation Database through normal maintenance as well as during disaster recovery.
• Identifies opportunities on campus to improve efficiencies with upgrades, programming, or automation system optimization.
• Mentors and teaches less knowledgeable technicians in advanced HVAC controls operations.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

SECURITY AND EEO STATEMENT

Security
This position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code 51.215, which authorizes UT Southwestern to obtain criminal history record information.

EEO
UT Southwestern Medical Center is committed to an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. As an equal opportunity employer, UT Southwestern prohibits unlawful discrimination, including discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or veteran status.
 

WHY UT SOUTHWESTERN?
With over 75 years of excellence in Dallas-Fort Worth, Texas, UT Southwestern is committed to excellence, innovation, teamwork, and compassion. As a world-renowned medical and research center, we strive to provide the best possible care, resources, and benefits for our valued employees. Ranked as the number 1 hospital in Dallas-Fort Worth according to U.S. News & World Report, we invest in you with opportunities for career growth and development to align with your future goals. Our highly competitive benefits package offers healthcare, PTO and paid holidays, on-site childcare, wage, merit increases and so much more. We invite you to be a part of the UT Southwestern team where you'll discover a culture of teamwork, professionalism, and a rewarding career! 

BENEFITS
UT Southwestern is proud to offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. Our benefits are designed to support your overall wellbeing, and include\:

• PPO medical plan, available day one at no cost for full-time employee-only coverage
• 100% coverage for preventive healthcare-no copay
• Paid Time Off, available day one
• Retirement Programs through the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS)
• Paid Parental Leave Benefit
• Wellness programs
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Qualified Employer
• Learn more about these and other UTSW employee benefits!

JOB SUMMARY

UT Southwestern Medical Center is seeking an experienced Automation Integration Specialist to support and optimize advanced building automation and HVAC control systems. This role will manage the Siemens Apogee Automation Database, support system backups and disaster recovery, identify opportunities for improved efficiency, and provide technical guidance to HVAC controls technicians. Works under supervision to provide skills associated with HVAC and building automation systems. 

We are looking for someone with\:

• A high school diploma or equivalent.
• At least 5 years of advanced experience with HVAC DDC controls and related HVAC systems.
• Strong knowledge of programming complex, integrated systems and communications protocols.
• Experience with BACnet and/or Modbus.
• Strong communication, organization, problem-solving, and customer service skills.
• A valid Texas driver’s license.
• An associate degree in Electronic Technology or completion of a manufacturer’s temperature-controls service course is preferred.

Work Location\: Dallas Campus; may or may not require travel to and from other UTSW locations.

Shift Requirement\: 7\:30 AM to 4\:00 PM, Monday to Friday.

***INCLUDE ALL RELEVANT EXPERIENCE ON UPDATED RESUME WITH APPLICATION SUBMISSION***


EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION

Required

• Education
  • High School Diploma Or equivalence and 
     

• Experience
  • 5 years of advanced experience in HVAC DDC controls and related HVAC systems. 
     

• Licenses and Certifications
  • (DRIVERS) DRIVERS LICENSE Must maintain a valid State of Texas driver's license Upon Hire 
     

Preferred

• Education
  • Associate's Degree In Electronic Technology field or vocational school with completion of manufacturer's service course in repair and maintenance of temperature controls 
     

• Experience
  • Knowledge of Bacnet and/or Modbus protocols as well as JCI and Alerton automation systems highly desirable. 
     

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Work requires alertness and careful attention to avoid serious injury to self or others.
• Work requires skill in operation of various tools in the HVAC/DDC control equipment trade.
• Work requires skills in troubleshooting variable frequency drives (VFDs) and integrated HVAC systems.

Physical Requirements

• Bending/Leaning Over
• Climbing
• Lifting - Up to 75 lbs.
• Pulling - Up to 75 lbs.
• Pushing - Up to 75 lbs.
• Sitting
• Walking

Working Conditions

• Indoors
• Outdoors

JOB DUTIES

• Manages, backups, and restores a large Siemens Apogee Automation Database through normal maintenance as well as during disaster recovery.
• Identifies opportunities on campus to improve efficiencies with upgrades, programming, or automation system optimization.
• Mentors and teaches less knowledgeable technicians in advanced HVAC controls operations.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

SECURITY AND EEO STATEMENT

Security
This position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code 51.215, which authorizes UT Southwestern to obtain criminal history record information.

EEO
UT Southwestern Medical Center is committed to an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. As an equal opportunity employer, UT Southwestern prohibits unlawful discrimination, including discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or veteran status.