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Automation Project Technician

GENERAL REQUISITION INFORMATION

EEO Statement:
UNMC is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, including an equal opportunity employer of protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.
Location Omaha, NE
Requisition Number: Staff_13952
Department FMP-Strategic Energy Initiatives 50000763
Business Unit Business & Finance
Reg-Temp Full-Time Regular
Work Schedule Varies
Remote/Telecommuting No remote/telecommuting opportunity
Position Summary
Automation Project Technician will successfully lead controls installation projects, including new building and renovations. Will coordinate with other trades and contractors to facilitate project completion. Assist with project scheduling and commissioning.
Position Details
Posting Category Operations
Working Title Automation Project Technician
Job Title Facilities Associate (Skilled)
Salary Grade FP18H
Appointment Type C2 - REG OFF/SERV HRLY
Salary Range $29.183 - $46.683/hourly
Job Requisition Begin Date 05/23/2025
Application Review Date 05/29/2025
Review Date Information:
Initial application review will begin on the date provided in the field above. Applications received prior to this review date will be considered. Applications received after the review date may be considered.
Required and Preferred Qualifications

Required Education: Relevant coursework/specialized training or equivalent
If any degree major/training is required, please specify the type. (NOTE: Concentration and minors are not equivalent to a major)
Graduation from a recognized vocational technical school in trade programs related to Electronics or Heating & Air Conditioning. 
 
(Will consider six years related education/experience)
Required Experience 4 years
If any experience is required, please specify what kind of experience:
Installing and servicing energy management control and/or electrical systems. 
 
(Will consider six years related education/experience)
Required License Yes
If yes, what is the required licensure/certification?
Valid driver’s license.
Required Computer Applications: Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word
Required Other Computer Applications:
Required Additional Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Ability to communicate with customers and provide information to meet their needs. Technical knowledge of computerized building automation monitoring and control systems. 
Thorough knowledge of pneumatic, electric and direct digital control systems. Thorough knowledge of commercial HVAC, mechanical and electrical systems. Thorough knowledge of electronics and the ability to troubleshoot on a component level. 
Ability to multitask and function in a potentially high stress, fast paced environment. Skilled in the use of test equipment for balancing air and water distribution systems. The incumbent is expected to modify approach to tasks to fit circumstances.
Preferred Education: None Preferred
If any degree/training is preferred, please specify the type:
Preferred Experience:
HVAC energy management systems operation and troubleshooting. 
Experience with fire alarm and Siemens automation system.
Preferred License: Yes
If yes, what is the preferred licensure/certification?:
Electrician’s license.
Preferred Computer Applications: Microsoft Outlook
Preferred Other Computer Applications: Autocad
Preferred Additional Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
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Requisition Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

  1. * Have you graduated from a recognized vocational technical school in trade programs related to Electronics or Heating & Air Conditioning?
    • Yes
    • No
  2. * Do you have experience installing and servicing energy management control and/or electrical systems?
    • Yes
    • No
  3. * If you do have experience installing and servicing energy management control and/or electrical systems, please elaborate (If No, indicate NA)

    (Open Ended Question)

  4. * Do you have a valid driver's license?
    • Yes
    • No
  5. * Are you proficient in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Word?
    • Yes
    • No
  6. * How did you hear about this position?
    • Careerlink
    • Employee Referral
    • HERC
    • Indeed
    • Job Fair
    • Lincoln Journal Star
    • Linkedin
    • Omaha World Herald
    • UNMC Job Site
    • Facebook
    • NEWorks
    • Handshake
    • Other
  7. * If Other, please specify the source. Otherwise, indicate NA.

    (Open Ended Question)

  8. * Within the past 6 months, have you been affected by a reduction in force or grant funding expiration with the University of Nebraska Medical Center?
    • Yes
    • No

Applicant Documents

Required Documents
  1. Resume
Optional Documents
  1. Cover Letter





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Full-time Employee
Date Posted May 23, 2025
Requisition Staff_13952
Located In Omaha, NE
Job Type Full-time Employee
SOC Category 17-3025.00 Environmental Engineering Technicians
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