HVAC CONTROLS ENGINEER

Responsible for supporting the monitoring, maintenance, troubleshooting, and optimization of building automation systems (BAS), HVAC systems, and other critical infrastructure. This role ensures reliable operation of facility systems, supports preventive and corrective maintenance activities, and collaborates with senior engineers and maintenance teams to resolve issues efficiently while maintaining a safe environment.

Job Responsibilities:

• Monitor and support the daily operation of building systems (e.g., HVAC, electrical, mechanical equipment, and BAS).
• Perform routine inspections and assist in identifying potential risks or system inefficiencies.
• Troubleshoot and diagnose issues with automation systems, controls, and facility equipment; escalate complex problems as needed.
• Support corrective and preventive maintenance activities for facility systems and equipment.
• Assist in responding to alarms, abnormal conditions, and facility-related emergencies.
• Coordinate with internal teams and external vendors to support repairs, maintenance, and system upgrades.
• Support implementation of system modifications, upgrades, and expansions under guidance of senior engineers.
• Review and follow control sequences for HVAC and building systems; recommend minor improvements for efficiency and reliability.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records and utilize CMMS for work order tracking and documentation.
• Promote a strong safety culture by adhering to all safety, environmental, and regulatory standards.
• Provide support in training junior technicians and learning from senior staff.
• Maintain cleanliness and operational readiness of facility systems and work areas.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support departmental and organizational goals.
• Maintain regular and predictable attendance.
• Consistently meet job expectations, adhere to policies, and deliver quality work while applying. St. Jude values and principles. Managers evaluate employee performance throughout the year—specifically through the spring and fall Check In milestones and the Annual Performance Review. All employees are encouraged to actively participate in these performance management processes.

Minimum Education and/or Training:

• High School Diploma/GED required.
• Technical School Diploma or Professional Certification in related area preferred.

Minimum Experience:

• 4+ years of relevant experience in facilities maintenance, controls systems, or technical services.
• Experience with maintenance and repair of facility-related equipment.
• Exposure to building automation systems (BAS) such as Johnson Controls (Metasys) preferred.
• Basic knowledge of HVAC systems, steam, chilled water, and mechanical systems.
• Familiarity with CMMS platforms preferred.
• Basic proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
• Experience in a hospital, campus, or multi-building environment preferred.
• Basic understanding of BAS communication protocols (e.g., BACnet, Modbus, LON).
• Ability to read and interpret control diagrams and HVAC sequences.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Understanding of workplace safety practices and compliance requirements.
• Effective communication and collaboration with cross-functional teams, contractors, and facility occupants.
• Ability to adapt and learn technical systems and tools quickly.

Licensure, Registration and/or Certification Required by SJCRH Only:

• First-Class Steam Operating Engineer’s License must be obtained within two years of hire.
• First Class Refrigeration Operating Engineer’s License must be obtained within two years of hire.

Special Skills, Knowledge and Abilities:

• Addresses problems in a structured, logical approach.
• Asks for guidance and tries out new ideas when changes in approach are required.
• Adapts quickly and positively; learns from mistakes.
• Questions, clarifies, and provides explanations as needed.
• Checks documents and reports for clarity and accuracy.
• Seeks and provides information within and outside team in a timely manner.
• Plans around multiple tasks and priorities well within own work.
• Is able to cope with unexpected changes in routine and delivers planned outcomes on time.
• Escalates issues/problems and seeks support in a timely manner.
• Seeks to understand customer needs by asking clarifying questions.
• Maintains a courteous and humble demeanor in all interactions.
• Handles routine queries with courtesy and escalates issues with professionalism and composure.
• Exhibits basic grasp of facilities operations and maintenance processes, guidelines and regulations.
• Carries out standard tasks to support delivery within own area.
• Demonstrates physical fitness and is able to work in a stressful environment.

Physical Demands and Working Conditions:

• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
• The employee frequently is required to talk or hear and taste or smell.
• The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
• The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, moving mechanical parts, fumes or airborne particles, and outside weather conditions.
• The employee is occasionally exposed to high, precarious places; toxic or caustic chemicals; risk of electrical shock; and vibration.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.
• An essential function of the job is to be able to comply with all applicable federal, state and local safety and health regulations that would apply to this job.
• The employee must move about the work space to access work surface and shelves, cabinets, drawers, and equipment that are at, below or above the work surface.
• Nothing in this job description limits management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time as business needs dictate.
• This job description reflects management’s assignment of essential functions; it does not proscribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned.
• The information contained herein is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of the duties and responsibilities of the job, nor is it intended to be an all-inclusive list of the skills and abilities required to do the job.

Compensation

In recognition of certain U.S. state and municipal pay transparency laws, St. Jude is including a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role. This is an estimate offered in good faith and a specific salary offer takes into account factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to skill sets, experience and training, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. It is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the salary range and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. A reasonable estimate of the current salary range is $31.50 - $55.00 per hour for the role of HVAC Controls Engineer.

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