Building Controls Technician

Title: Mechanic 2 BSAC (Building Controls Technician)
Job code: 6032
Employee Group: T2-Teamster Local 320
Full/Part Time (FTE): 100% FTE
Regular/Temporary: Regular

Bargaining unit consideration begins on 4/1/2026 and ends on 4/8/2026

About the Job:
The primary purpose of this position is to complete repair work for building control systems, air handling units, heating and cooling controls, water treatment systems, laboratory controls, and other campus systems. This position will take direction from the lead worker for the BSAC Shop, and will assist with dispatch calls, routine work, and preventive maintenance.

Location and Work environment:
This is an in-person position that will work full time on campus. This position is a combination of office work and work in electrical or mechanical spaces. Applicants must have the ability to climb ladders, work in hot environments, and enter crawl spaces.

Work Schedule:
Monday through Friday with a normal shift time of 7am-3:30pm.

Primary Responsibilities:

Building Maintenance and Repair Work-50%

• * The primary responsibility for the Mechanic 2 BSAC is to perform maintenance and repair work for building control systems and related equipment.
• * Respond to trouble calls, usually at the direction of the Lead or Supervisor.
• * Perform repairs of building control systems, heating and cooling systems, and water treatment systems.
• * Repair and replace components of air handlers and dampers.
• * Inspect and replace building controls components. Work with Planner to order parts and maintain proper inventory.
• * Repair and replace all types of heating and cooling system components.
• * Troubleshoot and repair pneumatic devices.
• * Monitor, maintain, and repair laboratory controls and water treatment systems.

Building Controls Systems-40%

• * Monitor campus building controls alarms and respond as directed.
• * Perform programming and scheduling activities for computer control systems.
• * Use computer control systems to troubleshoot and respond to campus issues.

Preventive Maintenance-10%

• * Perform preventive maintenance as assigned by the Lead, Planner, or Supervisor.
• * Assist other maintenance trades with preventive work.

Visa Language: Please note, this position is not eligible for H-1B or Green Card sponsorship. This position does not offer a STEM OPT training program.

Required Qualifications:

• Technical education/training in Mechanical maintenance totaling two years.
• Three years of applicable work experience. Additional work experience may substitute for education.
• Ability to follow written and oral instructions.
• Must have a valid driver's license.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with Johnson Controls or Siemens building control systems.
• Background in pneumatic controls.

UMD Facilities Management supports the University of Minnesota Duluth by sustaining the campus environment and collaborating with our academic, research, and community partners. This position will support that mission by ensuring electrical systems on campus provide a safe and comfortable environment for our student population.

Pay Range: $70,990.40 per year; depending on education/qualifications/experience

Time Appointment: 100% Appointment

Position Type: Civil-Service & Non-Faculty Labor Represented Staff

Please visit the Office of Human Resources website for more information regarding benefit eligibility.

The University offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• The University offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes:
• Competitive wages, paid holidays, and generous time off
• Continuous learning opportunities through professional training and degree-seeking programs supported by the Regents Tuition Benefit Program
• Low-cost medical, dental, and pharmacy plans
• Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts
• University HSA contributions
• Disability and employer-paid life insurance
• Employee wellbeing program
• Excellent retirement plans with employer contribution
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) opportunity
• Financial counseling services
• Employee Assistance Program with eight sessions of counseling at no cost

Applications must be submitted online. To be considered for this position, please click the Apply button and follow the instructions. You will have the opportunity to complete an online application for the position and attach a resume.

Additional documents may be attached after application by accessing your "My Job Applications" page and uploading documents in the "My Cover Letters and Attachments" section.

Required application materials: Resume

To request an accommodation during the application process, please e-mail employ@umn.edu or call (612) 624-8647.

The University recognizes and values the importance of diversity and inclusion in enriching the employment experience of its employees and in supporting the academic mission. The University is committed to attracting and retaining employees with varying identities and backgrounds.

The University of Minnesota provides equal access to and opportunity in its programs, facilities, and employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, age, marital status, disability, public assistance status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression. To learn more about diversity at the U: http://diversity.umn.edu

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University of Minnesota, Duluth (UMD)

The University of Minnesota, Duluth (UMD) consistently ranks among the top Midwestern, regional universities in U.S. News and World Report's "America's Best Colleges" issue.

Overlooking Lake Superior, UMD provides an alternative to both large research and small liberal arts environments and attracts students looking for a personalized learning experience on a medium-sized campus of a major university. A firm liberal arts foundation anchors a variety of traditional degree programs, as well as professional and graduate students that draw on UMD's many research institutes and labs.

At the University of Minnesota, we are proud to be recognized by the Star Tribune as a Top Workplace for 2021, as well as by Forbes as Best Employers for Women and one of America's Best Employers (2015, 2018, 2019, 2023), Best Employer for Diversity (2019, 2020), Best Employer for New Grads (2018, 2019), and Best Employer by State (2019, 2022).