<p>APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:</p> <ul> <li> <p>CURRENT PENN STATE EMPLOYEE (faculty, staff, technical service, or student), please login to Workday to complete the internal application process. Please do not apply here, apply internally through Workday.</p> </li><li> <p>CURRENT PENN STATE STUDENT (not employed previously at the university) and seeking employment with Penn State, please login to Workday to complete the student application process. Please do not apply here, apply internally through Workday.</p> </li><li> <p>If you are NOT a current employee or student, please click "Apply" and complete the application process for external applicants.</p> </li></ul> <p>JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS</p> <p>Penn State is searching for a full time Electronics/Network Technician, Building Automation - Grade 2 to join the team. Duties include:</p> <ul> <li>Field layout the utility/fiber optic lan network </li><li>Gather information from site maps, utility manhole locations and utility tunnels </li><li>Locate telecommunications trunks in buildings </li><li>Determine route to pull fiber-optic cable and type of equipment needed </li><li>Gather information for completion of as-built documentation </li><li>Install, maintain and analyze utility/fiber optic lan network </li><li>Perform all required safety checks </li><li>Install, set up and maintain wireless systems, directional antennas, canopy systems and arrays </li><li>Ensure that best communications over systems network is established </li><li>Direct other trades in removal of trees and or limbs impeding the function of the network </li><li>Direct other trades in proper location to attach mounting equipment </li><li>Trace out and analyze computer automation systems </li><li>Gather field panel information and device location to include lon device locations, point database management programs, ip addresses and bacnet information to develop, modify, update or replace a complete working automation system </li><li>Direct and assist contractors and higher and lower grade technicians to modify retro fittings of older automation systems </li><li>Notify system analyst and design teams of changes to database and as-built information </li><li>Set-up, calibrate, repair and install computer automation systems and sub-systems, including digital, analog, hybrid and fiber optic. Interrogate systems for data connected to computer automation systems </li><li>Send and enter manual commands to computer automation systems to test and analyze system programming </li><li>Install, maintain and modify programs and point databases of multiple computer automation systems </li><li>Service and install building automation controls with various types of computer systems and sub-systems, consisting of core computers, hard drives and memories </li><li>Evaluate building automation control systems; modify or update and replace new systems as required </li><li>Perform the calibration, adjustment, repair and installation of various types of digital and analog sensors, alarm systems and sub-systems, such as temperature, pressure, including vacuum, humidity, flow ionization, position types and all associated wired data transmission sub-systems and components such as encoders, multiplexers and wiring </li><li>Install interconnections of sensors and alarm systems and data collection equipment control sub-systems, including electric, electronic and pneumatic types </li><li>Work with metal and plastic pneumatic tubing, as required </li><li>Operate, repair, and calibrate test equipment and simulators necessary for the maintenance of computer systems, peripheral equipment, sensors, alarms and data collection equipment </li><li>Read and interpret electric, electronic and pneumatic, schematic and wiring diagrams of computer automation systems, related peripheral and test equipment and maintain logs and records of data as necessary </li><li>Monitor building environmental parameters for deviation from predetermined values </li><li>Respond according to established procedures to routine and priority alarms </li><li>Maintain logs of and records related to equipment, data and systems </li><li>Use various hand tools and equipment for servicing and construction of needed components, such as fiber optic fusion splicer, optic time domain reflectrometer and fiber scope </li><li>Interpret network error rate. Keep shop areas in a clean and orderly condition; maintain work area in a clean and safe condition </li><li>Notify supervisor when ordering or restocking supplies </li><li>Work with and advise other employees when needed </li><li>Respond to on-duty and off-duty emergency calls and make repairs as necessary </li><li>Follow up as necessary </li><li>Operate university vehicles as required </li></ul> <p>Work Schedule: 7:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.</p> <p>Days Off: Saturday, Sunday</p> <p>QUALIFICATIONS</p> <p>MINIMUM WORK EXPERIENCE</p> <p>3 to 5 years of effective experience</p> <p>REQUIRED CERTIFICATIONS</p> <p>None</p> <p>BACKGROUND CHECKS/CLEARANCES</p> <p>Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies. This position requires that you operate a motor vehicle as a part of your job duties. A valid driver's license and successful completion of a motor vehicle records check will be required in addition to standard background checks.</p> <p>Penn State does not sponsor or take over sponsorship of a staff employment Visa. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S.</p> <p>COLLECTIVE BARGAINING AGREEMENT</p> <p>This position is part of the bargaining unit represented by Teamsters Local Union No. 8. More information can be found here: Collective Bargaining Agreement.</p> <p>SALARY AND BENEFITS</p> <p>For details on starting pay rate and progression, please see the above collective bargaining agreement.</p> <p>Penn State provides a competitive benefits package for full-time employees designed to support both personal and professional well-being. In addition to comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, employees enjoy robust retirement plans and substantial paid time off which includes holidays, vacation and sick time. One of the standout benefits is the generous 75% tuition discount, available to employees as well as eligible spouses and children. For more detailed information, please visit our Benefits Page.</p> <p>CAMPUS SECURITY CRIME STATISTICS</p> <p>Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act and the Pennsylvania Act of 1988, Penn State publishes a combined Annual Security and Annual Fire Safety Report (ASR). The ASR includes crime statistics and institutional policies concerning campus security, such as those concerning alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, the reporting of crimes, sexual assault, and other matters. The ASR is available for review here.</p> <p>EEO IS THE LAW</p> <p>Penn State is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability, please contact 814-865-1473.</p> <p>The Pennsylvania State University is committed to and accountable for advancing equity, respect, and belonging. We embrace individual uniqueness, as well as a culture of belonging that supports equity initiatives, leverages the educational and institutional benefits of inclusion in society, and provides opportunities for engagement intended to help all members of the community thrive. 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