DoW SkillBridge Fellowship - Controls Specialist II

Location: Pensacola, FL, United States Department: DoD Skillbridge

**TRANSITIONING SERVICE MEMBERS ONLY AS PART OF THE DOW SKILLBRIDGE PROGRAM**

To offer eligible Service Members currently approved to participate in the DoW SkillBridge program the opportunity to gain first-hand experience and insight into Navy Federal’s business, technology, resources, and procedures by providing support in focused areas, applying knowledge and education. Participate in a collaborative, team driven network, and interact with multiple departments. Utilize and further develop technical and soft skills, business knowledge, analytical techniques, and creative problem-solving abilities. Provide professional execution of day-to-day tasks and special projects while working within established standards, policies, and procedures.

Compile and analyze operational data for efficiency studies, energy usage and assist in the implementation of system strategies to maximize Building Automation Systems (BAS) performance, effectiveness and cost savings

Perform programming and system configuration changes and environmental system control adjustments through the use of multiple computer based software applications

Collaborate with leadership in the operation, maintenance scheduling, repair, and installation of the specialized mechanical and electrical control/monitoring systems

Initiate resolution of routine emergency and non-emergency issues affecting operations critical to the safe operation of campus facilities; escalate to leadership as necessary

Perform maintenance on equipment with the following Electrical system voltages: 5-48 volt AC/DC, 120, 277-480 volt AC (associated with control panels and Variable Frequency Drive (VFD) maintenance)

Provide recommendations for upgrades/changes to improve system performance

Serve as subject matter expert and provide technical guidance to staff in other associated trades (Electrical Services and Mechanical Services) as needed

Ensure Business Continuity Plan is enforced by maintaining workstations and archiving all system databases for disaster recovery

Collaborate with mechanical contractors to reduce system outage times during construction phases

Act as the assistant project manager and site supervisor for in-house and contracted control system projects; conduct job analysis to determine the scope of each project and any required safety considerations

Complete FM Systems service orders as assigned

Ensure compliance with Navy Federal, local, state and federal regulatory guidelines pertaining to electrical systems through ongoing research and documentation; implement policy and procedure updates resulting from regulatory/policy changes

Troubleshoot and diagnosing system issues or inefficiencies including maintenance needs; refer to operational, maintenance and repair manuals, system schematics, updating each as needed

Participates in the procurement of materials for assigned projects

Oversee inventory of spare parts and instrumentation for system repair and calibration

Perform other related duties as assigned or appropriate

Significant experience in commercial building HVAC and/or Electrical systems operation and maintenance that includes a working knowledge of Building Automation Systems (BAS)

Working knowledge of automated building window shading systems and electronics

Advanced knowledge of local, state and National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) as it pertains to workplace essentials involving equipment/system maintenance and a working knowledge of the National Electric Code (NEC)

Advanced knowledge of the tools, mathematics, codes, materials and safety regulations associated with the electrical trade

Ability to work independently or as a team member

Ability to read, modify and program all required sequences into graphical programming language

Working knowledge of the operation of Central Chiller Plants to include: variable primary, variable secondary, coupled, decoupled, and cooling tower operation

Recognized training or equivalent experience in control theory, psychometrics, end devices, and sensors

Working knowledge of BACnet and TCP/IP networking

Effective skill in the use of personal computers and associated productivity software

Ability to exercise good judgment, make sound, effective decisions, and manage resources effectively

Desired - Minimum of 5 years of experience in HVAC, Control Systems, and/or Electrical maintenance

Desired - Minimum of 2 years of experience programming and maintenance of Trane Tracer and/or Automated Logic systems

Desired - Demonstrated experience in the installation, start-up, maintenance, and programming of BAS systems

Effective skill to read and interpret work schedules and directions, blueprints, diagrams, engineering drawings and manufacturer manuals

Effective interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills

Effective planning, analysis, and organizational skills

Desired - Vocational Training Certificate in a related field or an Associate in Applied Science degree in a related field

Salary:

$31.06-$38.85 hourly (Potential salary if hired by Navy Federal as a full-time employee: SkillBridge participants are not eligible for compensation from Navy Federal, as they continue to receive military compensation and benefits as active-duty service members.)