Lead Control Systems Specialist

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Boulder County
Boulder County, COLORADO, United States
72360 - 88284 USD / Year
  • Automotive
  • FullTime
  • PartTime
  • Seasonal
  • Weekdays
  • Applications have closed

Description Boulder County Public Works Department is seeking to hire a Lead Control Systems Specialist. Control Systems Specialist, Lead is the lead/specialist level classification in the Control Systems series. The Control Systems Specialist, Lead performs a variety of skilled and specialized electrical duties including programming of HVAC, Card Access and Fire Alarm systems controls and the installation, repair and maintenance of control system components in a commercial environment.This is a full-time, benefited position that will work Monday – Friday 6:00am – 2:30pm. This position will work out of 2525 13th Street Boulder, Colorado. Under Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) guidelines, this position is non-exempt (eligible for overtime).Boulder County requires its employees to reside in the state of Colorado as of the first day of work.Hiring Salary Range: $72,360.00 – $88,284.00 AnnuallyTentative Hiring Timeline:

  • First Round Interviews: October 9th and 10th
  • Reference Check: Week of October 13th

New employees receive an of vacation at the time of hire, in addition to 8 hours of both vacation and medical leave accruals each month (Must not have been employed at Boulder County during the 12 months prior to re-hire date to qualify). Boulder County offers including pension contributions.Boulder County employees may qualify for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF). Visit for more information.Examples of Duties

  • Functions as systems leader in the installation, repair, maintenance, and programming of control systems
  • Performs, oversees design, and layout of new and retrofit DDC systems.
  • Estimates and tracks project costs
  • Directs the work of lower level employees working on an assigned crew
  • Provides leadership, training, coaching, and directs, monitors and reviews work of assigned staff
  • Provides input to supervisor about performance of staff
  • Installs electrical and electronic equipment including conduit, wire, cabling, motor controls, DDC controllers, door controls, and main processors
  • Installs electronic sensors for pressure, temperature, humidity, airflow and water flow related to control equipment
  • Troubleshoots and repairs electronic controls and electrical equipment
  • Tests, adjusts and balances HVAC mechanical equipment
  • Performs device validation and system commissioning
  • Installs fire, audio, and panic systems
  • Performs related work, as required
  • May be reassigned in emergency situations

Required Qualifications PLEASE NOTE: When completing your application describe all relevant education and experience, as applications are assessed based on the required qualifications listed. Resumes and other attachments are not accepted in lieu of completed applications and will not be reviewed in the initial screening process. Any personally identifiable information (PII) such as name and address will be redacted from applications that meet the minimum screening requirements and are forwarded to the hiring manager. If the hiring manager selects you to advance in the hiring process, your attachments will then be shared with the hiring team.EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE: Boulder County is looking for well qualified candidates to fill our positions. Any combination of relevant education and experience is encouraged. In this position, we are looking for a minimum of a high school diploma or equivalent and 4 years of related experience, including 2 years of design, system programming, fire alarm, and card access experience, and at least 2 years of lead or supervisory capacity.Additional related education may count towards required experience.DRIVER’S LICENSE:

  • Applicants must have a valid driver’s license and a clean driving record
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BACKGROUND CHECK & FINGERPRINTING:

  • A job offer is contingent on passing a background investigation with fingerprinting

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

  • Applicants must pass a pre-employment physical

Supplemental Information PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Journey Electrician license preferred

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES:

  • Thorough knowledge of the principles of Direct Digital Control systems operations, capabilities, limitations and uses
  • Thorough knowledge of the practices and techniques of repair, maintenance, and installation of electronic control equipment
  • Thorough knowledge of HVAC, fire, and Card access systems
  • Working knowledge of computer hardware and software
  • Ability to read and interpret control schematics and diagrams
  • Ability to use electrical meters and other precision measuring equipment related to electronic equipment
  • Ability to interface Direct Digital Controls with equipment and electrical system
  • Ability to maintain accurate records
  • Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing
  • Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, agencies and the public such as vendors and contractors

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Back and Upper Body (lifting)

  • Constantly lift with one or two hands tools and parts weighing 1-30 lbs. from floor to waist. This lift and those below are done with one or two hands
  • Frequently lift tools and parts weighing 30-80 lbs. from floor to shoulder
  • Occasionally lift parts weighing 60-80 lbs., and over from floor to shoulder, with co-workers
  • Occasionally push and pull average 100 lb. force using various jacks and supporting devices

Hands and Arms

  • Must have strength and dexterity in both arms and both hands for constant use of all tools, including hammers, wrenches, and power tools of all sizes for long periods of time each day
  • Frequently spend time with arms overhead while lying under equipment, or arms extended with body leaning on equipment, or kneeling to the area being repaired (example of this would be taking brake shoes off using a 12 lb. impact or socket wrench)
  • Occasionally disassemble and assemble various auto parts on work surfaces 35 inches high or at ground level

Body Movement

  • Constantly stand, kneel, or lie on concrete floor
  • Must work in unusual positions, depending on the job being done
  • Frequently climb on and under equipment while carrying tools and parts weighing 1-30 lbs.
  • Occasionally work out of shop on equipment broken down at job site or on roads in inclement weather

Boulder County is a workplace dedicated to supporting individuals and families of all types and to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and respectful environment for all employees. We prohibit unlawful discrimination against applicants and employees on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, socio-economic status, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.As well as offering competitive pay and a caring work environment, Boulder County offers employees an array of benefits. For all FTE and Term employees, we provide:

  • Outstanding options of comprehensive health plans that include vision and dental coverage. Information can be found

  • Additional Benefits can be found

  • Including:

  • Family-forming benefits- infertility treatment, adoption and surrogacy reimbursements

  • 12 weeks Paid Caregiver leave

  • Breast feeding friendly-work environment

  • Sick child care, an infants-at-work policy

  • Access to LifeMart discount hub, including discounts on childcare centers, event tickets, travel and more!

  • Access to a nationally-recognized wellness program

  • Employee Assistance Program

  • PERA 401k

  • Social Security retirement plans

  • Additional Life and Disability Insurance

  • Critical Illness and Accidental Insurance

  • County-paid tuition assistance

  • Eligible for PSLF-

  • Free EcoPass

  • Hospital Indemnity

  • ID Theft Protection

  • Pet Insurance

  • 8 Hours of Paid Public Service Leave

  • Generous paid time off

  • Holidays

  • New Year’s Day January 1

  • Martin Luther King’s Birthday January

  • Presidents’ Day February

  • Memorial Day May

  • Juneteenth June 19

  • Independence Day July 4

  • Labor Day September

  • Indigenous People’s Day

  • General Election Day November (first Tuesday after the first Monday, even years)

  • Veterans’ Day November 11

  • Thanksgiving Day November

  • Friday after Thanksgiving*

  • Christmas Eve- ½ day (full day off depends on day of the week)

  • Christmas Day December 25

  • New Year’s Eve- ½ day (full day off depends on day of the week)

  • Vacation**

  • 80-hour bank of vacation at the time of hire

  • Eight hours of vacation per month for the first year of continuous service, then accrue twelve hours of vacation per month after the first year of continuous service.

  • Medical**

  • Eight hours of medical leave for each month employed.

  • PERA- The County and all employees pay into both Social Security and PERA

  • Employer contribution to Social Security: 7.65% of salary

  • Employer contribution to PERA (Local Government Division- most county employees: 14.76%

*The District Attorney’s Office observe Francis Xavier Cabrini Day on the first Monday in October and omit the Friday after Thanksgiving
**Vacation and Medical leave are based off of full time FTE accruals. Part-time FTE/term employees accrue leave based on the percentage of time they work.

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