HVAC/Building Automation Specialist (Information Technologist II)

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HVAC/Building Automation Specialist (Information Technologist II)

Description

CAREER DESCRIPTION

HVAC/BUILDING AUTOMATION SPECIALIST

(INFORMATION TECHNOLOGIST II)

SALARY INFORMATION

In addition to performance-based merit increases, this position is scheduled to receive salary range increases on the following dates:

Effective June 27, 2025 - 4.00% increase

Salary may be negotiable within the range listed above, based on position requirements and successful candidate's qualifications, subject to appropriate authorization.

OPEN TO THE PUBLIC

This recruitment is being held to establish an open eligible list to fillcurrent andfuture HVAC/Building Automation Specialist (Information Technologist II) vacancies within OC Public Works. This recruitment may be used to fill similar and/or lower-level classifications within the occupational series throughout the County of Orange.

DEADLINE TO APPLY

Online applications will be accepted through Wednesday, July 9, 2025, at 11:59 PM (PT) . Qualified candidates are encouraged to apply immediately.

OC PUBLIC WORKS
OC Public Works provides services on a regional basis to unincorporated areas, to cities, and to other County agencies and departments. The primary mission of the department is to protect and enrich the community through efficient delivery and maintenance of public works infrastructure, planning, and development services. OC Public Works core values are integrity, accountability, service, and trust.

OC FACILITIES MAINTENANCE
The OC Facilities Maintenance Service Area ensures efficient and innovative operations of County facilities through maintenance management services. OC Facilities Maintenance employs over 100 full-time employees with an annual operating budget of $5 million. The Service Area is led by a Deputy Director who oversees facilities managers and skilled craft and maintenance personnel, including supervisors, leads, and administrative support positions.

For more information on OC Public Works click here .
For more information on the County of Orange click here .

THE OPPORTUNITY
OC Public Works, Facilities Maintenance, is seeking an experienced HVAC/Building Automation Specialist (Information Technologist II) with an extensive HVAC background to provide day-to-day operational support to the Environmental Control Systems (ECS) unit. Incumbents in this position also support architecture and engineering project managers on various facility and capital improvement projects. This position represents an exciting opportunity to ensure that County of Orange facilities are safe, secure, and habitable.

The HVAC/Building Automation Specialist (Information Technologist II) job duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Configure, manage, maintain, and troubleshoot various building automation and lighting control systems
• Provide first-level diagnostics for "hot/cold" calls to ensure the comfort of building occupants and employees
• Respond to lighting issues related to building automation
• Process and schedule work orders
• Program various graphics packages
• Perform trend analysis and ensure the continuous monitoring of environmental and building control systems

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS AND CORE COMPETENCIES
A minimum of two (2) years of work experience in commercial HVAC systems repair or maintenance is highly desirable. And a minimum of two (2) yearsof professional Information Technology experience or training, or a combination of experience and training with a focus on building controls, building automation, and lighting controls is preferred.

Certifications and at least one (1) year of experience in one or more of the following specialties are preferred:

• Niagara N4 Certified
• Distech Certified
• Siemens Insight/Desigo Certified
• Acuity Lighting controls experience

In addition, the ideal candidate will demonstrate strong knowledge and expertise in the following core competencies:

Technical Expertise

• Knowledge of HVAC systems and components
• Practical understanding of BACNET/LonWorks networking and controller management
• Strong understanding of networking fundamentals, including IP addressing, subnetting, routing, and firewall port assignments
• Knowledge of control system architecture and ability to make design recommendation for new projects
• Experience creating and editing graphics in various control systems

Effective Communication & Collaboration

• Present information in a clear, logical, and concise manner, both orally and in writing
• Interact with end users, employees, contractors, supervisors, managers, and other stakeholders at various levels of technical understanding
• Collaborate with maintenance personnel, engineers, project managers, inspection teams, and other parties involved in building and facility projects
• Ability to handle conflict in a professional and diplomatic manner

Analytical & Organizational Skills

• Analyze data, draw conclusions, organize and conduct research to make appropriate recommendations to accomplish business objectives
• Ability to remain calm under tight deadlines
• Prioritize job duties and tasks

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Click here to view the complete classification description for Information Technologist II, with examples of duties, physical and mental requirements, and environmental conditions.

Note: Foreign degrees require an evaluation of U.S. equivalency by an agency that is a member of the National Association of Credential Services (N.A.C.E.S.) .

Special Requirements
This position requires possession of a valid California Driver License, Class C or higher.

THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS
Human Resource Services screens all application materials for minimum qualifications. After screening, candidates who meet the minimum qualifications will be referred to the next step in the recruitment process. All candidates will be notified via email of their status in the process.

Structured Oral Interview | SOI (Weighted 100%)Candidates will be interviewed and rated by a qualification appraisal panel of job knowledge experts. Each candidate's rating will be based on responses to a series of questions designed to elicit the candidate's qualifications for the job. Only the most successful candidates will be placed on to the eligible list.

Based on the Department's needs, the selection procedures listed above may be modified. All candidates will be notified of any changes in the selection procedures.

Eligible List
Once the assessments have been completed, HRS will establish an eligible list of candidates. Candidates placed on the eligible list may be referred to a selection interview to be considered for present and future vacancies.
Veterans Employment Preference
The County is committed to providing a mechanism to give preferential consideration in the employment process to veterans and their eligible spouses and will provide eligible participants the opportunity to receive interviews in the selection process for employment and paid internship openings. Please click here to review the policy.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

EMAIL NOTIFICATION


Email is the primary form of notification during the recruitment process. Please ensure your correct email address is included in our application and use only one email account.

NOTE: User accounts are established for one person only and should not be shared with another person. Multiple applications with multiple users may jeopardize your status in the recruitment process for any positions for which you apply.

Candidates will be notified regarding their status as the recruitment proceeds via email through the GovernmentJobs.com site. Please check your email folders, including spam/junk folders, and/or accept emails ending with "governmentjobs.com" and "ocgov.com." If your email address should change, please update your profile at www.governmentjobs.com .

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Click here for additional Frequently Asked Questions.

For specific information pertaining to this recruitment, please contact Cherry Ward at (714) 667-9609 or cherry.ward@ocpw.ocgov.com .

EEO INFORMATION

EEO INFORMATION

Orange County, as an equal employment opportunity employer,

encourages applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply.

Non-Management Benefits
In addition to the County's standard suite of benefits, such as a variety of health plan options, annual leave and paid holidays--we also offer an excellent array of benefits such as a Health Care Reimbursement Account, 457 Defined Contribution Plan and Annual Education and Professional Reimbursement. Employees are provided a Retirement Plan through the Orange County Employees Retirement System (OCERS).

Please go to the following link to find out more about Defined Benefit Pensions and OCERS Plan Types/Benefits.
http://www.ocers.org/active-member-information

Click here for information about benefits offered to County of Orange employees.

Closing Date/Time: 7/9/2025 11:59 PM Pacific

Salary:

$88,108.80 - $118,393.60 Annually