"Temperature Controls Technician III"

Posting Summary

Job Title
Temperature Controls Technician III

Division
Division of Finance & Administration

Department
Facilities Management Department

Work Status
Full Time

Position Category
Staff

FLSA
Non-Exempt

Pay Range
15

Salary Range
$102,000 / year

Fund Source
State Support

Job Summary

Under minimal supervision, installs, services, repairs, inspects, tests, and balances industrial and commercial heating, cooling, ventilation systems, and building automation systems. Responsibilities include designing, writing, and interpreting computer programs related to temperature controls using various computer languages. May lead and train lower-level technicians.

Job Duties

• Diagnoses, maintains, and performs service and repairs to building automation systems, tests various functions of a building automation system using a laptop workstation and front-end type computers.
• Reads, writes, and interprets computer programming code pertaining to building automation and temperature control systems. Performs initial and corrective programming of temperature control systems to meet user needs using various programming languages.
• Understands and interprets wiring, wiring terminations in various field panels, data gathering panels, remote processing equipment,and computer equipment.
• Reads, writes, and interprets various types of computer languages pertaining to building automation and temperature control systems.
• Designs, reviews, and interprets various types of mechanical, electrical, and control drawings, studies, and interprets system blueprints, specifications, and performance data to determine configuration and purpose of system components, such as electronic and pneumatic controls, motors, pumps, fans, switches, ducts, or pipes.

The intent of this list of primary duties is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities of this job. Incumbents perform other related duties assigned. Specific duties and responsibilities may vary based upon departmental needs.

Requested Minimum Qualifications

Education:
High School Diploma or GED

Experience: Eight years of progressively responsible experience in the temperature controls trade.

Conditions of Employment:
Candidates selected for employment may be subject to medical inquiries and/or medical examinations to determine their ability to perform the job. A valid Maryland Non-commercial Class C or equivalent driver’s license may be required.

Other Preferences for Consideration

Except for qualifications established by law, additional related experience and formal education in which one has gained the knowledge, skills, and abilities required for full performance of the work of the job class may be substituted for the education or experience requirement on a year-for-year basis, with 30 college credits being equivalent to one year of experience.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

General knowledge of the principles of temperature control systems; of the practices and techniques used in the installation, repair, and maintenance of temperature control systems. Working knowledge of OSHA regulations related to the temperature controls trade; of basic mathematics, including area, volume, and weights, and the practical application of fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions. Skill in the use and maintenance of the tools and equipment of the trade; in welding, brazing, soldering, and silfoss; skill in repairing and servicing temperature control systems. Ability to read and interpret blueprints, schematics, drawings, and specifications; to read and understand manufacturer’s manuals and recommendations regarding scheduled and preventive maintenance, servicing, and system operation; to read, write, and interpret programming code in a variety of languages; to prepare reports and summaries; communicate effectively both orally and in writing; to provide guidance and training to others; to work in, on, around, over, and under fixed equipment and machinery; to work at heights up to 35 feet; to manipulate heavy equipment, tools, and supplies and/or exert force up to 50 lbs.; to concurrently manipulate multiple controls on machinery or equipment; to work in hazardous or irritating environments, confined spaces, and adverse weather or temperature conditions; to wear and work in personal protective equipment.

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number
ST01536

Number of Vacancies
1

Job Open Date
12/17/2025

Job Close Date
01/17/2026

Special Instructions to Applicant

Please enter two professional references on the References page of the application.