T219768 - University of Alabama at Birmingham

The primary accountabilities below are intended to describe the general content of and requirements of this position and are not intended to be an exhaustive statement of duties.

Are you ready to join a growing team? Hospital Maintenance is seeking an Instrument and Control Technician to join our dynamic team. In this role, you will be responsible for maintaining, repairing, and installing HVAC, chiller, and boiler control systems. You will work with various control systems, including pneumatic, electrical, electronic, and digital systems, ensuring everything operates efficiently and meets standards. You will play a key role in maintaining systems that directly impact patient care and hospital operations.

As a UAB employee, we care about you and support you in furthering your talents, education, and skills. We offer competitive and comprehensive benefit packages designed to support the diverse needs of all of our employees. There packages include:

• Flexible schedule options to support work/life balance
• Generous paid time off
• 4 weeks of paid parental leave
• 4 weeks of paid living donor leave
• Educational Assistance Program with 100% tuition assistance atUAB with no work contract
• Qualifying employer forPublic Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program*
• Competitive pay
• Industry-leading medical, dental, and vision plans
• 403(b) retirement program with employer match
• Training and development programs
• Robust Employee Wellness programs
• Employee Assistance and Counseling Center
• UAB Campus Recreation Center
• Onsite child care center
• Employee perks and discountsat local businesses

Key Responsibilities:

Instrumentation & Control:

• Evaluate, selects, and applies instrumentation and control techniques.
• Devises new solutions to technical challenges.
• Prepares and modifies technical drawings, specifications, and calculations.
• Monitors work to ensure compliance with codes, engineering practices, and UAB standards.

Maintenance & Repair:

• Performs routine and preventive maintenance on HVAC, chiller, and boiler control systems, including pneumatic, electrical, electronic, and direct digital controls.
• Maintains, repairs, and modifies light and heavy-duty heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and refrigeration equipment for existing and renovated facilities.
• Conducts tests, calibrations, evaluations, and repairs on various control systems.

Technical Collaboration:

• Works closely with architects, engineers, energy managers, and building occupants to address requests related to testing, evaluating, calibrating, and documenting mechanical and electrical controls.
• Provides technical direction and consultation to internal staff, including HVAC Mechanics, Electricians, and Central Plant Mechanics.
• Leads technical projects and assumes responsibility for project outcomes.

Project Management:

• Produces progress reports and manages project schedules.
• Plans, conducts, and coordinates technical work and projects.
• Assists in the selection of personnel for specific projects.

Documentation & Compliance:

• Analyzes reports, maps, drawings, and tests to plan and execute work.
• Reviews construction documents to ensure adherence to UAB standards.
• Monitors bid analyses and provides recommendations.

Continuous Improvement:

• Stays updated on technological advancements in the field.
• Recommends improvements to enhance system performance and efficiency.
• Attends departmental and safety meetings to stay informed and compliant with safety protocols.

Work Schedule:Incumbent must have flexibility due to on-call requirements.Position is designated as essential personnel. Essential personnel are required to work during emergency situations, such as inclement weather, regardless of the Universityrsquo;s closure.Employees should be prepared to travel to work during inclement weather, emphasizing the importance of their role in critical situations.

Pay Range:%2425.25 - %2435.50(Startingrates are based on our Compensation Guidelines, taking into consideration total relevant, verifiable experience (UAB/UAB Medicine and outside experience), grade minimum, internal equity, and pay ranges).