BUILDING AUTOMATION AND SYSTEMS

INTEGRATION ANALYST

DEFINITION

Technical specialist with responsibility for the operation, maintenance, and future expansion of all hardware and software for large, complex Campus Facility Automation Systems at 5 separate campuses. Building Automation Systems include: Energy Management Systems (Honeywell, etc.); HVAC Direct Digital Controls systems, HVAC Pneumatic Controls Systems; Fire Alarm Systems (Simplex, Ademco, etc.); Intrusion Alarm Systems (ADT, Silent Knight, etc.); Card Access Systems (Locknetics); and Lighting Control Systems. The incumbent shall work under the direction of the Director of Utility and Energy Resources and be capable of performing all duties with minimal technical supervision.

TYPICAL DUTIES

General

Assess, plan, budget and manage daily operations and future expansion of the Campus Facility Automation Systems. Technical advisor and resource for College and District staff that are maintainers and end-users of the Campus Facility Automation Systems.

Building Automation System Support

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  Troubleshoot system problems to provide continued operation.
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  Optimize DDC system performance through analysis of trend data.
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  Develop and implement standard specifications, programming standards, standard sequences of operation, and commissioning procedures.
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  Develop and implement plan for re-commissioning existing building systems to achieve optimum energy efficiency.
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  Develop and implement plan for re-commissioning, maintenance and calibration of pneumatic control systems.
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  Develop and implement documentation standards for hardware and cabling.

Programming

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  Design, code, test, and de-bug device-level, microprocessor-based digital controllers
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  Design, code, test, and de-bug network supervisory controllers
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  Design, code, test, and de-bug workstation-level Human-Machine Interfaces (HMI)
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  Design, code, test, and de-bug Graphical User Interfaces (GUI)
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  Design, code, test, and de-bug Internet Interfaces
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  Design, code, test, and de-bug supervisory-level energy conservation strategies
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  Energy management system I/O database development and maintenance
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  Energy management system trend database development and maintenance
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  Develop and implement documentation standards for software
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  Maintain code, code archives, code documentation and backups

Network Support

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  Large-scale control network optimization
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  Install and maintain network components in the organization-wide network
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  Maintain network availability, performance and security
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  Work with campus and district technicians, specialists and analysts to implement and maintain needed connectivity
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  Resolve network connectivity problems

Systems Integration

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  Integrating Building Automation controls networks to HMI workstations via LRCCD WAN.
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  Integrating Energy Management Systems networks to HMI workstations via LRCCD WAN
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  Integrating Fire Alarm networks to HMI workstations via LRCCD WAN.
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  Integrating Intrusion Alarm networks to HMI workstations via LRCCD WAN.
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  Integrating Card Access networks to HMI workstations via LRCCD WAN.

Project Management

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  Project Manager for Facilities projects by contractors to expand Campus Facility Automation System.
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  Define scope of work and specifications, design and produce working drawings, develop budgets, and schedules.
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  Review all hardware designs and submittals, and software programming to determine compliance with specifications.
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  Primary contact for consultants during project design and primary contact for contractors during project execution.
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  Inspect project during installation and act as Commissioning Agent at project completion.

QUALIFICATIONS

EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION

An Associate degree in computer science or equivalent (or completion of a certificate program equivalent to an Associate degree in computer science) AND two years in class of IT Assistant II with increasingly more responsible activities; OR An Associate degree in computer science or equivalent (or completion of a certificate program equivalent to an Associate degree in computer science) AND five years experience directly related to job duties; OR Combination of training and/or experience totaling eight years that is likely to have provided the required level of knowledge and abilities.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENT

Must possess and maintain a valid California Drivers license. Willingness to monitor projects on other than regular working hours. Pass pre-employment physical and Department of Justice fingerprint/ background investigation.

KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES

• Thorough knowledge of hardware, software, system architecture, network topology, operating systems, programming, telecommunications equipment and protocols of large-scale, multi-campus building automation systems.
• Energy Management System I/O database structure
• Energy Management System trend database structure
• Human-Machine Interfaces (HMI) for building automation systems
• Graphical User Interfaces (GUI) for building automation systems
• Internet Interfaces for building automation systems
• Line Programming, Block Programming and Relay Ladder Logic
• Internal structure and function of Windows 98, Windows 2000, Windows NT 4.0 server and Windows NT 4.0 workstation operating systems
• LonWorks, BACnet, Internet enabled systems, and other emerging control system protocols and technologies.
• Networking topology, protocols and routing including OSI seven-layer model
• Third party HMI's (CADgraphics, WonderWare , Intellution, etc.)
• Trend Database structure and trend data analysis techniques
• PC based instrumentation and data logging devices
• Application and specification of stand-alone instrumentation, sensors and transmitters
• Project management software (Microsoft Project)
• Effective leadership and project management practices and procedures
• Industry standards for documentation of hardware and cabling
• HVAC mechanical systems and equipment
• HVAC DDC controls systems
• Pneumatic Controls Systems
• Uniform Building Code    
• Uniform Mechanical Code
• National Electric Code
• Energy conservation strategies for HVAC mechanical equipment
• Watt Hour meters and energy demand limiting strategies
• Commissioning procedures for HVAC mechanical equipment
• Fire Alarm Systems (Simplex, Ademco, etc.)
• Intrusion Alarm Systems (ADT, Silent Knight, etc.)
• Card Access Systems (Locknetics)
• Lighting Control Systems.
• CAD/reprographics (AutoCAD)
• Building energy audits
• Policies and procedures for execution of controls contracts
• Knowledge of major DDC systems on the market.
• Must be able to develop and diagnose control drawings and software.
• Must be able to read and interpret HVAC drawings, control schematics, blueprints, and other construction documents and specifications.
• Must be competent with standard office software such as Word and Excel.
• Must be able to perform emergency, planned and preventative maintenance on all control related equipment.
• Must be able to assume work duties normally completed by control contractors including but not limited to repair, replacement and emergency service of control devices. Control devices include but are not limited to Operator Work Stations, Interface Cards, Controllers, Actuators, Temperature Sensors, Pressure Sensors, and Network Interface Devices. .
• Must be able to perform corrective measures to resolve urgent building operational issues.
• Must be competent with tools and instruments used for installing and trouble shooting controls systems such as multimeters, amp meters, etc.
• Must be able to provide training to other maintenance personnel for the proper ongoing scheduling, operation and continuous improvement of District automation systems.
• Must be self reliant and able take on diverse responsibilities to ensure quality work.
• Must be able to master specialty software specific to Honeywell or other vendors used by the District.
• Must have excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to address contentious technical issues in an expedient and professional manner.
• Must be able to clearly communicate requirements of control systems.
• Must have ability to professionally prepare required written documents such as letters, requests for proposals and other job related matters.
• Written and oral communications must be at a level to insure successful job performance. Must interact with diverse constituency having varying levels of technical and practical expertise.
• Must have ability to prioritize in scheduling of competing job requirements.
• Must be able to work with planners, maintenance personnel, consultants, contractors, and inspectors on multiple projects.

Physical and Environmental Factors: Ability to move about freely at construction sites; climb ladders; maneuver through tight and cramped spaces (i.e. trenches, crawl spaces, electrical and mechanical vaults, etc.). Exposure to safety hazards routinely associated with construction sites and maintenance spaces.