Instrument & Control Tech I or II needed in Provo, Utah.

* Instrumentation and Control Technician*

An Instrument and Control Technician is one of our most valued positions in the Central Heating Plant. Their day is never boring as they work in many areas across campus helping to maintain the safe, efficient, and uninterrupted operation of the Central Heating Plant and auxiliary heating systems through the management of instrumentation and control systems. This includes the installation, maintenance, diagnosing and repair of industrial sensors, controllers, and other automation components.  Additionally, a technician is involved in the developing and modifying of software sequences and graphical user interfaces for the various heating equipment.

*What you'll do in this position: *

• Perform scheduled calibration, testing, and troubleshooting of plant controls, temperature transmitters, pressure transmitters, BTU flow meters, auxiliary plant instruments and equipment.
• Assist in the engineering, layout, installation, programming, calibration, preventive maintenance, troubleshooting and repair of campus BTU flow metering.
• Interrogate control system logic and programming for monitoring and troubleshooting purposes.  Analyze equipment performance.  Modify settings and programming to improve operation and performance.
• Correct and up-date schematics, drawings, and sequence changes made to the operation of auxiliary boilers and heat exchangers and download these updates for archival storage.
• Engineer, install, and rewire controls and flame safeguard systems when upgrades are needed or required to maintain the safe and efficient operation of the auxiliary boilers or heat exchangers.
• Train & mentor students to ensure that skills and abilities are developed in order to perform routine work.
• Assist others in troubleshooting and repair work.
• Be an independent worker, without the need for constant supervision and be able to make decisions alone.
• Have the ability to maintain a good working relationship with all involved personnel, including the treatment of others with respect and kindness. Be able to communicate effectively. Have good organization skills.

What qualifies you for this role:

Required

• A firm commitment to the mission of BYU 
• Two (2) years of Industrial Controls experience or an associate degree in Instrumentation and Controls, Electronic Technology, Electrical Automation, Robotics Technology, Instrument Repair training or other comparable technical training.

Preferred

• Have experience troubleshooting and calibrating controls for hot water boilers, steam boilers, and heat exchangers.
• Five (5) years of Industrial Controls experience and three (3) years of work experience in the Heating Plant Instrumentation group working with High Temperature Hot Water generation and maintenance.

What we offer in return:

This position comes with fantastic benefits, including:

• 401k. BYU automatically contributes 8% at no cost to you. Additionally, if you contribute 5%, BYU adds an additional 4% (Rehires may qualify for different retirement plans)
• Generous vacation and sick time, plus 13 paid holidays
• Employee assistance program, available to the employee and all members of their household
• Tuition benefits for employees and eligible family members
• Access to athletic facilities
• Excellent medical/dental benefits
• Short/long term disability benefits
• Paid parental and maternity leave
• Wellness program
• Free on-campus parking
• Free UTA passes for employee, spouse, and qualified dep endents
• Discounts at the BYU Store and for many events at BYU

In addition to the benefits stated above, this position qualifies for hazard pay in addition to your base salary.

Employee Class: Staff (Full-Time)

Work Location: Provo Campus

Environment: Frequent exposure to unfavorable conditions such as all-weather, or working in cramped, very dirty, or unpleasant quarters

Physical Exam Required: Y

Physical Exam Details: Occasional need to lift panels or equipment in the 20-50 lbs range. Rare occasions may require lifting or manipulation of items heavier than 50 lbs. Working from a ladder or platform to test, repair or install sensors or monitoring equipment. Working in hot environments (high temp hot water areas). Working in tunnels (high temp, sealed asbestos insulation, tight area). *Desired Start Date: *As soon as possible

*Job Close Date: *Open Until Filled

Pay Level: 52

Approximate Starting Salary: Instrument & Controls Tech Level 1: $61,500 - $80,000

Instrument & Controls Tech Level 2: $69,000 - $89,500