Automation Systems Technician

Automation Systems Technician

Company: Des Moines Area Community College

Job Location:

Category: Maintenance and Trades

Type: Full-Time

Quick Link for Postings: https://jobs.dmacc.edu/postings/14594

Starting Salary: $67,047 – $72,963

Work Schedule: Monday-Friday, day hours.

Deadline for Submitting Applications: 05/03/2026

Job Summary

Manage, repair, and install the college building automation system components controlling heating, ventilation, air conditioning (HVAC), fire, tornado, security and energy conservation equipment district wide.

Essential Functions

• Maintain, repair and replace system components. Analyze daily performance of the HVAC equipment to conserve energy and optimize temperature control. Detect and troubleshoot malfunctions and make or initiate required repairs. Provide emergency repairs 24/7.
• Design, purchase and install control systems for new construction and upgrades to existing buildings district wide.
• Write software in Siemens proprietary language to accomplish new or enhanced control of equipment.
• Maintain and troubleshoot network communication, servers, computers and fiber optics district wide.
• Provide training for mechanical/electrical technicians and building and grounds supervisors.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• One year postsecondary education in HVAC (additional related work experience may be substituted for the postsecondary education. Six months of work experience is equivalent to fifteen semester credits).
• Four years experience operating a microprocessor based building automation system.
• Proficient in current software applications including AutoCAD and Windows Administrators software.
• Strong communication skills.
• Ability to plan, organize and manage time.
• Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain a professional working relationship with a wide variety of individuals coming from varied backgrounds.

Desired Qualifications

• Knowledge of electric and pneumatic controls, automation control schemes for HVAC equipment, microprocessors and microprocessor code writing.
• Experience with and extensive knowledge of Siemens Apogee/Desigo, and Designer software.
• Knowledge in current server system, domain LAN administration, and workstation PC’s.
• Ability to provide effective training to Mechanical/Electrical Technicians in a classroom setting on the Automation System controls and HVAC systems.

Special Instructions to Applicants

DMACC is an Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity employer.

THIS VACANCY REQUIRES: 1) A complete DMACC Employment Application in English (personal information, educational history, employment history, and supplemental questions). Incomplete applications and commenting “See Resume” will not be accepted. The application form will be used to screen applicants for required qualifications and for salary placement of finalist(s). Please include all relevant work experience. 2) Attachment of transcripts to your electronic application (if required). Transcripts must include the applicant’s name and degrees conferred. Scanned copies are acceptable.

Must be legally eligible to work in the United States without employer sponsorship.

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